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Crispy Baked Smashed Potatoes with Garlic & Parmesan

Satisfy your cravings with these crispy baked smashed potatoes tossed in garlic-infused olive oil and topped with Parmesan cheese.
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Prep Time 40 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 5 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Side Dish
Cuisine: American
Calories: 250
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main ingredients
  • 2 pounds baby potatoes or any small potatoes
  • 4 tablespoons olive oil
  • 4 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • 1 teaspoon salt or to taste
  • 1 teaspoon black pepper or to taste
  • to taste Fresh parsley for garnishing

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C).
  2. Place the baby potatoes in a large pot of salted water and bring it to a boil. Cook until fork-tender, about 15-20 minutes.
  3. Drain the potatoes and allow them to cool for a few minutes.
  4. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper. Place the potatoes on the sheet and gently smash each potato until it’s flattened but still intact.
  5. In a small bowl, mix the olive oil with the minced garlic and brush this mixture generously over each smashed potato.
  6. Sprinkle salt, pepper, and grated Parmesan evenly across the smashed potatoes.
Baking
  1. Bake in your preheated oven for about 20-25 minutes, or until the potatoes are golden brown and crispy.
Serving
  1. Remove from the oven and garnish with fresh parsley before serving.

Notes

Best enjoyed fresh out of the oven. Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to three days. To reheat, spread the potatoes on a baking sheet and reheat in a preheated oven at 375°F (190°C) for about 10-15 minutes.