Crispy Smashed Potatoes

Crispy Smashed Potatoes
  • PREP TIME
    15 mins
  • COOK TIME
    1 hrs
  • TOTAL TIME
    1 hrs 15 mins
  • SERVING
    6 People
  • VIEWS
    135

These Crispy Smashed Potatoes transform humble spuds into a delightful culinary experience! Golden brown and irresistibly crispy on the outside, pillowy soft on the inside, and crowned with a broiled Parmesan crust, these potatoes are a guaranteed crowd-pleaser. While they require a few extra steps, the exceptional flavor and texture make them undeniably worth the effort.

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Nutrition

  • Carbohydrate
    24 g
  • Cholesterol
    12 mg
  • Fiber
    2 g
  • Protein
    7 g
  • Saturated Fat
    3 g
  • Sodium
    446 mg
  • Sugar
    2 g
  • Fat
    9 g
  • Unsaturated Fat
    0 g

DIRECTIONS

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Recipe View Gather all ingredients.

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Recipe View Place potatoes in a large saucepan, and add enough water to cover by at least 1 inch. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat, cover, and simmer until potatoes are very tender, about 20 minutes; drain.

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Recipe View Meanwhile, preheat the oven to 450 degrees F (230 degrees C). Line a 15x10x1-inch baking pan with foil. Brush foil with 1 tablespoon olive oil.

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Recipe View Transfer potatoes to the prepared baking pan. Use a wide-bottomed glass to lightly press down on each potato to smash to about 1/2-inch thickness, while keeping each potato in one piece.

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Recipe View Brush smashed potatoes with remaining 1 tablespoon olive oil. Sprinkle with 1/4 teaspoon salt and 1/4 teaspoon pepper.

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Recipe View Roast in the preheated oven, uncovered, until bottoms are lightly browned and crisp, about 15 minutes.

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Recipe View Turn potatoes; sprinkle with the remaining 1/4 teaspoon salt and 1/4 teaspoon pepper. Return to the oven and roast until potatoes are lightly browned and crisp, 10 to 15 minutes more.

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Recipe View Preheat the broiler and set a rack 4 to 5 inches from the heat source. Sprinkle Parmesan cheese over potatoes.

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Recipe View Broil until cheese is golden brown and crispy, about 3 minutes. Garnish with parsley.

For extra flavor, try adding a sprinkle of garlic powder or onion powder before roasting.
Don't overcrowd the pan; if necessary, use two baking sheets to ensure even crisping.
Feel free to experiment with different cheeses! Asiago, Pecorino Romano, or even a sharp cheddar would be delicious.
For a vegan option, nutritional yeast can be used in place of Parmesan cheese.
Make sure the potatoes are truly tender before smashing. This is key to achieving the desired fluffy interior.

Mackenzie Jakubowski

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RECIPE REVIEWS

Avarage Rating: 4.9/ 5 ( 45 Ratings)
Total Reviews: (4)
  • Darwin Ebert

    These were AMAZING! My family devoured them in minutes. The Parmesan crust is genius!

  • Dorris Kuphal

    This recipe is a keeper! I've made it several times and it's always a hit.

  • Lilly Bayer

    I added a pinch of red pepper flakes for a little heat. Delicious!

  • Ida Braun

    I was skeptical about the extra steps, but they are totally worth it. The potatoes are perfectly crispy and flavorful.

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