ultimate crispy smashed potatoes
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Tired of basic roasted potatoes? Then try smashed potatoes. Each bite has crispy toasted skin and edges. These potatoes have little bits of seasoning and buttery flavor in each crack and crevice. This recipe uses a mixture of mild and creamy red potatoes, buttery golden potatoes, and lightly sweet purple potatoes. Using a combination of potatoes adds flavor and makes for a pretty presentation. They are easy to make and incredibly addictive. A delicious side dish steaks, burgers, or a roast.
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yield
4 serving(s)
prep time
30 Min
cook time
35 Min
method
Bake
Ingredients For ultimate crispy smashed potatoes
- POTATO PREP
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1 1/2 lbsmall multi-colored potatoes
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1 tspgarlic powder
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1 tsponion powder
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1/2 tspsalt
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1/2 tsppepper
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2 Tbspolive oil
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4 Tbspbutter, melted
- ADDITIONAL SEASONING AND TOPPINGS
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1/2 tspgarlic powder
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1/2 tsponion powder
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1/4 tspsalt
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1/8 tsppepper
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2 Tbspgrated Parmesan cheese
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2 Tbspfresh chopped parsley
How To Make ultimate crispy smashed potatoes
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1Boil the potatoes with the skins on for 20 minutes or until fork-tender.
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2Drain the potatoes and let them cool for a few minutes until they can be handled. Preheat the oven to 400 degrees.
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3Put the potatoes in a bowl. Add the olive oil, onion powder, garlic powder, and salt. Then give them a quick toss.
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4Put the potatoes on a cookie sheet. Smash the potatoes with a potato masher or a fork (don’t over mash them).
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5Spoon a little butter over each smashed potato.
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6Bake in the oven for 30 to 35 minutes until crispy.
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7While the potatoes are baking, mix together your additional garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper.
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8When they come out of the oven, they should have toasted brown edges and crispy potato skins.
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9While they are hot, sprinkle the potatoes with a little additional seasoning, freshly grated Parmesan cheese, and fresh chopped parsley.
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10Serve with some sour cream or your favorite aioli.
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