Description
Garlic Parmesan Smashed Potatoes are a crispy, cheesy, and savory side dish that’s perfect for any meal. With golden edges, creamy centers, and bold garlic-Parmesan flavor, this dish is sure to be a crowd-pleaser.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 pounds of baby potatoes
- 4 cloves of garlic, minced
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1/4 cup olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C).
- Boil the baby potatoes in salted water until fork-tender.
- Drain the potatoes and let them cool slightly.
- Gently smash each potato with a fork or potato masher.
- In a small bowl, combine olive oil, minced garlic, salt, and pepper.
- Brush the garlic oil mixture over each smashed potato, then sprinkle generously with Parmesan cheese.
- Place the potatoes on a baking sheet and roast in the oven for 20–25 minutes until golden and crispy.
- Remove from the oven and garnish with fresh parsley before serving.
Notes
Use freshly grated Parmesan for best flavor. Add herbs or spices like paprika or Italian seasoning for a fun twist.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Roasted
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 portion
- Calories: 280
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 420mg
- Fat: 16g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 7mg
Keywords: smashed potatoes, garlic, parmesan, crispy potatoes, side dish, oven roasted