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Smashed Potatoes

With just 5 pantry staples, these smashed potatoes crisp up beautifully in the oven, no frying needed.
Cook Time40 minutes
Course: Side Dish
Cuisine: American
Diet: Gluten Free
Servings: 6 people
Calories:
Author: Annie Holmes

Ingredients

  • 1 pound small baby potatoes
  • 4 tablespoons melted butter
  • ½ teaspoon garlic salt
  • ½ teaspoon pepper
  • ¼ cup grated parmesan

Instructions

  • Boil the potatoes for 10-12 minutes until fork tender.
  • Drain the potatoes and place on a greased baking sheet.
  • Using a heavy bottom glass carefully smash the potatoes into a flat layer.
  • Combine the melted butter, garlic salt, pepper and parmesan. Spoon the mixture over each smashed potato.
  • Bake at 425 degrees for 15 minutes, begin checking the potatoes every 5 minutes and remove from the oven when they have reached your desired crispness.

Notes

Storage

  • Store in airtight container, up to 4 days in the fridge
  • Reheat at 400°F in oven or air fryer for 5 -7 minutes
  • Avoid microwave as they will loose crispiness
  • Freeze in single layer, then transfer to container
  • Reheat from frozen at 400°F until hot and crispy