Description
Garlic Parmesan Smashed Potatoes are a creamy, buttery delight that elevates any meal with their rich flavor and crispy texture. Infused with fresh garlic and topped with melty parmesan, these potatoes are perfect for comfort food cravings or entertaining guests.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 lbs Yukon Gold potatoes
- 4 cloves fresh garlic, minced
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter
- 1/2 cup grated parmesan cheese
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Boil the potatoes: Wash and peel the Yukon Gold potatoes, cut them into quarters, and cook in salted boiling water until fork-tender (15-20 minutes). Drain and let steam dry.
- Make garlic butter: Melt butter in a small saucepan over low heat. Add minced garlic and sauté for 1-2 minutes until fragrant.
- Smash the potatoes: Return cooked potatoes to the pot and smash gently using a potato masher or fork.
- Combine flavors: Drizzle garlic butter over smashed potatoes, add parmesan, season with salt and pepper, and gently mix.
- Bake: Preheat oven to 425°F (220°C). Spread potato mixture on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper, drizzle with olive oil, top with extra parmesan, and bake for 20-25 minutes until golden brown.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (200g)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 36g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 35mg