Description
Parmesan smashed potatoes are the ultimate comfort food, combining creamy, buttery Yukon Gold potatoes with crispy garlic and melty Parmesan cheese. This dish offers a delightful texture contrast, making it a perfect side for family gatherings or festive occasions. With their irresistible flavor and visual appeal, these smashed potatoes will impress your guests and leave them asking for more!
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 lbs Yukon Gold potatoes
- 4 cloves fresh garlic
- ½ cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
- 3 tbsp olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh parsley for garnish
Instructions
- Wash and quarter the Yukon Gold potatoes. Place them in a pot of salted water.
- Boil the potatoes for 15-20 minutes until fork-tender, then drain.
- Preheat the oven to 425°F (220°C).
- In a skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat and sauté minced garlic until golden.
- Smash the drained potatoes gently with a fork or masher until slightly chunky.
- Mix in half of the sautéed garlic oil, grated Parmesan, salt, and pepper.
- Spread the mixture on a parchment-lined baking sheet and bake for 25-30 minutes until crispy, drizzling with remaining garlic oil halfway through.
- Serve hot, garnished with chopped parsley.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/4 of recipe (about 200g)
- Calories: 330
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 360mg
- Fat: 13g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 47g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 10mg