Baked Smashed Garlic Parmesan Potatoes
Crispy on the outside and tender on the inside, these baked smashed garlic parmesan potatoes are a flavorful and easy-to-make side dish perfect for any meal.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Baked
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 1.5 lbs baby potatoes
- 3 tbsp olive oil
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 tsp dried Italian seasoning
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 2 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 425°F (220°C).
- Boil the baby potatoes in salted water for 15-20 minutes until tender. Drain and let cool slightly.
- Place potatoes on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper. Using a potato masher or the bottom of a glass, gently smash each potato until about 1/2 inch thick.
- In a small bowl, mix olive oil, minced garlic, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper.
- Brush the garlic oil mixture evenly over the smashed potatoes.
- Sprinkle grated Parmesan cheese generously on top of each potato.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes or until potatoes are crispy and golden brown.
- Remove from oven and garnish with fresh parsley if desired. Serve warm.
Notes
For extra crispiness, broil the potatoes for the last 2 minutes of baking. Serve with a dollop of sour cream or your favorite dipping sauce.
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