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Smashed Red Potatoes

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Smashed Red Potatoes are an easy, flavorful side dish for a busy weeknight dinner. These small red potatoes are boiled, smashed, and basted with garlic butter before roasting to achieve a perfect balance of fluffy texture and crispy edges.

  • Total Time: 37 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings

Ingredients

  • 1.5 lbs. small red potatoes
  • 2 tablespoons kosher salt
  • 3 tablespoons olive oil
  • Salt and pepper, to taste
  • 4 tablespoons unsalted butter
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1/2 teaspoon freshly chopped rosemary
  • 1/2 teaspoon freshly chopped thyme
  • 1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
  • 1 tablespoon chopped chives

Instructions

  1. Rinse and gently scrub the potatoes under cold water.
  2. Preheat the oven to 500°F (260°C) and prepare a rimmed baking sheet by spraying it with cooking spray.
  3. Fill a medium pot with water and bring it to a boil. Add the 2 tablespoons of kosher salt to the water.
  4. Place the potatoes into the boiling water and cook for about 15 minutes, or until fork-tender.
  5. Drain the potatoes and pat them dry to ensure the olive oil will stick to the skins.
  6. Pour 3 tablespoons of olive oil into a large bowl, add salt and pepper to taste, and toss the potatoes gently to coat.
  7. Place the coated potatoes on the prepared rimmed baking sheet.
  8. Using a heavy-bottomed glass or a potato masher, flatten each potato to about 1/2-inch thickness.
  9. In a small microwavable bowl, melt the butter. Add the minced garlic, rosemary, thyme, and 1/4 teaspoon black pepper. Mix well.
  10. Using a pastry brush, brush each potato with the garlic butter mixture. Evenly distribute the chopped chives over the tops of the potatoes.
  11. Bake for 5 to 7 minutes, or until the potatoes are crispy and golden.

Notes

  • Make sure to not overcook the potatoes when boiling, as they should be fork-tender but not falling apart.
  • Feel free to add additional herbs or cheese as a topping for extra flavor.
  • For extra crispy edges, you can broil the potatoes for an additional 1-2 minutes after baking.
  • Author: Olivia
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 22 minutes
  • Category: Side Dish
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 serving
  • Calories: 220 kcal
  • Sugar: 1g
  • Sodium: 550mg
  • Fat: 15g
  • Saturated Fat: 7g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 7g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 24g
  • Fiber: 3g
  • Protein: 3g
  • Cholesterol: 20mg

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