Parmesan Smashed Potatoes
Parmesan Smashed Potatoes are an irresistible side dish that combines crispy edges with a fluffy interior, all enveloped in cheesy goodness. Perfect for any occasion, these flavorful potatoes are easy to prepare and will elevate your meal to new heights.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 pounds Yukon Gold potatoes
- ½ cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
- 4 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
- Fresh herbs (optional): parsley or rosemary
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 425°F (220°C).
- Wash and peel the Yukon Gold potatoes, then cut them into uniform chunks.
- Boil the potatoes in salted water until fork-tender (15-20 minutes). Drain and let them sit briefly.
- Place the potatoes on a parchment-lined baking sheet and gently smash each potato using a potato masher or fork.
- Drizzle olive oil over each smashed potato, followed by sprinkling garlic powder, salt, and black pepper generously.
- Top each potato with freshly grated Parmesan cheese.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes until golden brown and crispy.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 potato (100g)
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 350mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 24g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 5mg
Keywords: Experiment with different cheeses such as cheddar or feta for unique flavors. For a spicier kick, add red pepper flakes to the seasoning mix.