Description
Elevate your side dish game with this simple yet impressive recipe for Crispy, Buttery, & Cheesy Smashed Potatoes. Perfect for any meal!
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 pounds small Yukon Gold potatoes
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 4 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/4 teaspoon onion powder
- Salt, to taste
- Freshly ground black pepper, to taste
- 1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 2 tablespoons chopped fresh chives or parsley, for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- 1. Wash and optionally peel the Yukon Gold potatoes. Halve or quarter larger ones for uniform size.
- 2. Place potatoes in a pot, cover with cold, salted water, bring to a boil, then simmer for 15-20 minutes until fork-tender.
- 3. Drain potatoes in a colander and let them steam for 5-10 minutes to release excess moisture.
- 4. Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- 5. Arrange drained potatoes on the baking sheet, leaving space between them. Gently smash each potato to about 1/2 to 3/4 inch thickness using the bottom of a mug or masher.
- 6. In a small bowl, whisk together melted butter, olive oil, garlic powder, and onion powder. Drizzle evenly over the smashed potatoes. Season generously with salt and pepper.
- 7. Bake for 20-25 minutes, or until potatoes begin to puff and lightly brown.
- 8. Remove from oven, sprinkle shredded cheddar cheese over the potatoes.
- 9. Return to oven and bake for another 10-15 minutes, until cheese is melted and bubbly, and potato edges are crispy and golden brown.
- 10. Let rest for a few minutes before serving. Garnish with chives or parsley if desired.
Notes
Allow potatoes to cool completely before storing in an airtight container in the refrigerator for 2-3 days. Reheat in a preheated oven at 375°F (190°C) for 10-15 minutes for best crispiness.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 400mg
- Fat: 20g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 8g