Description
Parmesan Smashed Potatoes are the ultimate comfort side dish, combining crispy edges with a creamy, tender interior. This easy-to-make recipe transforms simple baby potatoes into a gourmet delight that’s perfect for any meal—from casual family dinners to elegant gatherings. With just a few ingredients, including buttery melted butter and rich Parmesan cheese, these savory bites tantalize your taste buds. Serve them with a refreshing yogurt and dill dipping sauce for an added burst of flavor. Get ready to impress your guests or indulge yourself with this irresistible potato dish!
Ingredients
Scale
- 16 baby yellow potatoes
- ½ stick unsalted butter (4 tablespoons, melted)
- 1.5 teaspoons garlic powder
- 1 tablespoon Italian seasoning
- ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
- Salt to taste
Instructions
- Boil the baby potatoes in a large pot of water for 15-20 minutes until tender.
- While boiling, preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a bowl, mix melted butter, garlic powder, Italian seasoning, salt, and Parmesan cheese.
- Drain the potatoes and place them on the baking sheet. Gently smash each potato with a glass until slightly flattened.
- Brush the smashed potatoes generously with the butter-cheese mixture.
- Bake for about 30 minutes until golden brown and crispy.
- Cool briefly before serving with yogurt dipping sauce.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 50 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4 smashed potatoes (200g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 650mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 36g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 30mg