Parmesan Smashed Potatoes
These Buttery Parmesan Smashed Potatoes are crispy on the outside, fluffy on the inside, and loaded with buttery flavor, garlic, herbs, and golden Parmesan cheese. They're an easy crowd-pleasing side dish that's perfect for weeknight dinners, holiday meals, backyard barbecues, and potlucks.
Ingredients
- 2 lb small or medium red or golden potatoes ((around 12 total))
- 2 Tbsp olive oil (divided)
- 2 Tbsp unsalted butter (melted)
- 2 Tbsp grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 tsp granulated garlic or garlic powder
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp onion powder
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
- 1 Tbsp chopped parsley
Instructions
- 1
Steam, microwave or boil potatoes in a large pot of salted cold water just until fork- tender. Drain well then set aside to cool.
- 2
Prepare: Preheat oven to 425°F. Brush a rimmed sheet pan with 1 Tbsp olive oil.
- 3
In a small bowl, mix together Parmesan, garlic, salt, onion powder and pepper.
- 4
Arrange potatoes on baking sheet. Use a potato masher or fork to smash to about 1/2 inch thickness. Mix together remaining olive oil and butter. Brush mixture over potatoes.
- 5
Sprinkle evenly with Parmesan-seasoning blend.
- 6
Bake for 25-30 minutes until edges are golden brown. Garnish with parsley and serve immediately.
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