Ingredients
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- 1½ lbs baby potatoes (red or gold)
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 tablespoons melted butter
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ¼ teaspoon black pepper
- ½ cup Parmesan cheese (freshly grated)
- Fresh parsley (for garnish)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 425°F (220°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Boil the baby potatoes in salted water for 15–20 minutes until fork-tender. Drain and let them sit for five minutes to dry.
- Place the boiled potatoes on the baking sheet and gently smash each one to about ½-inch thick using the bottom of a glass.
- In a bowl, combine olive oil, melted butter, and minced garlic. Brush this mixture over each smashed potato, then sprinkle with salt, pepper, and top with Parmesan cheese.
- Bake for 25–30 minutes until golden brown and crispy around the edges.
- Garnish with fresh parsley before serving.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 111
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 218mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 8mg