{"id":1947763,"date":"2024-01-18T14:15:26","date_gmt":"2024-02-13T23:24:41","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.tasteofhome.com\/?post_type=recipe&p=1947763"},"modified":"2024-08-06T22:29:01","modified_gmt":"2024-08-07T03:29:01","slug":"garlic-parmesan-smashed-potatoes","status":"publish","type":"recipe","link":"https:\/\/www.tasteofhome.com\/recipes\/garlic-parmesan-smashed-potatoes\/","title":{"rendered":"Garlic Parmesan Smashed Potatoes"},"content":{"rendered":"
Are you looking for a delicious side dish that’s simple to make and sure to impress? These garlic-smashed red potatoes are a weeknight win. They have everything you’re craving\u2014crispy edges, a perfectly tender center, and a burst of flavor from garlic and Parmesan cheese.<\/p>\n
Ready to see how a few simple items from your pantry can create an unforgettable dish?<\/p>\n
Start by preheating your oven to 450\u00b0F. Then, add the potatoes to a large saucepan filled with water to cover them completely. Bring the water to a boil and then drop the heat so the potatoes can simmer, uncovered, until they’re tender, which will be about 15 to 20 minutes. Once they’ve fork tender, drain them well.<\/span><\/p>\n Editor’s Tip:\u00a0<\/em>Cooking your potatoes in cold water rather than boiling water will ensure they cook evenly.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n Take 2 tablespoons of oil and make sure it coats the bottom of a 15x10x1 inch baking pan. Arrange the boiled potatoes on the oil surface without crowding them too much. Here’s the fun part: using the bottom of a glass or a trusty potato masher, press each potato down to about 1\/2-inch thick to smash them.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n Editor’s Tip:<\/em>\u00a0Ensure a generous gap between the potatoes on a rimmed baking sheet for the ultimate crisp. This allows the heat to circulate freely, crisping every edge beautifully.<\/span><\/p>\n Grab a small bowl and mix the Parmesan cheese, minced garlic, and the rest of the olive oil. Then, evenly spoon this mixture over the potatoes. <\/span><\/p>\n All that’s left is to roast them. Into the oven, they go, for 25 to 30 minutes, until they’ve turned a delicious golden brown. Keep an eye on them to make sure they reach that perfect level of crispy goodness.<\/span><\/p>\n These potatoes are best enjoyed fresh but can be stored in the refrigerator for up to three days in an airtight container. Reheat in an oven or air fryer to preserve their crispiness. Microwaving them will result in soggy potatoes.<\/p>\n Yes, you can get a head start and boil the potatoes a day in advance. Simply bring them to room temperature before continuing with the smashing and roasting steps.<\/p>\n Smashed potatoes are boiled and then lightly crushed to be roasted with a crispy exterior, while mashed potatoes are thoroughly mashed to create a smooth, creamy texture.<\/p>\n Red potatoes have a waxy texture that helps them maintain shape and not fall apart when smashed and roasted.<\/p>\n Your smashed potatoes may break if they’re overboiled, becoming too soft to hold their shape during smashing.<\/p>\n Yes. Your potatoes should not be used if they turn green, develop a rancid smell, or grow extensive sprouts, indicating spoilage or the presence of toxins.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":" These smashed red potatoes are nice and crispy on the outside, creamy on the inside, and packed with flavor. 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Directions<\/h2>\n
Step 1: Prepare your potatoes<\/span><\/h3>\n
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Step 2: Ready, set, smash!<\/span><\/h3>\n
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Step 3: Add the flavor and roast<\/span><\/h3>\n
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Recipe Variations<\/h2>\n
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How to Store Garlic Smashed Red Potatoes<\/h2>\n
Can I prepare these potatoes in advance?<\/h3>\n
Smashed Red Potatoes Recipe Tips<\/h2>\n
Alejandro Monfort for Taste Recipes<\/span><\/span><\/p>\n
What’s the difference between smashed potatoes and mashed potatoes?<\/h3>\n
Why are red potatoes better to use in a smashed potatoes recipe?<\/h3>\n
Why do my smashed potatoes break?<\/h3>\n
Do potatoes go bad?<\/h3>\n