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Sunday, October 25

Crispy Smashed Potatoes

 


  • 1.5 lbs Petite Yukon Gold or Fingerling Potatoes

  • 3 Tablespoons Salted Butter * (melted)
  • 2 Tablespoons Extra-Virgin Olive Oil
  • 1 teaspoon Salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon Pepper
  • Fresh Parsley (chopped)

Garlic Cheddar Sour Cream Dip:

  • 8 ounces Sour Cream
  • 3/4 cup Cheddar Cheese (grated)
  • 1 Garlic Clove (or 1/4 teaspoon Garlic Powder)
  • 1/2 teaspoon Garlic Salt
  •  1/4 teaspoon Pepper

Instructions 

  • Start by using petite gold or fingerling potatoes. You want to use small potatoes to make it easy to smash them with the bottom of a glass. If they are too large, they will just fall apart. I prefer yukon gold potatoes because of their creamy texture and thin skins.
  • Place the potatoes in a large pot and fill with water. Place on high heat until boiling. Boil for about 20-25 minutes or until the potatoes are soft and fork-tender. You want them to be soft enough to smash! The larger the potatoes, the longer the cooking time.
  • Preheat oven to 425 degrees. Drain the water and place the potatoes in a colander to allow the steam to release for about 5 minutes. Get a large baking sheet ready. Place the potatoes on the baking sheet and press on each one with the bottom of a glass to "smash" them.
  • Drizzle the potatoes with melted salted butter and extra-virgin olive oil. Sprinkle with salt and pepper. 
  • Bake in a 425-degree oven for about 35-45 minutes, depending on the level of desired crispiness. Sprinkle with fresh parsley and serve with garlic cheddar sour cream dip. Image and recipe from Modern Honey 

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