Description
Indulge in the ultimate comfort food with these Parmesan Smashed Potatoes! With a crispy, cheesy exterior and a tender, creamy inside, this dish is sure to become your favorite side for any occasion. Perfectly seasoned with garlic and Italian herbs, these potatoes are baked until golden brown, delivering a delightful crunch with every bite. Pair them with a refreshing yogurt and dill dipping sauce for an added burst of flavor that will impress your family and guests alike. Whether it’s a casual dinner or a festive gathering, these savory smashed potatoes promise to elevate your meal!
Ingredients
Scale
- 16 baby yellow potatoes
- ½ stick (4 tablespoons) unsalted butter, melted
- 1.5 teaspoons garlic powder
- 1 tablespoon Italian seasoning
- 1 teaspoon salt (to taste)
- ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
Instructions
- Boil baby potatoes in a large pot of water for 15-20 minutes until tender.
- Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a mixing bowl, combine melted butter, Parmesan cheese, garlic powder, and Italian seasoning.
- Transfer boiled potatoes to the baking sheet and coat each with the butter mixture.
- Gently smash each potato using a glass or flat-bottomed object.
- Brush some butter mixture on the tops of the smashed potatoes.
- Bake for about 30 minutes or until crispy and golden brown.
- Allow cooling briefly before serving with yogurt dipping sauce.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 potato (approx. 60g)
- Calories: 117
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 202mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 14g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 15mg