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Crispy Smashed Potatoes with Garlic Parmesan

Golden, crispy smashed potatoes topped with garlic and Parmesan, perfect as a flavorful side dish.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Side Dish
Cuisine: American
Calories: 210
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Potatoes
  • 1.5 lbs small potatoes Yukon Gold or baby
  • 3 tbsp olive oil
  • 4 cloves garlic minced
  • 1/2 cup Parmesan cheese grated
  • 2 tbsp fresh parsley chopped, optional
  • salt and pepper to taste

Equipment

  • Baking sheet
  • Potato masher
  • Pot

Method
 

  1. Preheat oven to 425°F (220°C) and line baking sheet with parchment.
  2. Boil potatoes in salted water until tender, 15–20 minutes.
  3. Drain and place on baking sheet. Gently smash each potato.
  4. Drizzle olive oil, sprinkle garlic, salt, and pepper.
  5. Roast for 20–25 minutes until golden and crispy.
  6. Sprinkle Parmesan, roast 2–3 minutes more. Garnish with parsley.

Notes

Ensure potatoes have space on the baking sheet for maximum crispiness.