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Smashed Potatoes (Extra Crispy!)
These Smashed Potatoes use only a handful of simple ingredients for a healthy side dish. Learn the secrets to making them extra crispy and flavorful in less than 30 minutes. Pairs well with any protein.
👥 4 Servings⏱️ Prep & Cook: 40 min⏳ Prep: 15 min🔥 Cook: 25 min👤 Amy Dong📖 chewoutloud
🥘 Ingredients
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🍳 Cookware
- pot
- oven
- pan
📝 Preparation Steps
1
Boil Potatoes
2
Fill a large, heavy pot two-thirds full of water. Generously sprinkle table salt into water, and bring to a boil. Add potatoes and cook just until they are tender when pierced with a fork. Don't overcook them. Remove potatoes and drain.
3
Preheat oven to 450F, with rack on upper middle position.
4
Prep Pan
5
Cover a large baking pan with foil. Brush foil with plenty of olive oil - be generous, as this prevents sticking.
6
Smash
7
When potatoes have cooled enough to handle, gently press down each potato with a until they are about 1/2-inch thin. Lay smashed potatoes on prepared pan. Generously brush tops with olive oil, and don't be shy here!
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Garnish
9
Sprinkle tops generously with kosher salt, pepper, garlic powder, and chives/bacon if you are using. Don't be afraid to use enough salt.
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Cook
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Bake ⏱️ 20-30 minutes, or just until nicely browned and sizzling! Watch carefully so they don't burn. If desired, garnish with cooked/crumbled bacon or chopped chives.
Nutrition Facts
calories
357 kcal
fat Content
1 g
serving Size
1 serving
fiber Content
9 g
sugar Content
7 g
sodium Content
92 mg
protein Content
10 g
carbohydrate Content
81 g
saturated Fat Content
0.2 g
unsaturated Fat Content
0.31 g
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