Garlic Parmesan Smashed Potatoes

Total Time

Prep: 35 min. Bake: 25 min.

Makes

6 servings

Updated: Feb. 13, 2024
Potatoes are one of our favorite side dishes. These potatoes take a little effort, but you can save time by boiling them ahead of time. The night you want them for dinner, just crisp them up with garlic and Parmesan cheese. —Donna Gribbins, Shelbyville, Kentucky
Garlic Parmesan Smashed Potatoes Recipe photo by Taste of Home

Ingredients

  • 2-1/2 pounds small red potatoes
  • 8 tablespoons olive oil, divided
  • 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • 4 garlic cloves, minced

Directions

  1. Preheat oven to 450°. Place potatoes in a large saucepan; add water to cover. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cook, uncovered, until tender, 15-20 minutes. Drain.
  2. Drizzle 2 tablespoons oil over the bottom of a 15x10x1-in. baking pan; arrange potatoes over oil. Using the bottom of a glass or a potato masher, flatten potatoes to 1/2-in. thickness. In a small bowl, combine Parmesan, garlic and remaining 6 tablespoons olive oil; spoon over potatoes.
  3. Roast until golden brown, 25-30 minutes.

Nutrition Facts

3 smashed potatoes: 354 calories, 22g fat (5g saturated fat), 11mg cholesterol, 253mg sodium, 33g carbohydrate (2g sugars, 3g fiber), 8g protein.