Description
Indulge in these crispy, buttery, and cheesy smashed potatoes that promise to elevate any meal. Perfectly golden with a fluffy interior, they’re a delightful side dish for any occasion!
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 pounds Yukon Gold potatoes
- 1 teaspoon kosher salt
- 4 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 1 cup shredded cheese (cheddar or mozzarella)
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- Fresh herbs (thyme or parsley)
- Black pepper to taste
Instructions
- Wash and quarter the Yukon Gold potatoes.
- Boil in salted water until fork-tender (15-20 minutes).
- Drain and let them dry for a few minutes.
- On a lined baking sheet, gently smash each potato to about half an inch thick.
- Drizzle olive oil over the smashed potatoes, then sprinkle with salt, pepper, and shredded cheese.
- Bake at 425°F (220°C) for 25-30 minutes or until golden brown and crispy.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving (150g)
- Calories: 270
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 360mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 32g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 30mg