Smashed Potatoes
4 servings These smashed potatoes are guaranteed to elevate any dinner table—crispy, flavorful, and incredibly satisfying! x saved The Headless Chef Resident Chef September 18, 2024 15 min.30 min.1/5 15 min. 30 min. 1/5 Ingredients: 2 LB of fingerling potatoes3 TBSP of olive oil1 TBSP of lemon juice - fresh Pinch of salt (As per taste) Pinch of black pepper (As per taste)1 TBSP of fresh rosemary sprig - chopped 2 LB of fingerling potatoes 3 TBSP of olive oil 1 TBSP of lemon juice - fresh Pinch of salt (As per taste) Pinch of black pepper (As per taste) 1 TBSP of fresh rosemary sprig - chopped Tools: 1x Measuring Cups1x Measuring Spoons1x Chef’s knife1x Cutting Board1x Large Pot (8 QT or more)1x potato masher (or fork)1x Baking Sheet with Parchment Paper or Silicone Matt1x Lemon Squeezer (optional)1x Silicone Brush (optional) 1x Measuring Cups 1x Measuring Spoons 1x Chef’s knife 1x Cutting Board 1x Large Pot (8 QT or more) 1x potato masher (or fork) 1x Baking Sheet with Parchment Paper or Silicone Matt 1x Lemon Squeezer (optional) 1x Silicone Brush (optional) Directions: 1. Boil the Potatoes: Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking tray with parchment paper. In a large pot, bring salted water to a boil. Add the baby potatoes and cook until fork-tender, about 15-20 minutes. Drain and allow to cool slightly. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking tray with parchment paper. In a large pot, bring salted water to a boil. Add the baby potatoes and cook until fork-tender, about 15-20 minutes. Drain and allow to cool slightly. 2. Smash the Potatoes: Once the potatoes are cool enough to handle, place them on the prepared baking tray. Using a potato masher or fork, gently press each potato until it flattens slightly, but is still intact. Leave a bit of space between each potato. Once the potatoes are cool enough to handle, place them on the prepared baking tray. Using a potato masher or fork, gently press each potato until it flattens slightly, but is still intact. Leave a bit of space between each potato. 3. Season & Prep: Drizzle olive oil generously over the smashed potatoes. Add a squeeze of fresh lemon juice, then sprinkle chopped rosemary, salt, and pepper on top. Gently rub the potatoes with your hands or a basting brush to ensure all sides are well-coated with oil and seasoning. Drizzle olive oil generously over the smashed potatoes. Add a squeeze of fresh lemon juice, then sprinkle chopped rosemary, salt, and pepper on top. Gently rub the potatoes with your hands or a basting brush to ensure all sides are well-coated with oil and seasoning. 4. Bake to Crispy Perfection: Transfer the baking tray to the preheated oven. Bake the potatoes for 25-30 minutes, or until golden brown and crispy around the edges. Transfer the baking tray to the preheated oven. Bake the potatoes for 25-30 minutes, or until golden brown and crispy around the edges. 5. Serve: Remove from the oven and enjoy these delicious, crispy smashed potatoes as a side dish for your favorite meals! 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