Pin it Crispy, golden smashed potatoes loaded with green onions and cheese, perfect as an appetizer or side dish.
The first time I made these for a weekend movie night, everyone fought over the last potato. They're a guaranteed crowd-pleaser and always disappear quickly!
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Ingredients
- Potatoes: 1.5 lbs (700 g) baby potatoes (Yukon Gold or red)
- Olive oil: 3 tbsp
- Garlic powder: 1 tsp
- Smoked paprika: 1/2 tsp
- Sea salt: 1/2 tsp
- Freshly ground black pepper: 1/4 tsp
- Shredded cheddar cheese: 3/4 cup (75 g)
- Green onions: 4, finely sliced
- Chopped fresh parsley: 2 tbsp, optional
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Instructions
- Prep the oven and potatoes:
- Preheat the oven to 425°F (220°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or lightly grease it. In a large pot, cover the potatoes with cold water and add a pinch of salt. Bring to a boil, then simmer for 15 to 20 minutes until fork-tender. Drain and let cool for 3 minutes.
- Smash and season:
- Place potatoes on the prepared baking sheet. Use a flat-bottomed glass or potato masher to gently smash each potato to about 1/2 inch thickness. Drizzle smashed potatoes with olive oil. Sprinkle with garlic powder, smoked paprika, salt, and pepper. Toss gently to coat.
- Roast:
- Roast for 20 to 25 minutes, turning once halfway through, until golden and crispy around the edges.
- Add toppings:
- Remove from the oven. Sprinkle shredded cheddar and green onions evenly over the potatoes. Return to the oven for 3 to 5 minutes, until cheese is melted and bubbly.
- Garnish and serve:
- Garnish with chopped parsley, if desired. Serve hot.
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We make these for family game nights. My kids love helping to smash the potatoes, and everyone enjoys the cheesy, oniony finish at the dinner table.
Serving Suggestions
These potatoes pair perfectly with sour cream or Greek yogurt for dipping, and are excellent alongside grilled meats or vegetarian mains.
Required Tools
A large pot, baking sheet, parchment paper, potato masher or flat-bottomed glass, and chefs knife will make prep and smashing easy.
Nutrition
Each serving has about 260 calories, 12 g fat, 32 g carbohydrates, and 7 g protein. Be sure to check cheese labels if gluten is a concern.
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