Crispy Smashed Red Potatoes Garlic (Printable View)

Crispy smashed red potatoes with garlic and parsley, roasted until golden and served warm.

# Ingredient List:

→ Main Ingredients

01 - 2 pounds red potatoes
02 - 4 tablespoons olive oil
03 - 4 cloves garlic, minced
04 - Salt, to taste
05 - Black pepper, to taste

→ Garnish

06 - Fresh parsley, chopped

# Preparation Steps:

01 - Set oven temperature to 450°F and allow to fully preheat.
02 - Place red potatoes in a large pot of salted water. Boil for 15 to 20 minutes until potatoes are fork-tender.
03 - Drain boiled potatoes thoroughly and let them cool slightly until easy to handle.
04 - Transfer potatoes to a baking sheet lined with parchment paper. Gently flatten each potato with a potato masher or fork.
05 - Drizzle smashed potatoes with olive oil, then evenly sprinkle minced garlic, salt, and black pepper.
06 - Bake in the preheated oven for 25 to 30 minutes until the potatoes are crisp and golden brown.
07 - Sprinkle chopped parsley over the hot potatoes and serve immediately.

# Supplementary Details:

01 - Allow potatoes to cool briefly for easier handling and optimal crispiness during baking.

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