Description
Golden, shatteringly crisp potato discs topped with melted parmesan and fresh rosemary. This easy side dish offers maximum crunch without deep frying, using simple pantry staples.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 pounds Yukon Gold potatoes
- 3 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tablespoons fresh rosemary, chopped
- ½ cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 teaspoon kosher salt
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
- Optional: Red pepper flakes, fresh chives
Instructions
- Wash potatoes and cut each in half lengthwise. Do not peel.
- Place potato halves in a large pot and cover with cold water by an inch. Add 1 tablespoon salt.
- Bring to a boil, then reduce to a simmer. Cook for 15-20 minutes until fork-tender.
- Drain potatoes well and return to the hot pot. Let sit for 5 minutes to evaporate excess moisture and rough up edges.
- Preheat oven to 425°F (220°C). Line a large rimmed baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Place potato halves cut-side up on the baking sheet. Smash each potato to about ½-inch thickness using a masher or glass.
- In a small bowl, mix melted butter, olive oil, minced garlic, chopped rosemary, salt, and pepper.
- Brush the oil mixture generously over each smashed potato.
- Sprinkle grated Parmesan cheese evenly over the top.
- Bake for 20-25 minutes until edges are golden brown and crispy, and cheese is bubbly. Rotate pan halfway through.
- Cool for 2-3 minutes before serving. Garnish with extra rosemary or chives if desired.
Notes
Do not skip the drying step after boiling, as wet potatoes will steam instead of crisp. Use fresh rosemary for best flavor. Grate your own Parmesan to ensure it melts smoothly. For make-ahead, you can boil, dry, and smash potatoes up to 24 hours in advance; store in the fridge and bake when ready.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 smashed potato hal
- Calories: 280
- Sugar: 2
- Sodium: 320
- Fat: 14
- Saturated Fat: 6
- Carbohydrates: 35
- Fiber: 3
- Protein: 8
Keywords: smashed potatoes, parmesan potatoes, crispy potatoes, rosemary potatoes, side dish, easy dinner, gluten-free side, make-ahead side dish