Smash Potatoes - These garlic herbed smash potatoes are perfect addition for holiday dinners, a weeknight side dish, or summer BBQ. You can easily make them year-round.
What are smash potatoes?
Smashed potatoes are a variation of mashed potatoes where the potatoes are partially mashed, leaving some chunks intact. This gives the dish a rustic and textured appeal. The potatoes are boiled until tender, then gently smashed with a fork or potato masher, and finally baked. Smashed potatoes offer a delicious combination of creamy and solid textures that make them a perfect side dish for any meal.
Why you will love this Recipe
- It is a simple recipe made with only a few ingredients that you probably already have.
- You can make it in advance and reheat them right before dinner.
- it is effortless! There is no need to peel the potatoes, simply boil, smash, and bake.
- Potatoes are a classic menu item. A holiday menu is not complete without a potato side!
Adding Garlic and Herbs
To elevate the flavor of smashed potatoes, we'll be adding garlic and herbs. Garlic brings a deliciously pungent and aromatic quality to the dish, while herbs add freshness and complexity.
We are keeping this recipe simple by using fresh garlic and fresh thyme. However, other herb choices that will work include rosemary, parsley, and chives. You can use a single herb or a combination of your favorites to suit your taste.
Ingredients you will need
1.5 pounds baby gold potatoes
¼ cup olive oil
2-3 garlic cloves, minced
1 tablespoon fresh thyme leaves
salt and fresh ground pepper to season
How to make garlic herbed smashed potatoes
Preheat oven to 450°F. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper and set aside.
Prepare your potatoes by boiling them until they are fork-tender. Drain the potatoes and pat them dry with a paper towel.
Spread the potatoes on the baking sheet. Using a fork or potato masher, gently smash the potatoes, leaving some solid pieces for texture.
Drizzle the potatoes with olive oil, sprinkle with minced garlic, salt and pepper.
Bake for about 15-20 minutes. (You can broil them for about 2-3 minutes for a hint of browning and caramelization).
Remove from oven and sprinkle with fresh thyme leaves and serve.
These potatoes are incredibly versatile and pair well with a variety of main dishes, such as roasted chicken, grilled steak, or baked salmon. Give these a try, you will love them!
Smashed Potato Recipe
These garlic herbed smashed potatoes are perfect addition for holiday dinners, a weeknight side dish, or summer BBQ. You can easily make them year-round.
Ingredients
- 1.5 pounds baby gold potatoes
- ¼ cup olive oil
- 2-3 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 tablespoon fresh thyme leaves
- salt and fresh ground pepper to season
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 450°F. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper and set aside.
- Prepare your potatoes by boiling them until they are fork-tender. Drain the potatoes and pat them dry with a paper towel.
- Spread the potatoes on the baking sheet. Using a fork or potato masher, gently smash the potatoes, leaving some solid pieces for texture.
- Drizzle the potatoes with olive oil, sprinkle with minced garlic, salt and pepper.
- Bake for about 15-20 minutes. (You can broil them for about 2-3 minutes for a hint of browning and caramelization).
- Remove from oven and sprinkle with fresh thyme leaves and serve.
Nutrition Information:
Yield:
4Serving Size:
1Amount Per Serving:Calories: 283Total Fat: 14gSaturated Fat: 2gTrans Fat: 0gUnsaturated Fat: 11gCholesterol: 0mgSodium: 163mgCarbohydrates: 37gFiber: 4gSugar: 2gProtein: 4g
Calories are estimated and may vary.
You may also want to try our Honey Glazed Carrots, they are sweet, savory and make a great side to any meat. View more Side Dishes for inspiration.
