Crispy Smashed Potatoes

Crispy Smashed Potatoes

Smashed baby potatoes turned crispy are crunchy on the outside and tender in the center and make excellent potato side dishes.
Prep10 minutes
Cook40 minutes
Total Time50 minutes
Serves6
Course Side Dish
Variety Fav(s) Honey Gold®
Cook Type Oven
Dish Type Comfort, Party Food
Quick, Easy, Convenient 7 Ingredients or Less
Bite Size 2-Bite

Ingredients

  • 24 oz. Tasteful Selections® 2-Bite potatoes
  • 1 tbsp. olive oil
  • 4 tbsp. butter, melted
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 tsp. onion powder
  • Pepper, to taste
  • Green onion tops or chives, chopped

Instructions

  • Preheat oven to 425-degrees.
  • Place potatoes in medium saucepan, cover with water & bring to a boil. Reduce heat; simmer 15-20 minutes, until fork tender. Remove from heat, drain & let cool about 5 minutes.
  • While potatoes are simmering, combine melted butter, garlic, onion powder & pepper. Prep baking pan by lining with non-stick aluminum foil, silicone baking mat or spreading olive oil w/ a pastry brush over the bottom. Place cooled potatoes on prepared pan. With a potato masher (or a fork), slightly smash each potato down. Brush tops with butter mixture.
  • Roast in oven 20-25 minutes, until crispy! Top with green onion tops or chives.