Best No Fuss Smashed Potatoes Recipes

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PERFECT SMASHED POTATOES



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We've seen plenty of potato trends over the past few years: Retro hasselback potatoes made a comeback, buttery "melting" potatoes took over Pinterest soon after, and now smashed potatoes are the spuds of the moment. The idea is to simmer small potatoes until tender, then toss them with olive oil, flatten them and crisp them in the oven. It's simple - and insanely delicious. There are more than 35,000 #smashedpotatoes photos on Instagram, and many Food Network stars are obsessed, too. Here's how to make them like a pro.

Provided by Food Network Kitchen

Categories     side-dish

Time 1h

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 0

Steps:

  • Put 1 3/4 pounds baby potatoes in a pot and cover with water. Add 2 bay leaves, 2 garlic cloves and a big pinch of salt; bring to a boil. Reduce to a simmer and cook until the potatoes are tender, 20 to 25 minutes. Drain, discarding the bay leaves and garlic. Toss the potatoes with 2 tablespoons olive oil, transfer to a baking sheet and smash with a spatula or measuring cup. Drizzle with more olive oil and season with salt and pepper. Broil, turning, until crisp and golden, 15 to 20 minutes.

SMASHED POTATOES



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These are little potato morsels, twice-cooked and infused with flavor. My family asks for them often!

Provided by amanda81

Categories     Side Dish     Potato Side Dish Recipes

Time 1h25m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 ½ pounds small yellow-fleshed potatoes
¼ cup olive oil
1 teaspoon butter at room temperature
2 tablespoons balsamic vinegar
3 cloves garlic, minced
1 teaspoon dried rosemary
½ teaspoon dried sage
½ teaspoon ground thyme
½ teaspoon dried savory
½ teaspoon sea salt
½ teaspoon ground black pepper

Steps:

  • Place potatoes in a saucepan, fill with water to cover the potatoes, and bring to a boil. Reduce heat to a simmer, and cook the potatoes until tender but not mushy, about 20 minutes. Drain and allow potatoes to cool.
  • While potatoes are cooking, combine olive oil, butter, balsamic vinegar, garlic, rosemary, sage, thyme, savory, sea salt and pepper in a bowl. Stir with a fork to combine well.
  • Preheat an oven to 450 degrees F (230 degrees C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  • Place the potatoes in a single layer on the prepared baking sheet, and lightly press down on the potatoes to partially crush them. Spoon the oil-herb mixture over each potato.
  • Bake in the preheated oven until the edges of the potatoes are beginning to crisp, about 25 minutes. Cool for about 5 minutes before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 273.8 calories, Carbohydrate 33.1 g, Cholesterol 2.7 mg, Fat 14.8 g, Fiber 3.1 g, Protein 3.8 g, SaturatedFat 2.6 g, Sodium 240.4 mg, Sugar 1.1 g

SMASHED POTATOES



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This recipe is for smashed, not mashed, potatoes. Multicolored potatoes are flattened, seasoned, and roasted until crisp. Top with sour cream and chives when serving.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Number Of Ingredients 6

2 pounds small multicolored potatoes
Coarse salt and freshly ground pepper
4 to 6 tablespoons olive oil
6 to 8 sprigs fresh thyme, picked
Sour cream, for serving (optional)
Chopped fresh chives, for serving (optional)

Steps:

  • Heat oven to 425 degrees.
  • Bring potatoes to a boil in a large pot of water generously seasoned with salt. Cook until fork tender, about 8 minutes. Drain and let cool slightly, about 10 minutes.
  • Drizzle two rimmed baking sheets with 1 to 2 tablespoons oil each. Arrange potatoes on baking sheet and lightly crush each potato with the heel of your hand until potatoes are about ½ inch thick. Brush potatoes with remaining oil. Season with salt and pepper and sprinkle with thyme. Roast, turning halfway through baking time, until golden and crisp, about 25 minutes.
  • Serve with sour cream and chives, if desired.

CRISPY SMASHED HERBED POTATOES



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Golden brown and buttery, these spuds live up to their tantalizing name. A sprinkle of fresh herbs when they're hot out of the oven maximizes the flavor...and the pretty. -Althea Dye, Howard, Ohio

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Side Dishes

Time 45m

Yield 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 7

12 small red potatoes (about 1-1/2 pounds)
3 tablespoons olive oil
1/4 cup butter, melted
3/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper
3 tablespoons minced fresh chives
1 tablespoon minced fresh parsley

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 450°. Place potatoes in a large saucepan; add water to cover. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cook, uncovered, until tender, 15-20 minutes. Drain., Drizzle oil over the bottom of a 15x10x1-in. baking pan; arrange potatoes over oil. Using a potato masher, flatten potatoes to 1/2-in. thickness. Brush potatoes with butter; sprinkle with salt and pepper., Roast until golden brown, 20-25 minutes. Sprinkle with chives and parsley.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 292 calories, Fat 22g fat (9g saturated fat), Cholesterol 31mg cholesterol, Sodium 543mg sodium, Carbohydrate 22g carbohydrate (1g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 3g protein.

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