Smashed Roasted Potatoes

Crispy, golden, and full of flavor — this is one of those simple potato recipes that somehow tastes far more impressive than the ingredients suggest. Boiled, smashed, and then roasted until crunchy with garlic, Parmesan, and herbs, these potatoes are absolutely addictive. Small potatoes work best for this recipe

There’s no need to specify exact quantities, as the recipe is very simple 

Ingredients

• potatoes

• olive oil

• salt

• pepper

• garlic powder

• Parmesan cheese

• any fresh herbs

Steps

1. Boil the potatoes in salted water until fully cooked (do not overcook)

2. Transfer the potatoes to a baking tray lined with parchment paper and gently smash them using a potato masher

3. Season with salt, pepper, and garlic powder, then drizzle with olive oil

4. Bake in a preheated oven at 200°C (390°F) for 15 minutes

5. Flip the potatoes, season again with salt, pepper, garlic powder, and olive oil

6. Bake for another 10 minutes on the other side

7. Remove from the oven, sprinkle with Parmesan, and bake for 2 more minutes

8. Finish with fresh herbs before serving