Ingredients
Scale
- 2 pounds baby potatoes
- 4 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Chopped parsley for garnish
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 450°F (230°C).
- Boil the baby potatoes in salted water until fork-tender, about 15 minutes.
- Drain the potatoes and let them cool slightly. Place on a baking sheet and gently smash with a fork or potato masher.
- In a small saucepan, melt the butter over medium heat and add the minced garlic. Cook for 1-2 minutes until fragrant.
- Brush the garlic butter generously over the smashed potatoes.
- Sprinkle the Parmesan cheese over the potatoes, and season with salt and pepper.
- Bake in the oven for 20-25 minutes, until the tops are golden and crispy.
- Garnish with freshly chopped parsley before serving.
Notes
Ensure even-sized baby potatoes for uniform cooking. For extra crispiness, broil for the last 2-3 minutes.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 11g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 34g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 30mg