Smashed Potatoes
author: "Martha Stewart Test Kitchen"
source: https://www.marthastewart.com/1106698/smashed-potatoes
type: recipe
rating: *****
tags: recipe web vegetable potatoes sides
creation date: 2022-11-28
mod date: 2022-11-28
tags: #recipe #web #vegetable #potatoes #sides
Smashed Potatoes
Servings: 5
Prep Time: 20 Minutes
Cook Time: ~33 Minutes
Total Time: ~53 Minutes
Ingredients
| Amount | Ingredient | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| 2 lbs | Small Potatoes | |
| Coarse Salt | ||
| Fresh Ground Pepper | ||
| 4-6 T | Olive Oil | |
| 6-8 Sprigs | Fresh Thyme | Can use dried or a garlic spice mix |
| Sour Cream | For serving - optional | |
| Fresh Chives | chopped, for serving - optional |
Directions
- Preheat the oven to 425 degrees F.
- 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 trimmed baking sheets with 1 to 2 tablespoons of oil each.
- Arrange potatoes on the baking sheet and lightly crush each potato with the heel of your hand until potatoes are about 1/2 inch thick.
- Brush potatoes with remaining oil and season with salt and pepper, and sprinkle with thyme (or garlic spice mix).
- Roast, turning halfway through baking time, until golden and crisp - about 25 minutes.
- Serve with sour cream and chives if desired.