Smashed potatoes: The secret to creamy perfection!
Smashed potatoes are a delicious and creamy side dish that combines the crispy texture of roasted potatoes with a rich, buttery flavor.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 45 minutes
- Total Time: 55 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 pounds of baby potatoes
- 4 tablespoons of unsalted butter
- 1/2 cup of heavy cream
- Salt to taste
- Pepper to taste
- Chives for garnish
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 450°F (230°C).
- Boil the baby potatoes in salted water until fork-tender, about 15-20 minutes.
- Drain the potatoes and let them cool slightly.
- Place the potatoes on a baking sheet and gently smash each one with a fork or potato masher.
- Melt the butter and mix it with the heavy cream, then drizzle over the smashed potatoes.
- Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes until crispy and golden brown.
- Garnish with chopped chives before serving.
Notes
- For extra flavor, add garlic powder or herbs to the butter mixture.
- These potatoes can be made ahead of time and reheated in the oven.
- Adjust the cream and butter quantities to your preference for creaminess.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 40mg