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Garlic Butter Smashed Potatoes
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Garlic Butter Smashed Potatoes

Garlic Butter Smashed Potatoes are crispy on the outside, fluffy in the center, and drenched in rich roasted garlic butter. This recipe works because roasting the garlic adds deep, mellow flavor while smashing the potatoes creates irresistible golden edges every time.
Prep Time 44 minutes
Cook Time 44 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 30 minutes
Servings: 4
Course: Side Dish
Cuisine: American
Calories: 220

Ingredients
  

  • lbs baby potatoes
  • 2 garlic bulbs
  • 3 tbsp olive oil
  • 4 tbsp butter
  • 1 tsp salt
  • ½ tsp freshly ground black pepper
  • 2 tbsp fresh parsley, finely chopped
  • ½ tsp laky sea salt
Optional Ingredients
  • 2 tbsp grated Parmesan, cheddar, or mozzarella cheese
  • 1 tsp fresh herbs (chives, rosemary, or thyme)
  • ¼ tsp chili flakes

Equipment

  • Baking sheet
  • Parchment paper
  • Large pot
  • Meat mallet or flat glass
  • Small saucepan
  • Oven

Method
 

  1. Slice the tops off the garlic bulbs, drizzle with olive oil, sprinkle with salt, and roast at 400°F (200°C) until soft and golden, about 45–60 minutes.
  2. Add baby potatoes to a pot of well-salted water and boil until fork-tender, about 15–20 minutes, then drain and let dry.
  3. Melt butter in a pan, squeeze in the roasted garlic cloves, mash into a smooth paste, and stir in the reserved garlic oil.
  4. Preheat a baking tray in the oven, place potatoes on it, and smash each potato using a glass or masher.
  5. Brush or spoon the garlic butter evenly over each smashed potato.
  6. Bake at 400°F (200°C) for 25–30 minutes until edges are golden and crispy.
  7. Garnish with parsley, flaky sea salt, and black pepper, then serve immediately.