Published Date: October 24, 2020 | Last Updated: March 17, 2023
I really think these roasted smashed potatoes might be better than French fries. Plus they’re healthier! We don’t have to give up our New Year Resolutions with this one!
I really think these roasted smashed potatoes might be better than French fries. Plus they’re healthier! We don’t have to give up our New Year Resolutions with this one!
I can imagine that another fun way to prepare these would be to top them with cheese and bacon!
Roasted Smashed Potatoes
Roasted and smashed. That's how I like my potatoes. French fries don't even compare to these!! So good.
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Servings: 6
Ingredients
- 2 pounds (18-24) small, washed, red potatoes
- 6 T olive oil
- 1 tsp fresh thyme
- salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Put potatoes on a baking sheet with 3/4 cup water.
- Cover tightly with foil then bake at 500 ° F for 25 - 30 minutes or until a paring knife can easily poke through the foil and into a potato.
- Take out of the oven and let cool for 10 minutes.
- Drizzle 3 Tablespoons of the oil onto the potatoes and gently roll to coat.
- Space evenly and put a 2nd baking sheet on top of the first, then push down, (don't be afraid to push hard) and with you fist, give the pan a few thumps until all the potatoes are smashed to about 1/3-1/2 inch thick.
- Drizzle with the remaining 3 Tablespoons of the oil, them sprinkle with the thyme, then with salt and pepper.
- Put the potatoes back into the oven (still at 500° F) for an additional 35 - 40 minutes.
- The result will be a crispy and delicious smashed potato that can only rival a well-made French fry.
