This is my absolute favorite way to cook potatoes! These smashed golden potatoes are crispy, salty, and perfect! AND they take less than 5 ingredients so they’re super easy!!
Potatoes are pretty amazing! Like seriously, God did something really great when he made potatoes! They are satisfying, versatile, and overall so delicious!
Today’s blog post is short and sweet because the recipe is so incredibly easy! It takes less than 5 ingredients and 10 minutes of prep time!
These golden potatoes are my family and I’s absolute favorite way to make potatoes! They are crispy on the edges but soft on the inside and the perfect combo of salty and garlicky. There are really no flaws with these potatoes!
On top of being delicious and super easy, they are really fun to make! Haha I know that makes me sound like a five year old but, I’m fine with that.:) They’re honestly so fun! Let me tell you why!👇
How to make these delicious potatoes ?
- Boil some potatoes. There isn’t much elaborating I can do on that so, that’s it for this step.😂
- When the potatoes can be easily punctured with a knife, grab a clean towel, and begin to press them flat with the palm of your hand one by one. This is the fun part! I go to town when I smash the potatoes! Just be sure to leave them at about a ¼ inch thickness.
- Sprinkle one side with salt and garlic powder, flip it with a large spatula onto a lightly oiled baking pan, and sprinkle with a tiny bit more salt and garlic powder. Continue this with all the potatoes.
- Drizzle a little bit of oil on top and bake in a broiler for about 10 minutes. Just be sure to keep an eye on it to make sure it doesn’t burn. Everyone’s oven cooks at different speeds.
That’s it! Those are the 4 steps for the best potatoes of your life!
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Smashed Golden Potatoes Recipe
AuthorbasilanddillDifficultyBeginnerWash then boil golden potatoes until they are soft when punctured with a fork or knife.
Let them cool for at least 10 minutes then begin smashing them. To do this, grab a smooth, clean towel and press down on each potato with the palm of your hand until its about 1/4 inch thick. Sprinkle with salt and garlic powder to taste, then get a spatula and flip it onto a well oiled baking sheet. Sprinkle the new top side with a bit more salt and garlic powder. Repeat this step with the rest of the potatoes.
Drizzle a little bit of oil on top of all the potatoes and bake in a broiler for 10 minutes. Just be sure to keep an eye on it to make sure it doesn’t burn. (Everyone’s oven cooks at different speeds.) When the potato's edges are golden brown pull them out of the oven. Let cool for a few minutes then enjoy! <3
Ingredients
Directions
Wash then boil golden potatoes until they are soft when punctured with a fork or knife.
Let them cool for at least 10 minutes then begin smashing them. To do this, grab a smooth, clean towel and press down on each potato with the palm of your hand until its about 1/4 inch thick. Sprinkle with salt and garlic powder to taste, then get a spatula and flip it onto a well oiled baking sheet. Sprinkle the new top side with a bit more salt and garlic powder. Repeat this step with the rest of the potatoes.
Drizzle a little bit of oil on top of all the potatoes and bake in a broiler for 10 minutes. Just be sure to keep an eye on it to make sure it doesn’t burn. (Everyone’s oven cooks at different speeds.) When the potato's edges are golden brown pull them out of the oven. Let cool for a few minutes then enjoy! <3
Notes
- This seems really random but when you’re choosing your potatoes at the grocery store, try to find the smallest golden potatoes you can. That will make it easier to smash and flip later.
- Don’t be too cautious with the salt. These potatoes are best when they’re pretty salty in my opinion. 😉
- It’s best if the towel is smooth/more like cloth. This way potato bits won’t get stuck in the textured weave.
This recipe looks amazing! I love watching your YouTube channel and reading your blogs!
Love you Ana!
Irma
Thank you so much Mrs.Brothers! I am so happy that you enjoy my posts!<3