Crispy smashed potatoes topped with Parmesan cheese are an amazing side dish for your Easter or anytime feast. They’re easy to make and only require a few ingredients.
2Tablespoonsminced fresh chives for garnishoptional
Instructions
Preheat oven to 425° F. Line large rimmed baking sheet with nonstick aluminum foil. Set aside.
Place the potatoes and 1 tablespoon salt in a large saucepan and add enough water to cover the potatoes. Bring to a boil, reduce the heat, and simmer for 17 to 20 minutes, until the potatoes are tender when pierced with a knife.
Drain the potatoes; allow to cool about 20 minutes.
Place on a sheet pan. Press each potato until it is about ½-inch thick with your hand or a potato masher. Pour olive oil over the potatoes; sprinkle on ¾ teaspoon salt and ½ teaspoon freshly ground black pepper.
Bake the potatoes for 45 minutes, turning once, until the skins have become nicely browned.
Sprinkle the potatoes with the Parmesan cheese and bake another 2 to 3 minutes, just until the cheese melts. Sprinkle the potatoes with the chives; serve hot.