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Crispy Smashed Potatoes

Crispy Smashed Potatoes

  • Author: Samuel
  • Total Time: 50 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x
  • Diet: Gluten Free

Description

Crispy Smashed Potatoes offer the perfect balance of crunchy edges and fluffy centers, elevated with smoky turkey bacon and melted plant-based cheese. This versatile recipe is simple to prepare using everyday ingredients and can be enjoyed as a snack, side dish, or main course, appealing to all meal occasions with customizable options for added flavors or dietary needs.

Ingredients

Scale

Potatoes

  • 1.5 lbs baby potatoes

Seasonings

  • 2 tbsp olive oil (natural)
  • 1 tsp garlic powder (natural)
  • 1 tsp paprika (natural)
  • Salt, to taste
  • Pepper, to taste

Toppings

  • 4 slices smoked turkey bacon
  • 1 cup plant-based cheese (melting variety)
  • 2 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped

Instructions

  1. Boil the Potatoes: Wash the baby potatoes thoroughly and place them in a large pot. Cover with cold water, add a pinch of salt, and bring to a boil. Cook for 15-20 minutes or until they are tender enough to pierce easily with a fork. Drain and let them cool slightly to handle.
  2. Preheat the Oven and Prepare Baking Tray: Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C). Line a baking tray with parchment paper or lightly brush it with olive oil (natural) to prevent sticking and enhance crispiness.
  3. Smash the Potatoes: Using the bottom of a glass or a wide spatula, gently press down on each potato to flatten it to about half its original thickness, taking care not to break them apart completely. This increases the surface area for crisping during baking.
  4. Season and Add Toppings: Drizzle olive oil (natural) evenly over the smashed potatoes. Sprinkle garlic powder (natural), paprika (natural), salt, and pepper over them. Scatter chopped smoked turkey bacon and small pieces of plant-based cheese on top of each potato to allow the cheese to melt into the crispy edges.
  5. Bake Until Golden and Crisp: Place the baking tray in the oven and bake for 20-25 minutes until the edges are golden brown and crunchy, and the cheese has melted beautifully. For extra crispiness, you may broil for an additional 2-3 minutes while watching carefully to avoid burning.

Notes

  • Choose baby or new potatoes with firm skin for best texture.
  • Allow cooked potatoes to cool before smashing to keep their shape intact.
  • Generously coat with olive oil (natural) to achieve optimal crispiness.
  • Smash potatoes evenly to ensure uniform cooking and texture.
  • Use the broiler for a brief time at the end to enhance crispness but monitor closely.
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 40 minutes
  • Category: Appetizers
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1/4 of recipe
  • Calories: 250
  • Sugar: 2g
  • Sodium: 400mg
  • Fat: 12g
  • Saturated Fat: 3g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 8g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 28g
  • Fiber: 3g
  • Protein: 7g
  • Cholesterol: 15mg

Keywords: crispy smashed potatoes, plant-based cheese, smoked turkey bacon, side dish, snack, easy recipe, gluten free

Find it online: https://quicktastykitchen.com/crispy-smashed-potatoes/