Smashed Potatoes

By Joelene

Ingredients

• 1 1/4 pounds fingerling potatoes
• Kosher salt and black pepper
• 2 tablespoons chopped fresh chives
• 3 tablespoons olive oil
• 4 tablespoons sherry or red wine vinegar
• 1 pint cherry or grape tomatoes, halved
• 2 teaspoons sugar

Preparation

Step 1

Place the potatoes in a large pot and add enough cold water to cover. Bring to a boil and add 2 teaspoons salt. Reduce heat and simmer until very tender, 15 to 18 minutes. Drain and return to the pot. Toss in the chives, 2 tablespoons of the oil, 1 tablespoon of the vinegar, and 1/4 teaspoon each salt and pepper. Lightly flatten each potato with a spoon. Cover to keep warm.
Meanwhile, combine the tomatoes, sugar, 3 tablespoons water, the remaining 3 tablespoons of vinegar, and 1/4 teaspoon each salt and pepper in a medium saucepan over medium-high heat. Cook, stirring occasionally, until the tomatoes are soft and the liquid is thickened, 6 to 8 minutes.