Crispy Oven Roasted Smashed Potatoes

By Nanatimesthree

Ingredients

• 1 1/2 pounds baby potatoes
• 1 tsp salt
• pepper
• 3 Tblsp olive oil
• 1/4 cup melted butter
• 1 Tblsp minced garlic
• 1/2 tsp paprika
• 4 ounces sharp cheddar cheese

Preparation

Step 1

Fill a stock pot with water. Bring to a boil, stir in 1/2 tsp salt, add potatoes, and cook until soft, about 15-20 minutes.

Step 2

Drain the potatoes and let them dry in a strainer while you preheat the oven to 425 degrees.

Step 3

Arrange potatoes on a greased baking sheet. Smash the potatoes about halfway down. Let them rest on the pan for 5 minutes to release the steam.

Step 4

Drizzle potatoes with olive oil and season generously with salt and pepper and paprika. Stir together melted butter and garlic. Drizzle over potatoes.

Step 5

Bake for 25-35 minutes until crispy. Top with cheese and return to oven for 5-7 minutes until cheese is melty. Garnish with chopped parsley and additional pepper if desired.