Smashed Parmesan Potatoes

By JDARK

Ingredients

• 3 pounds baby red-skinned potatoes, unpeeled, halved
• 2/3 cup freshly grated Parmesan
• 1/2 cup olive oil
• Salt and freshly ground black pepper

Preparation

Step 1

1. Combine the potatoes in a large pot of water.
2. Cover and bring the water to a boil.
3. Continue boiling until the potatoes are tender, about 15 minutes.
4. Drain, reserving 3/4 cup of the cooking liquid.
5. Return the potatoes to the pot.
6. Coarsely mash the potatoes, adding enough reserved cooking liquid to moisten.
7. Using a large fork, stir in the Parmesan and the oil.
8. Season the potatoes, to taste, with salt and pepper and serve.