Smashing parboiled potatoes creates more surface area and craggy edges that get crisp when roasted in a hot oven.

EatingWell Magazine, December 2021

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Credit: Jacob Fox

Recipe Summary

active:
10 mins
total:
45 mins
Servings:
4
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Ingredients

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Directions

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  • Position rack in lower third of oven; preheat to 450°F.

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  • Place potatoes in a large pot, cover with water and bring to a boil. Cook, covered, until fork-tender, about 15 minutes. Drain.

  • Drizzle 1 tablespoon oil on a large rimmed baking sheet. Add the potatoes and, using the bottom of a glass coated with cooking spray, gently smash each potato to flatten. Drizzle with the remaining 1 tablespoon oil and sprinkle with salt and pepper. Scatter garlic on the pan.

  • Bake the potatoes, flipping once halfway, until crispy, about 20 minutes. Sprinkle with Parmesan and lemon zest.

Nutrition Facts

2/3 cup
158 calories; fat 8g; cholesterol 2mg; sodium 211mg; carbohydrates 20g; dietary fiber 2g; protein 3g; sugars 2g; niacin equivalents 1mg; saturated fat 1g; vitamin a iu 34IU; potassium 535mg.
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