Cheesy Smashed Potatoes Recipe
Akin to potato skins but without all the work, these cheesy smashed potatoes are the perfect side dish or party appetizer.
Equipment
- 8x8 oven safe dish
- Potato masher (optional)
Ingredients
- 1 lb mini potatoes 5-6 potatoes per person
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- ½ tsp paprika
- ½ tsp garlic powder
- ½ tsp salt
- ¼ cup cheddar cheese
- 1 tbsp green onions
- 2 tbsp sour cream
Instructions
- Turn the oven to 400°F
- Wash the potatoes and put them in an oven safe dish in one layer.1 lb mini potatoes
- Add the oil, paprika, garlic powder and salt. Stir well until the potatoes are well coated in the oil and spices.1 tbsp olive oil, 1/2 tsp paprika, 1/2 tsp garlic powder, 1/2 tsp salt
- Once the oven is heated, put the potatoes in for 25 minutes.
- While the potatoes are in the oven, grate the cheese. Wash and chop the green onions.1/4 cup cheddar cheese
- Take the potatoes out of the oven and turn the broiler on. Using a potato masher or fork smash the potatoes squishing them to flatten them to about ½ inch thick. Do not push all the way through. You will know to stop when you feel a slight release of air, like a pop, as you break through the skin.
- Top the potatoes with cheese and place back in the oven for 5 more minutes.
- Remove the potatoes from the oven. Top with sour cream and green onions and serve as a side to your favourite main.1 tbsp green onions, 2 tbsp sour cream
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Nutrition
Nutrition Facts
Cheesy Smashed Potatoes Recipe
Amount per Serving
Calories
319.5
% Daily Value*
Fat
14.3
g
22
%
Saturated Fat
5.4
g
34
%
Polyunsaturated Fat
1.1
g
Monounsaturated Fat
7
g
Cholesterol
21.1
mg
7
%
Sodium
692.9
mg
30
%
Potassium
997.3
mg
28
%
Carbohydrates
40.8
g
14
%
Fiber
5.1
g
21
%
Sugar
2.3
g
3
%
Protein
8.5
g
17
%
Vitamin A
259.4
IU
5
%
Vitamin C
46.4
mg
56
%
Calcium
143.4
mg
14
%
Iron
2
mg
11
%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.
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