Garlic Smashed Potato Recipe
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Ingredients
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Potatoes
Garlic Butter
Method
Potato Preparation
- 1
Boil the Potatoes
In a large pot, add the Yukon Gold potatoes and cover them with cold water. Add 1 tablespoon of salt and bring to a boil over medium-high heat.
- 2
- 3
Drain the Potatoes
Carefully drain the potatoes in a colander and let them sit for a few minutes to allow excess steam to escape.
Garlic Butter Preparation
- 4
Melt the Butter
In a small saucepan over medium heat, melt the unsalted butter.
- 5
Add Garlic
Once the butter has melted, add the minced garlic cloves (you can mince them using a garlic press or finely chop them with a knife) and sauté for about 2-3 minutes until fragrant.
- 6
Add Parsley and Pepper
Stir in the chopped fresh parsley and black pepper, and remove the saucepan from heat.
Smashed Potatoes
- 7
Smash the Potatoes
Transfer the drained potatoes to a large bowl or a baking sheet. Using a potato masher or the bottom of a glass, gently smash each potato until slightly flattened but not completely broken apart.
- 8
- 9
Season and Serve
Sprinkle additional salt and pepper to taste, and serve warm as a side dish.
