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Smashed Potatoes
This smashed potato recipe features Yukon Gold potatoes infused with the savory warmth of garlic, scallions, and fresh thyme, all brought together with a generous drizzle of extra virgin olive oil. Its rustic style and herby notes make it perfect as a cozy side dish for roasts, grilled meats, or casual weeknight dinners. The texture is chunkier than mashed potatoes, giving each bite a creamy yet hearty feel with flecks of flavor throughout. It's simple, comforting, and irresistibly flavorful.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Course Side Dish
Cuisine American
Servings 6
Calories 161 kcal

Ingredients
  

  • 1 ¼ lbs Yukon Gold potatoes (peeled and cut into 1-inch pieces)
  • 4 tbsp extra virgin olive oil (EVOO)
  • 2 scallions (sliced thin)
  • 2 cloves garlic (minced)
  • 1 tsp fresh thyme
  • ¾ tsp salt
  • ½ tsp black pepper

Instructions
 

Step 1: Boil Potatoes

  • Cover potatoes with cold, lightly salted water.
  • Bring to a boil, then reduce to a simmer and cook for 15 minutes or until tender.

Step 2: Drain and Prepare Bowl

  • Drain potatoes and place in a large bowl.

Step 3: Sauté Aromatics

  • Heat olive oil over medium heat.
  • Add scallions, garlic, and thyme.
  • Cook for 1 minute until fragrant.

Step 4: Mash and Mix

  • Mash potatoes slightly, keeping some texture.
  • Add the olive oil mixture to the potatoes.
  • Season with salt and pepper.
  • Mash or stir to your desired consistency.

Tips

  • Use chicken or vegetable broth instead of water for deeper flavor.
  • Add a splash of cream or milk for a creamier texture.
  • Replace thyme with rosemary, parsley, or chives.
  • Crisp the finished potatoes under the broiler for a golden top.
  • Add grated Parmesan for a savory boost.
  • Stir in roasted garlic instead of raw sautéed garlic.
  • Use red potatoes for a slightly waxier, chunkier result.
  • Mix in sour cream or Greek yogurt for tanginess.
  • Add crispy bacon bits for extra richness.
  • Finish with a drizzle of flavored olive oil (roasted garlic, chili, or herb-infused).

Nutrition

Calories: 161kcalCarbohydrates: 17gProtein: 2gFat: 9gSaturated Fat: 1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 7gCholesterol: 1mgSodium: 50mgPotassium: 426mgFiber: 2gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 59IUVitamin C: 20mgCalcium: 19mgIron: 1mg
Keyword comfort food, easy recipe, homemade, potatoes, rustic, vintage recipe, weeknight side
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