Description
Delightfully crispy on the outside and creamy on the inside, these Smashed Roasted Cheesy Potatoes are a perfect side dish or snack, loaded with flavor and cheese goodness.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 pounds baby potatoes
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1 cup shredded cheese (cheddar or your choice)
- Fresh herbs (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C).
- Boil the baby potatoes in a large pot of salted water until tender, about 15-20 minutes.
- Drain the potatoes and let them cool slightly.
- Line your baking sheet with parchment paper and place the potatoes on the sheet.
- Smash each potato gently using a fork or the bottom of a glass.
- Drizzle with olive oil and sprinkle garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper over them.
- Bake for 20-25 minutes until crispy and golden.
- Remove and sprinkle shredded cheese generously on each potato.
- Return to the oven for an additional 5 minutes to melt the cheese.
- Garnish with fresh herbs and serve warm.
Notes
For added flavor, mix in different cheese varieties or spices. Leftovers can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 275
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 250mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 10g
- Cholesterol: 30mg