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Savory Garlic Parmesan Smashed Potatoes Recipe

Garlic Parmesan Smashed Potatoes made approachable with clear cues, pantry staples, and flexible swaps.
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Ingredients Method

Ingredients
  

  • 2 pounds baby potatoes
  • 1/4 cup unsalted butter
  • 4 cloves garlic minced
  • 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • 1/2 cup milk
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • Fresh parsley chopped (optional)

Method
 

  1. Begin by boiling the potatoes in a large pot of salted water.
  2. Drain the potatoes and return them to the pot.
  3. Add butter, minced garlic, and milk to the potatoes.
  4. Mash the potatoes gently with a potato masher.
  5. Fold in Parmesan cheese, salt, and pepper to taste.
  6. Transfer the smashed potatoes to a baking dish and spread them evenly.
  7. Top with extra Parmesan and bake in a preheated oven.
  8. Serve hot, garnished with chopped parsley if desired.