We all need this comforting Cheesy Potato to begin or end the week. This is a delicious and very easy to make side dish for Holiday dinner.
Potatoes are such a versatile vegetable and it is one of the best choices for appetizers. There are not many people who don’t like potatoes and when cooking for a crowd, this definitely is a choice of vegetable to go. My little one is a die-hard fan of potatoes and would love for me to make it every day. Well, it sort of happens that even the parents love potatoes and when I make them, we end up eating it way more than we should be. These oven baked cheesy smashed potatoes are really addictive and even if you are not a big potato fan, you will end up eating a ton of these. The only consolation I had for myself after I ate way too many of these smashed potatoes were that, at least they are baked and not fried.
I have used the basic seasoning here like salt, pepper and garlic powder for the potatoes, but you could try out different other combinations. I also used some Mexican blend cheeses on top, which can be very replaced with parmesan. All it needed was some sour cream to go with it, but I am thinking of making something more garlicky next time (like garlic aioli) to go with it.
Make sure you shop for some really tiny potatoes. I used red potatoes here, but the yellow potatoes should work well. Just make sure you hunt for similar sized, small potatoes.
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Cooking time – about an hour (includes baking time as well)
Difficulty level – easy
Recipe adapted from – Better Homes and Gardens
Ingredients to make Oven Baked Cheesy Smashed Potatoes – makes 15 pieces
- Red tiny potatoes – 15
- Salt – to taste
- Pepper – to taste
- Garlic powder – 2 tsp
- Olive oil – 4 to 5 tbsp
- Mexican blend cheese – ¼ cup
- Sour cream – to serve
- Cilantro – to garnish
Procedure to make Oven Baked Cheesy Smashed Potatoes –
- Boil water in a large pot and add salt to the water. Place the potatoes in boiling water and cook until the potatoes are fork tender. Make sure that they are not mushy, but cooked all the way through. It took me about 25 minutes.
- Drain the potatoes and let it cool down a bit.
- Grease a baking sheet and place the potatoes on the sheet.
- Using the back of a glass or a cup, press down on each potato to flatten it. Make sure they still are in one piece and just smashed.
- Brush liberally with olive oil and season with salt, pepper and garlic powder.
- Bake at 425 F, for about 10 – 12 minutes. Now take the pan out and flip the potatoes and brush them with olive oil again. If preferred, season again with salt and pepper and bake for 10 to 12 more minutes or until golden brown and the edges are crispy.
- Sprinkle cheese on the potatoes and bake them for 2 to 3 minutes more or until the cheese has melted.
- Garnish with cilantro and serve the smashed potatoes with a dollop of sour cream.
Oven Baked Cheesy Smashed Potatoes
We all need this comforting Cheesy Potato to begin or end the week. This is a delicious and very easy to make side dish for Holiday dinner.
Ingredients
- 15 pieces Red tiny potatoes
- Salt – to taste
- Pepper – to taste
- 2 tsp Garlic powder
- 5 tbsp Olive oil
- 1/4 cup Mexican blend cheese
- Sour cream – to serve
- Cilantro – to garnish
Instructions
- Boil water in a large pot and add salt to the water. Place the potatoes in boiling water and cook until the potatoes are fork tender. Make sure that they are not mushy, but cooked all the way through. It took me about 25 minutes.
- Drain the potatoes and let it cool down a bit.
- Grease a baking sheet and place the potatoes on the sheet.
- Using the back of a glass or a cup, press down on each potato to flatten it. Make sure they still are in one piece and just smashed.
- Brush liberally with olive oil and season with salt, pepper and garlic powder.
- Bake at 425 F, for about 10 – 12 minutes. Now take the pan out and flip the potatoes and brush them with olive oil again. If preferred, season again with salt and pepper and bake for 10 to 12 more minutes or until golden brown and the edges are crispy.
- Sprinkle cheese on the potatoes and bake them for 2 to 3 minutes more or until the cheese has melted.
- Garnish with cilantro and serve the smashed potatoes with a dollop of sour cream.
Adriana Lopez Martn says
Potatoes are such a wonderful ingredient. You can cook them in so many ways and never fails they are always good. This smashed potatoes you are suggesting look delightful
Pam says
I love potatoes as a side dish because they’re basically the ultimate comfort food. This takes that to a whole new level. Yum!
Julie | Bunsen Burner Bakery says
I love smashed potatoes! Those crispy bits along the edges are the best part. 🙂
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I really love potatoes as well and it can be boring eating them the same old way. I need to try these smashed potatoes. They have everything I love including cheese 🙂
Sarah @ Champagne Tastes says
I’ve never made smashed potatoes before! (Or eaten them).. I do love potatoes pretty much any way I can get them, so I’m sure these would be fantastic!
Megan Marlowe says
I love smashed potatoes because you really get all those crispy little parts making them the perfect counterpart to the creaminess of the potato. And I of course love cheese, so I love this recipe!
Marlynn | UrbanBlissLife says
I do love how versatile potatoes are. These smashed potatoes look like a great side dish for one of our family weeknight dinners!
Hanady | Recipe Nomad says
Lol love the logic that you baked them so you can eat as many as you want! I’m going to incorporate this philosophy too on these. They look and sound outstanding!!
Gloria @ Homemade & Yummy says
Ok…so as a potato lover…this is a winner!! These would work both as an appetizer or side dish. Heck, I would even serve them with brunch. Thanks for the great recipe…I have to make these soon.
Daniela Anderson says
There is nothing I love more than potatoes and cheese, I could happily survive on them only and would not even complain once. I really want to make these smashed potatoes for my little one, although she adores cheese just like mummy, I can’t seem to get her to eat potatoes, so I am thinking that I could probably trick her if they are nice and cheesy.Such a great recipe, I just love it!
Sara | Modern Little Victories says
I love potatoes in any way shape or form but these look like some of the best!
Byron Thomas says
Oh, I love the simplicity of this dish! What a great appetizer or even a great side dish. I imagine these things could be dolled up too to fit any occasion. Like, adding crumbled bacon or sliced green onions. Or finely diced tomatoes and shredded lettuce. I cant’ wait to try these – and baking rather than frying is even better!
Amy Katz from Veggies Save The Day says
Looks like I need to run to the store for some potatoes! Your recipe looks so delicious!
GiselleR @ ExSloth.com says
Oh this sounds/looks amazing. I bought a bunch of potatoes this week but didn’t actually use them for anything. Def giving this a try one night this week!
Anne Murphy says
Those look fun! I can see them as a side dish with a plain meat that needs a little oomph… I love the crispness!
Kylee from Kylee Cooks says
This is my all time favorite way to serve potatoes! Smash em up and roast em. SO much flavor!
Kathy McDaniel says
I love smash potatoes! The combination of textures is amazing. From the crispy bits to the creaminess of the center. This is a perfect dish to serve as an appetizer or as part of a main dish. Super yum!!
ManilaSpoon says
This is the perfect side dish for any mains!! Love this!