Australian Crash Hot Potatoes Recipe

Ingredients for Australian Crash Hot Potatoes

• Baby Red Potatoes
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 2 cloves minced garlic
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
• Fresh Herb
• 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese

How to Make Australian Crash Hot Potatoes

1. Wash and scrub 1 lb (450g) baby potatoes thoroughly.
2. Boil or microwave the potatoes until fork-tender (approximately 15-20 minutes depending on size and method).
3. Preheat your oven to 450°F (230°C).
4. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper and drizzle with 1 tablespoon of olive oil.
5. Once the potatoes are cool enough to handle, place them on the prepared baking sheet. Using a potato masher, gently smash each potato, rotating the masher to create a slightly flattened shape. Don't smash them completely flat; leave some texture.
6. Drizzle the smashed potatoes with an additional 1 tablespoon of olive oil. Season generously with 1 teaspoon of salt and 1/2 teaspoon of black pepper.
7. Sprinkle 2 cloves of minced garlic and 1/4 cup of chopped fresh herbs (rosemary, thyme, or a mix are great!) evenly over the potatoes.
8. Top each potato with 1/4 cup of grated Parmesan cheese.
9. Bake for 20-25 minutes, or until golden brown and crispy.
10. Serve immediately and enjoy!