{"id":2544,"date":"2026-06-08T10:26:24","date_gmt":"2026-06-08T10:26:24","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/wordpress.cherrychapters.com\/softboilstories\/?p=2544"},"modified":"2026-06-08T10:26:24","modified_gmt":"2026-06-08T10:26:24","slug":"crispy-smashed-potatoes-crunchy-outside-fluffy-inside","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/wordpress.cherrychapters.com\/softboilstories\/2026\/06\/08\/crispy-smashed-potatoes-crunchy-outside-fluffy-inside\/","title":{"rendered":"Crispy Smashed Potatoes (Crunchy Outside, Fluffy Inside)"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p>Smashed potatoes are the best potatoes. Boil. Smash. Roast until crispy. That&#8217;s it. Crunchy, craggy outside. Fluffy inside. Seasoned with garlic and herbs. The side dish that steals the show.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Ingredients<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"1024\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.goodlighttravel.com\/sites\/16\/2026\/06\/hf_20260605_150114_b24c1587-3a87-4868-82cc-79b6f0fd4542-1024x1024.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-2595\" srcset=\"https:\/\/cdn.goodlighttravel.com\/sites\/16\/2026\/06\/hf_20260605_150114_b24c1587-3a87-4868-82cc-79b6f0fd4542-1024x1024.png 1024w, https:\/\/cdn.goodlighttravel.com\/sites\/16\/2026\/06\/hf_20260605_150114_b24c1587-3a87-4868-82cc-79b6f0fd4542-300x300.png 300w, https:\/\/cdn.goodlighttravel.com\/sites\/16\/2026\/06\/hf_20260605_150114_b24c1587-3a87-4868-82cc-79b6f0fd4542-150x150.png 150w, https:\/\/cdn.goodlighttravel.com\/sites\/16\/2026\/06\/hf_20260605_150114_b24c1587-3a87-4868-82cc-79b6f0fd4542-768x768.png 768w, https:\/\/cdn.goodlighttravel.com\/sites\/16\/2026\/06\/hf_20260605_150114_b24c1587-3a87-4868-82cc-79b6f0fd4542-1536x1536.png 1536w, https:\/\/cdn.goodlighttravel.com\/sites\/16\/2026\/06\/hf_20260605_150114_b24c1587-3a87-4868-82cc-79b6f0fd4542.png 2048w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p><em>Serves 4.<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>1\u00bd lbs (675g) baby potatoes (Yukon gold or red)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>3 tbsp olive oil<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>3 cloves garlic, minced<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>1 tsp salt<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>\u00bd tsp black pepper<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>1 tsp fresh rosemary or thyme (or \u00bd tsp dried)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>\u00bd tsp paprika (optional)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Fresh parsley for garnish<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Step-by-Step Instructions<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Step 1: Boil Potatoes<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Place potatoes in a large pot. Cover with cold salted water. Bring to a boil. Cook 15-20 minutes until fork-tender.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Drain and let cool slightly (5 minutes).<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Step 2: Preheat &amp; Smash<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Preheat oven to 425\u00b0F (220\u00b0C). Line a baking sheet with parchment.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Place potatoes on the baking sheet. Use a glass or potato masher to gently smash each potato to about \u00bd-inch thickness (don&#8217;t obliterate \u2014 keep them intact).<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Step 3: Season<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Drizzle potatoes with olive oil. Sprinkle with garlic, salt, pepper, herbs, and paprika.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Step 4: Roast<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Roast 20-25 minutes until edges are deep golden brown and crispy.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Step 5: Serve<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Garnish with fresh parsley. Serve immediately. Fight over the crispiest ones.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Summary<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Prep Time:<\/strong> 10 min | <strong>Cook Time:<\/strong> 40 min | <strong>Total:<\/strong> 50 min<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Yield:<\/strong> 4 servings | <strong>Difficulty:<\/strong> Easy<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Storage Notes<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Best fresh.<\/strong> Fridge 3 days. Reheat in oven or air fryer at 400\u00b0F for 8-10 minutes (crispy returns). Never microwave \u2014 potatoes get floppy. 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