Smashed Red Potatoes with Parmesan Basil Butter

Smashed potatoes originated in Ireland and were traditionally made with floury potatoes like King Edward or Maris Piper.

This is vegetarian and gluten free recipe. Dish can be prepared in 45 minutes. Recipe requires some culinary experience (medium difficulty). Number of ingredients: 6.

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Smashed Red Potatoes with Parmesan Basil Butter

Cooking Method: Boiling, Mashing Cuisine: American Courses: Dinner, Side Dish, Vegetarian Recipe Keys: Gluten Free Vegetarian

Difficulty: Intermediate Prep Time 10 min Cook Time 30 min Rest Time 5 min Total Time 45 mins

Servings: 4 Calories: 1140

Best Season: Fall

Ingredients

Servings

• 2 pound Red Potatoes
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 4 tablespoon Butter
• 0.5 cup Parmesan Cheese
• 0.25 cup Basil Leaves
• 0.5 teaspoon Garlic Powder

Instructions

1. Place the potatoes in a large pot of salted water and bring to a boil. Cook until the potatoes are tender, about 15-20 minutes.
2. Drain the potatoes and return them to the pot. Add the butter, Parmesan cheese, basil leaves, and garlic powder.
3. Mash the potatoes with a potato masher until they reach your desired consistency. Season with salt to taste.
4. Let the smashed potatoes rest for 5 minutes before serving.
5. Sprinkle with additional Parmesan cheese and basil leaves for garnish, if desired.

Nutrition Facts

Servings 4

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Amount Per Serving

Calories 285kcal

% Daily Value *

Total Fat 12g19%

Total Carbohydrate 40g14%

Sugars 2g

Protein 5g10%

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* The Percentage Daily Values are calculated from a 2,000 calorie diet. Your specific daily value may vary, depending on your individual calorie requirements.