The greatest, most requested way to prepare potassium-filled, budget-friendly potatoes
Prep Time 15 minutesminutes
Cook Time 45 minutesminutes
Total Time 1 hourhour
Servings 4
Author Meme
Ingredients
6medium red potatoesabout 1 to 1.5 lb, or 8 small
2tablespoonolive oil
½teaspoonkosher salt
½teaspoonchopped fresh herbsoptional
Instructions
Put potatoes in a large pot and cover with cold water. Bring to a boil and simmer for 15-20 minutes, until potatoes are tender.
Drain and let cool slightly. Meanwhile, preheat oven to 400°F.
Drizzle a large baking sheet with 1 tablespoon oil. Put drained cooked potatoes on baking sheet. Use a potato masher or large fork to smash the potatoes. Drizzle the remaining tablespoon of oil over smashed potatoes. Sprinkle evenly with salt.
Transfer to the preheated oven and roast for 20-25 minutes, until crispy and lightly browned on the outside. Sprinkle with herbs if using.