Description

These Loaded Smashed Potatoes are a crispy, creamy, and cheesy delight. Perfect as a side dish or appetizer, these potatoes are topped with all your favorite fixings for a burst of flavor in every bite.

Ingredients

Potatoes:

1.5 lbs baby potatoes
2 tbsp olive oil
Salt and pepper to taste

Toppings:

1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
4 slices crispy bacon, crumbled
2 green onions, chopped
1/2 cup sour cream
Salt and pepper to taste

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Instructions

Preheat Oven: Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
Boil Potatoes: In a large pot, boil the baby potatoes until fork-tender, about 15-20 minutes. Drain well.
Smash Potatoes: Place the boiled potatoes on the prepared baking sheet. Using a potato masher or fork, gently smash each potato until flattened but still in one piece.
Season: Drizzle olive oil over the smashed potatoes and season with salt and pepper.
Bake: Bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, or until the potatoes are crispy and golden.
Add Toppings: Sprinkle cheddar cheese over the hot potatoes and return to the oven for a few minutes until melted. Top with crumbled bacon, chopped green onions, sour cream, salt, and pepper.
Serve: Serve hot and enjoy!

Notes

You can customize the toppings to your preference, adding ingredients like diced tomatoes, jalapeños, or even guacamole.
For a vegetarian option, omit the bacon or substitute with vegetarian bacon bits.