Irresistibly Golden Parmesan Potatoes (Printable Format)

Golden red potatoes with crispy Parmesan, garlic, and parsley, baked to perfect tenderness and crunch.

# Needed Ingredients:

→ Main Ingredients

01 - 1 pound small to medium red potatoes
02 - 3 tablespoons olive oil
03 - 2 cloves garlic, minced
04 - Salt, to taste
05 - Black pepper, to taste
06 - 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
07 - 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley, for garnish

# Preparation Steps:

01 - Place red potatoes in a large pot and cover with water. Bring to a boil and cook for 15 to 20 minutes until fork-tender.
02 - Preheat the oven to 425°F while the potatoes cook.
03 - Drain the cooked potatoes and allow them to cool slightly. Transfer to a baking sheet and gently flatten each potato using a glass or potato masher.
04 - Drizzle olive oil over each smashed potato. Sprinkle with minced garlic, salt, and black pepper.
05 - Distribute grated Parmesan cheese evenly over each potato.
06 - Place the baking sheet in the preheated oven and bake for 25 to 30 minutes, or until potatoes are golden and crispy.
07 - Remove from the oven and garnish with chopped parsley. Serve hot.

# Supplementary Details:

01 - Ensure potatoes are thoroughly dried before smashing for maximum crispiness.