Smashed Potatoes with Garlic: Best Recipe with Herbs and Turkey Bacon
Delicious smashed potatoes infused with garlic and fresh herbs, complemented by crispy turkey bacon.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Gluten-Free
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 pounds Yukon Gold potatoes
- 4 cloves garlic
- 1/4 cup olive oil
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped
- 1/4 cup fresh chives, chopped
- 4 slices turkey bacon, cooked and crumbled
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 450°F (230°C).
- Boil the potatoes in salted water until fork-tender, about 15-20 minutes.
- Drain the potatoes and let them steam dry for a few minutes.
- On a baking sheet, place the potatoes and gently smash them with the bottom of a glass.
- In a bowl, mix together the olive oil, garlic, salt, and pepper, then drizzle over the smashed potatoes.
- Bake for about 25-30 minutes until golden and crispy.
- Remove from oven and sprinkle with fresh herbs and turkey bacon before serving.
Notes
- To add more flavor, consider roasting the garlic before mixing it with the oil.
- Feel free to substitute the herbs based on your preference.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 300
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 500mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 10mg
Keywords: Smashed Potatoes, Garlic, Herbs, Turkey Bacon, Side Dish