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Smashed Crispy Feta Potatoes with Garlic Butter Drizzle Recipe

Smashed Crispy Feta Potatoes with Garlic Butter Drizzle Recipe
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Smashed Crispy Feta Potatoes with Garlic Butter Drizzle are a deliciously simple side dish featuring tender baby potatoes boiled to perfection, smashed for extra crispiness, then baked with a golden crust and topped with creamy crumbled feta cheese. Finished with a fragrant garlic butter and fresh thyme drizzle, this recipe combines savory flavors and satisfying textures for an irresistible treat perfect for any meal.

Ingredients

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Potatoes

  • 1 lb (450g) baby potatoes
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • Salt & black pepper, to taste

Topping

  • 1/2 cup crumbled feta cheese

Garlic Butter Drizzle

  • 2 tbsp unsalted butter
  • 2 garlic cloves, minced
  • 1 tsp fresh thyme leaves (or 1/2 tsp dried)

Garnish (Optional)

  • Chopped parsley

Instructions

  1. Boil potatoes: Place the baby potatoes in a pot of salted water and bring to a boil. Cook for 15–20 minutes, or until they are fork-tender. Drain the potatoes and let them cool slightly for easier handling.
  2. Preheat oven: While the potatoes cool, preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper to prevent sticking and for easy cleanup.
  3. Smash potatoes: Using the bottom of a glass or a spatula, gently press each potato to flatten it slightly. Arrange the smashed potatoes evenly on the prepared baking sheet.
  4. Season & bake: Drizzle the olive oil generously over the potatoes, then sprinkle with salt and black pepper to taste. Bake in the preheated oven for 20–25 minutes, or until the potatoes develop a golden and crispy crust around the edges.
  5. Add feta: Remove the baking sheet from the oven and evenly sprinkle the crumbled feta cheese over the crispy potatoes. Return to the oven and bake for an additional 3–5 minutes, just until the feta begins to melt slightly.
  6. Make garlic butter drizzle: While the potatoes finish baking, melt the unsalted butter in a small skillet over medium heat. Add the minced garlic and thyme leaves, cooking for 1–2 minutes until fragrant and the garlic is softened but not browned.
  7. Finish & serve: Remove the potatoes from the oven and drizzle the warm garlic butter evenly over them. Garnish with chopped parsley if using, and serve immediately while hot and crispy.

Notes

  • Baby potatoes can be replaced with small Yukon Gold or red potatoes for similar results.
  • Be careful not to overcook the garlic in the butter drizzle to avoid a bitter taste.
  • Leftovers can be refrigerated and reheated in the oven to maintain crispiness.
  • For a vegetarian variation, ensure the feta cheese is made with vegetarian rennet.
  • Adding a squeeze of fresh lemon juice to the garlic butter drizzle can brighten the flavors.

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Keywords: smashed potatoes, crispy potatoes, feta cheese, garlic butter, side dish, vegetarian, Mediterranean recipe, easy potato recipe

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