Smashed Potatoes Sage (Print-Friendly Version)
Crisp and golden potatoes smashed, finished with butter browned to perfection and fried sage for an irresistible side.
# Ingredients:
→ Potatoes Prep
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1 pound small red or white potatoes
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2 tablespoons avocado oil
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Salt and pepper (kosher works great)
→ For Sage Butter
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3 tablespoons unsalted butter
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1 cup fresh sage leaves
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Optional: flaky salt
# Steps:
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Set your oven to 425°F and allow it to warm up.
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In a big pot of water that's been salted, bring it to a boil. Toss in the potatoes and let them cook for around 12-15 minutes, or until they're soft when poked with a fork.
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Once drained, let the potatoes sit a bit till they're cooler to handle. Spread them on a parchment-lined baking pan. Take a sturdy glass or cup and press each potato down till it's flattened.
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Pour the avocado oil over them, sprinkle some salt and pepper, and pop them in the oven. Bake for 35-40 minutes until they're super crispy and golden brown.
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On medium heat, grab a small saucepan and melt your butter, stirring all the time. Let it bubble and turn golden. Toss in the sage leaves for the final minute to crisp them up. Set aside.
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Move the potatoes to your serving dish. Drizzle them with the buttery sage goodness and sprinkle with flaky salt if you like.
# Notes:
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Keep an eye on the butter, it can go from browned to burnt fast.
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Double-check that the potatoes are soft enough before smashing.
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You can prep the potatoes by boiling them earlier.