Smashed Potatoes

INGREDIENTS

• 2 lbs of small potatoes - cleaned (about 1 ½” - 2” in diameter)
• 4 Tbsp Garlic Olive Oil
• 1 tsp chopped fresh thyme
• 1 Tbsp chopped fresh parsley
• Kosher salt and pepper

INSTRUCTIONS

• Heat oven to 475 degrees
• Prick potato skin with a fork in multiple spots
• On a glass microwave-safe plate, evenly place potatoes and cover with a paper towel
• Microwave on high for about 6-8 minutes until fork tender and soft.
• Toss cooked potatoes in a bowl with 3 Tbsp of the garlic olive oil, thyme, salt and pepper. 
• Evenly spread the potatoes on a sheet pan.
• Using the bottom of a heavy, flat, glass, evenly apply pressure to the top of the potato until it “smashes” to about ½” thickness.
• Drizzle with a final bit of Garlic Oil and salt and pepper 
• Roast potatoes on the top rack for 10 minutes. Transfer potatoes to the bottom rack and continue to roast until well browned, about 10 minutes longer. 
• Serve immediately