Garlicky Smashed Potatoes

1. 1

   Rinse the potatoes off and cut off any brown spots. Place in in a large microwave safe bowl and add water to cover. Add garlic cloves and salt. Cover with microwave safe plastic wrap.

2. 2

   Microwave on high for 10 minutes or until potatoes are softened and can be poked through with a knife.

3. 3

   Drain potatoes and place on cutting board. Melt butter and olive oil in a large frying pan.

4. 4

   Using the heel of your hand, gently crush potatoes until the skin breaks and they are partially flattened.

5. 5

   Add crushed potatoes to melted butter and fry until golden and crispy. Turn over. Check the bottom of the potato, and when almost done, insert a small piece of fontina cheese into the potato opening of the side already crisped.

6. 6

   Put a lid on the pan for 5 minutes or until cheese has melted. Remove potatoes from pan and sprinkle with fresh parsley.

7. 7

   In this picture, I used parmesan cheese, which melted very quickly into the potatoes. I wanted a more substantial cheese that wouldn't immediately melt.

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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