Name: Crispy Smashed Potatoes with Whipped Feta and Hot Honey Drizzle
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 45 min
Total time: 1 h
Yield: 4
Cuisine: American
Ingredients: 2 pounds baby potatoes (red or yellow); 1/4 cup olive oil; 1 teaspoon kosher salt, plus more for boiling; 1/2 teaspoon black pepper; 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder; 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika; 8 ounces feta cheese, at room temperature; 1/4 cup Greek yogurt; 2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil; 1 tablespoon lemon juice; 1 clove garlic, minced; 1/4 cup honey; 1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes (adjust to taste); Fresh parsley or dill, chopped (for garnish)

Description

These crispy smashed potatoes are the perfect combination of crunchy and creamy, topped with a tangy whipped feta and a sweet-spicy hot honey drizzle. A show-stopping side dish or appetizer that’s easy to make and always a crowd-pleaser.

Ingredients

2 pounds baby potatoes (red or yellow)
1/4 cup olive oil
1 teaspoon kosher salt, plus more for boiling
1/2 teaspoon black pepper
1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
8 ounces feta cheese, at room temperature
1/4 cup Greek yogurt
2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
1 tablespoon lemon juice
1 clove garlic, minced
1/4 cup honey
1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes (adjust to taste)
Fresh parsley or dill, chopped (for garnish)

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Instructions

Preheat oven to 450°F (230°C). Line a large baking sheet with parchment paper.
In a large pot, cover potatoes with cold water and add a generous pinch of salt. Bring to a boil and cook until fork-tender, about 15-20 minutes. Drain and let cool slightly.
Place potatoes on the prepared baking sheet, spacing them apart. Using the bottom of a glass or a potato masher, gently smash each potato to about 1/2-inch thickness.
Drizzle potatoes with olive oil and sprinkle with kosher salt, black pepper, garlic powder, and smoked paprika. Toss to coat, then spread in a single layer.
Roast in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, flipping halfway, until golden brown and crispy.
While potatoes roast, make the whipped feta: In a food processor, combine feta, Greek yogurt, extra-virgin olive oil, lemon juice, and minced garlic. Process until smooth and creamy, scraping down sides as needed. Season with a pinch of black pepper.
Make the hot honey: In a small saucepan over low heat, warm honey and red pepper flakes for 2-3 minutes until fragrant. Remove from heat.
To serve, spread whipped feta on a platter. Arrange crispy potatoes on top. Drizzle with hot honey and garnish with fresh parsley or dill.

Notes

You can customize the seasonings to taste. For extra heat, add more red pepper flakes to the honey. The whipped feta can be made up to 3 days ahead and refrigerated.

Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 45 minutes
Method: Side Dish
Cuisine: American