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Grown Up Tater Tots

Grown Up Tater Tots are perfectly smashed potatoes, covered in olive oil, and baked until tender and crispy, topped with salt and fresh parsley.
Prep Time10 minutes
Cook Time35 minutes
Cooling Time10 minutes
Total Time55 minutes
Course: Appetizer, Side Dish
Cuisine: American
Keyword: Easy Potato Recipes, Potato Recipes
Servings: 6 servings
Author: Deliciously Seasoned

Ingredients

Instructions

  • Preheat the oven to 350°F. Thoroughly scrub the potatoes and arrange them on a parchment-lined baking sheet. Bake for 20 minutes or until they are tender enough to pierce with a fork, but not browned. Let the potatoes rest for 10 minutes or until they are cool enough to handle.
  • Turn the oven up to 450°F. Using the bottom of a plate, a sturdy rocks glass, or measuring cup, smash the potatoes with firm, downward pressure. Squish each potato to about ¾-inch thick. They will crack and split, but they should, for the most part, stay in one piece.
  • Brush or drizzle generously with olive oil, sprinkle with minced garlic, and place back in the oven. Bake until crispy and golden brown, about 15 minutes.
  • Sprinkle with salt, pepper, and parsley, and try not to eat the whole pan by yourself.