To prepare a delicious side of baked potatoes, we start by selecting the best new potatoes, which will bring a fresh taste and wonderful texture. If you prefer, you can leave them with the skin on, as this adds extra flavor and nutrients. If you want the dish to be finer, peel them carefully before boiling. So, wash the potatoes well under a stream of cold water to remove any impurities.
Once they are clean or washed, place the potatoes in a pot with cold water and add a teaspoon of salt. Boil them over medium heat until they become slightly soft, but not fully cooked. This process will take about 15-20 minutes, depending on the size of the potatoes. Test them with a fork; they should be tender enough to be crushed but not fall apart.
After boiling, remove them from the water and let them cool slightly. Preheat the oven to 200 degrees Celsius and prepare a baking tray by greasing it with a little oil. Arrange the potatoes on the prepared tray, making sure to leave enough space between them to allow for even baking. Using a fork or a potato masher, crush each potato, being careful not to completely smash them.
Once crushed, brush them with melted butter using a kitchen brush to achieve a golden and crispy crust. Sprinkle salt and pepper over them to taste, followed by herbs such as rosemary and thyme. These spices will add an unmistakable aroma and flavor, turning the potatoes into a true delicacy.
Place the tray in the preheated oven and bake the potatoes for 20-25 minutes. In the end, check if they have become golden and crispy. Remove them from the oven and let them cool slightly before serving. These baked potatoes can be the perfect side for any main dish, but they are also delicious on their own, enjoyed alongside a yogurt sauce or a fresh salad. Enjoy every bite!
Once they are clean or washed, place the potatoes in a pot with cold water and add a teaspoon of salt. Boil them over medium heat until they become slightly soft, but not fully cooked. This process will take about 15-20 minutes, depending on the size of the potatoes. Test them with a fork; they should be tender enough to be crushed but not fall apart.
After boiling, remove them from the water and let them cool slightly. Preheat the oven to 200 degrees Celsius and prepare a baking tray by greasing it with a little oil. Arrange the potatoes on the prepared tray, making sure to leave enough space between them to allow for even baking. Using a fork or a potato masher, crush each potato, being careful not to completely smash them.
Once crushed, brush them with melted butter using a kitchen brush to achieve a golden and crispy crust. Sprinkle salt and pepper over them to taste, followed by herbs such as rosemary and thyme. These spices will add an unmistakable aroma and flavor, turning the potatoes into a true delicacy.
Place the tray in the preheated oven and bake the potatoes for 20-25 minutes. In the end, check if they have become golden and crispy. Remove them from the oven and let them cool slightly before serving. These baked potatoes can be the perfect side for any main dish, but they are also delicious on their own, enjoyed alongside a yogurt sauce or a fresh salad. Enjoy every bite!
Ingredients
buttered potatoes salt, pepper