Smooshed Potatoes (aka Crashed Potatoes)
Cheesy, bacony, garlicy goodness poured over a creamy potato makes the most delectable and simple side dish
Ingredients
- 5 medium Golden Yukon Potatoes
- 3 tbsp Butter
- 1 clove garlic minced
- ½ tsp salt
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 3 slices bacon fried and crumbled
- ¾ cup shredded colby jack cheese
Instructions
- In a large pot cover whole potatoes with water and bring to a boil until tender (about 10 to 15 minutes).
- Meanwhile in a small pot melt butter, garlic, olive oil, and salt over medium low heat until garlic is soft and fragrant
- Transfer to a cast iron skillet and with a potato masher or heavy pan, smoosh the potatoes slightly. Make sure to not go all the way through to the bottom. Potato should stay together
- Pour butter mixture over potatoes evenly
- Top each potato with bacon crumbles and cheese. Bake at 400° for 15 minutes until cheese is melty and sides are a little crispy.
- Serve warm. Top with sour cream if desired