Instructions

1. Scrub the potatoes clean. Cut off any parts where the potato has begun to sprout.
2. Place the potatoes in a pot and fill with water until just covered.
3. Add 1 tablespoon of salt.
4. Bring the mixture to a boil over medium-high heat and cook until the potatoes are soft (about 20 minutes).
5. While the potatoes cook, preheat the oven to 180 degrees celsius and drizzle or brush 1 tablespoon of the olive oil over a large baking sheet.
6. When the potatoes are cooked, drain them in a large colander.
7. Flatten the cooked potatoes using the back of a fork or a potato masher and arrange in a single layer on the lined baking tray. The thinner they are, the crispier they’ll be.
8. Drizzle the remaining 3 tablespoons of olive oil over the smashed potatoes. Sprinkle with salt and pepper.
9. Bake for 20-25 minutes or until golden brown.
10. Serve on its own as a snack or side or with your favourite sauce.

Tips

1. If you are short on time, grill the potatoes for 10 minutes on one side and then 10 on the other. This recipe works well with any potato variety. Try out other flavour combinations. Swap the olive oil for butter and crushed garlic, bake for 10 minutes then sprinkle with parmesan and bake for another 10 minutes.