Description
Crispy Brown Butter Sage Smashed Potatoes combine tender baby potatoes with a rustic smashed texture, cooked to golden crispiness in nutty browned butter infused with fresh sage. This side dish delivers irresistible crunch with rich, aromatic flavors that elevate every meal, perfect for weeknight dinners or special occasions.
Ingredients
Scale
Potatoes
- 1.5 lbs baby potatoes (new potatoes or fingerlings)
Brown Butter Sage Sauce
- 4 tbsp unsalted butter
- 8–10 fresh sage leaves
For Crisping
- 2 tbsp olive oil
Seasoning
- Salt, to taste
- Black pepper, to taste
Optional
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- Grated Parmesan or sharp cheddar cheese for topping
- Crushed red pepper flakes or cayenne for spice
- Fresh lemon zest for brightness
Instructions
- Boil the Potatoes: Wash the baby potatoes thoroughly. Place them in a large pot of salted water and boil until tender when pierced with a fork, about 15-20 minutes.
- Preheat and Prepare Baking Sheet: While potatoes cook, preheat oven to 425°F (220°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or lightly grease with olive oil to prevent sticking.
- Smash the Potatoes: Drain cooked potatoes and place on the prepared baking sheet. Using the bottom of a glass, potato masher, or your palm, gently press down each potato to about ½-inch thickness, keeping them intact.
- Make Brown Butter Sage Sauce: In a skillet over medium heat, melt the unsalted butter and cook until it turns golden brown with a nutty aroma. Add fresh sage leaves (and optional garlic if using) and cook briefly until fragrant, then remove from heat.
- Brush Potatoes and Roast: Generously brush smashed potatoes with olive oil. Spoon the brown butter sage mixture over them. Season with salt and pepper. Roast in the oven for 20-25 minutes, flipping halfway through, until edges are crisp and golden.
- Serve Warm: Remove potatoes from oven and let cool slightly before serving. Enjoy the crunchy texture paired with aromatic browned butter and sage.
Notes
- Choose small baby or new potatoes for best texture and crispiness.
- Flatten potatoes just enough to increase surface area without breaking apart.
- Watch the butter closely while browning to avoid burning.
- Use fresh sage leaves for vibrant flavor rather than dried.
- Flip potatoes halfway through roasting to ensure even crispiness.
- Season generously with salt and pepper to enhance flavors.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Appetizers
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/4 recipe
- Calories: 230
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 220mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 26g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 35mg
Keywords: brown butter smashed potatoes, crispy potatoes, sage potatoes, side dish, roasted potatoes, gluten free, easy recipe
