Bada Bing Bada Banged Potatoes

These potatoes are easy to prepare and are a great crowd pleaser. The herbs and cheese really bump up the flavor. You can prep them ahead then finish them on the grill or oven. The name of the dish makes people laugh--until they taste them. Then all you'll here is ooo's and aaah's.

• Preparation Time: 10 mins
• Cooking Time: 50 mins
• Total Time: 60 mins
• Calories: 207 Calories

Ingredients

• 1 teaspoon salt
• ¼ cup melted butter
• ½ teaspoon garlic powder
• ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
• 1 tablespoon dried basil
• 1 tablespoon dried oregano
• ¾ cup olive oil
• 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
• 1 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
• 3 tablespoons minced fresh parsley
• ½ teaspoon black pepper
• ½ teaspoon dried thyme leaves
• 5 pounds small new potatoes
• ½ teaspoon dried rosemary, crumbled

Recipe Instructions

Step 1

Preheat an oven to 400 degrees F (200 degrees C).

Step 2

Place the potatoes in a large saucepan of water. Cover; bring to a boil over high heat. Reduce heat; gently cook potatoes until tender but still firm, about 20 minutes. Drain.

Step 3

Place potatoes on a greased, rimmed baking sheet. Smash the warm potatoes with the heel of your hand or a small pan to flatten slightly and break the skin.

Step 4

Mix together the olive oil, butter, 1 cup Parmesan cheese, basil, oregano, thyme, rosemary, garlic powder, red pepper flakes, salt, and pepper in a large bowl; add the potatoes and toss well. Return coated potatoes to baking sheet, leaving 1/2 inch space between each potato.

Step 5

Roast potatoes in the preheated oven until lightly browned and slightly crispy; about 30 minutes. Place hot potatoes on a large platter; sprinkle with parsley and the remaining 1/2 cup Parmesan cheese.