How to Make Awesome Smashed Red Potatoes - A Step-by-Step Guide

Welcome to the ultimate side dish recipe for any occasion - the Awesome Smashed Red Potatoes! This dish is the perfect blend of crispy, creamy, and flavorful, making it a crowd-pleaser at any gathering. Whether you’re hosting a dinner party, a holiday feast, or simply looking to elevate your weeknight dinner, these smashed red potatoes are guaranteed to steal the show.

What makes these potatoes so special is the perfect balance of textures and flavors. The exterior is beautifully gold...

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Ingredients

  • 4 large red potatoes, cut into 8 wedges
  • ¾ cup sliced processed cheese food (such as Velveeta®)
  • ⅔ cup crushed French-fried onions (such as French's®)
  • ⅓ cup bacon bits (such as Hormel®)
  • 2 tablespoons milk, or as needed

Information

  • Prep Time: 15 mins
  • Cook Time: 20 mins
  • Total Time: 35 mins
  • Servings: 4
  • Yield: 4 servings

  • Place potatoes into a pot and cover with water; bring to a boil. Reduce heat to medium-low and simmer until tender, about 20 minutes; drain.
  • Mix processed cheese, French-fried onions, bacon bits into potatoes and smash together using a potato masher. Stir milk into potatoes, increasing amount until desired consistency is reached.
  • Nutrition

    645 cal.

    • Total Fat: 30g
    • Saturated Fat: 11g
    • Cholesterol: 34mg
    • Sodium: 1057mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 78g
    • Dietary Fiber: 6g
    • Total Sugars: 7g
    • Protein: 17g
    • Vitamin C: 32mg
    • Calcium: 234mg
    • Iron: 3mg
    • Potassium: 1787mg