Day 19 is dedicated to one undeniable Christmas truth: potatoes are never the wrong choice.
These Crispy Smashed Potatoes with Garlic Butter are crunchy on the outside, fluffy on the inside, and unapologetically comforting. They’re perfect as a side dish, a snack, or a “this is dinner” moment when you can’t be bothered with anything else.
Best of all, this recipe works brilliantly for one—but scales up effortlessly when people appear at your house expecting food. (Which they will. It’s December.)🎄
⭐ Why These Potatoes Deserve Their Own Day
- Maximum crunch, minimal effort
- Cheap, comforting, and festive
- Perfect solo meal or shareable side
- Easy to customise
- Crispy enough to make people emotional
🥔 Ingredients (Serves 4)
- 500g baby potatoes
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 2 cloves garlic, crushed
- Salt & pepper
- Optional: rosemary, parmesan, or sour cream for serving
🔥 How to Make Them
- Boil potatoes in salted water until tender (15–20 minutes). Drain and steam-dry.
- Preheat oven to 220°C.
- Place potatoes on a lined tray and gently smash with a fork or glass.
- Mix olive oil and garlic; drizzle generously over potatoes.
- Season well and bake 25–30 minutes until golden and crispy.
- Sprinkle with herbs or parmesan if using.
For one: Use 2–3 potatoes and bake on a small tray.
For a crowd: Double quantities and rotate trays halfway through cooking.
💬 Christmas Card Message to Write to Your Single Friends
“May your Christmas be crispy on the outside, soft on the inside, and full of comfort. You deserve joy in every golden bite.”
🎁 Bonus Tip
Serve with a little sour cream mixed with lemon zest and chives—it’s elite.
