Boiled Baked Potatoes

Boiled Baked Potatoes

Sometimes I get tired of plain baked potatoes and I can't figure out why anyone would like plain boiled potatoes. These are simple and turn regular baked potatoes into a side dish with some wow. 

BOILED BAKED POTATOES

2 # small red or gold potatoes

Olive oil

Coarse Salt

Freshly Ground Coarse Pepper

Rosemary or other herbs of your choice

Boil potatoes in a large pan until fork tender. Let them cool. (This can be done a day in advance if necessary.) Put the boiled whole potatoes on a rimmed sheet pan. Using a heavy glass or a potato masher, flatten the boiled potato without completely mashing them. I used a glass and twist a little bit to open the potatoes up a little so the edges will brown. Drizzle the smashed potatoes generously with olive oil, sprinkle with seasonings. Bake for about 30 minutes at 350º until the broken edges of the potatoes are golden brown. 

I serve these with grilled steaks and fresh green beans or asparagus. I think they would also be very good as the basis for potato salad.