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Cuban Crushed Potatoes

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These potatoes are so easy to make, a really great addition to any meal. I think it brings the meal up a notch...just because they are so delicious and yet different. They are perfect for an appetizer as well. The regular recipe just calls for simple ingredients...potatoes,oil,salt,pepper, and a sprinkle of parsley. I chose to bring in more flavor by adding some garlic and chives. I also sprinkled some Parmesan and a bit of pepper jack cheese. I noticed that the melted cheese holds the crushed potatoes together and is easier to lift up without having pieces of potatoes fall all over. You can add some cilantro, parsley, thyme, oregano...or any other herbs you have and like. If you want to make them spicy, toss in some pepper flakes. But, I think you will enjoy these.

"awesome flavor and easy. I cooked my potatoes in the microwave then finished under the broiler. I assumed you spread the oil/garlic/herb mixture over the potatoes after you cooked and squashed them and then covered with cheese. It did not state in the recipe exactly what to do with the oil/herb mixture that was "set aside"" - purrrfectplus

Yield: 4 Ready in 30 minutes

Cuisine: CubanMain Ingredient: potatoes

(4.5, 33) 94% would make again (reviews)

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Cuban Crushed Potatoes
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Servings          
Original recipe makes 4
4 new potatoes
1 tbspolive oil
1 clovegarlic; crushed
1 tbspchives; chopped
1 Salt; to taste
pepper; to taste
2 tbspcheese; grated, I used Pepper Jack
1 tbspParmesan
Herbs of choice; optional

Cuban Crushed Potatoes Preparation

Wash potatoes well and place in salted water.Bring to boil and cook till fork tender (15-20 minutes).

Mix oil with crushed garlic clove....and any herbs you like. Set aside.Line a baking sheet with parchment. Place the potatoes on the parchment. Using a potato crusher, crush the potatoes carefully. You may also use a paper towel and press the potatoes with your palm. Just be gentle.Sprinkle some salt and pepper. Drizzle the garlic oil herb mixtrure over the potatoes. Add some Parmesan/Pepper Jack cheese and chives.Broil for 7-10 minutes or until nice and crispy.Sprinkle with additional chives. Sometimes, I bake the potatoes with the Parmesan cheese for 10-15 minutes, add the Pepper Jack cheese at the last moment, and then broil until golden brown.

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  • Some with just Parmesan cheese...others with Pepper Jack Cheese. photo by ellie36 ellie36

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  • Calories Per Serving: 235
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    Cuban Crushed Potatoes Reviews

    Give it a rating Would you make it again?   [please sign in to add your comment]
    Is good thank you
    3 weeks, 6 days, 16 hours, 24 minutes ago
    Lovely flavorful potatoes. Thanks for posting.
    1 months, 5 days, 16 hours, 21 minutes ago
    loved it!!
    2 months, 5 days, 12 hours, 13 minutes ago
    Came across these tonight, cannot wait to try them...i will probably use 2-3 garlic, just for an added layer of garlic flavor. Looks like a great recipe
    2 months, 2 weeks, 1 days, 7 hours, 30 minutes ago
    This was good, little time consuming
    2 months, 2 weeks, 2 days, 10 hours, 7 minutes ago
    2 months, 2 weeks, 2 days, 11 hours, 54 minutes ago
    2 months, 3 weeks, 4 days, 12 hours, 24 minutes ago
    okay but dry
    3 months, 9 hours, 40 minutes ago
    Served these potatoes with baby back ribs tonight. They were a hit with both Picky Wife AND her mom! I used Parmesan and sharp cheddar. Great cheese flavor without very much cheese. Definitely will make these again!
    3 months, 1 weeks, 4 days, 9 hours, 3 minutes ago
    3 months, 2 weeks, 5 days, 14 hours, 38 minutes ago
    Nice, simple recipe that you can tailor to suit your taste with your selection of herbs. My daughter and I enjoyed it with our pot roast dinner.
    4 months, 1 weeks, 11 hours, 44 minutes ago
    Didn't come out right..
    4 months, 3 weeks, 10 hours, 18 minutes ago
    4 months, 3 weeks, 2 days, 20 hours, 31 minutes ago
    6 months, 3 weeks, 8 hours, 49 minutes ago
    Easy and delish!!! They were great with our bbq ribs. Nummmm!!!!!!!
    6 months, 3 weeks, 3 days, 15 hours, 31 minutes ago
    7 months, 3 weeks, 2 days, 9 hours, 29 minutes ago
    Super yummy and easy!
    7 months, 4 weeks, 1 days, 9 hours, 56 minutes ago
    Tasted great but I will have to be more careful next time as mine turned out a bit messy
    1 years, 3 weeks, 2 days, 12 hours, 40 minutes ago
    pretty tastey, but I love potatoes and cheese! you really cannot go wrong!
    1 years, 5 months, 2 weeks, 1 days, 18 hours, 18 minutes ago
    I loved the garlic oil poured over them, and the crunchy edges of the cheese.. Easy to make, and super tasty! Thanks!
    1 years, 7 months, 1 days, 10 hours, 7 minutes ago

    Tags

    1. Potatoes
    2. side dish
    3. appetizer
    4. Garlic
    5. Cheese
    6. Chives

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