Food & Cooking Recipes Healthy Recipes Gluten-Free Recipes Smashed Red Potatoes 2.8 (49) 1 Review By Martha Stewart Test Kitchen Martha Stewart Test Kitchen The recipes developed by our test kitchen team have undergone a rigorous process of development and testing, ensuring that every element is optimal, from ingredient amounts to method and cooking time. This process includes triple-testing recipes to ensure they meet our high standards. The many stellar cooks and food editors who have been part of our team include Sarah Carey, Lucinda Scala Quinn, Jennifer Aaronson, Shira Bocar, Anna Kovel, Greg Lofts, Riley Wofford, Lauren Tyrell, and Lindsay Leopold. Editorial Guidelines Updated on January 20, 2021 Print Rate It Share Share Tweet Pin Email Photo: BEATRIZ DA COSTA These easy smashed red potatoes make weeknight meals a little more special. Ingredients 1 pound small red potatoes 1 tablespoon salt, plus more to taste 2 tablespoons butter ¼ cup milk Freshly ground pepper 2 tablespoons fresh flat-leaf parsley, roughly chopped Directions Cut potatoes in half, and place in a 3-quart saucepan. Fill pan with cold water to cover potatoes by about 1 inch. When water begins to boil, add 1 tablespoon salt, and reduce heat to medium low. Cook until fork-tender, about 20 minutes. Drain potatoes. Return potatoes to the hot saucepan, add butter, milk, and salt and pepper to taste. Lightly smash potatoes, keeping some pieces intact. Mix in parsley, adjust seasoning, and serve. Cook's Notes If you make the potatoes ahead of time, keep them warm by setting the pan over a double boiler or other pot of simmering water. Rate it Print