My Yukon Gold smashed potatoes with cheese are an easy potato side dish that pairs well with any main dish or protein. The yellow potatoes are boiled until tender, smashed flat, and baked with cheese for crispy smashed potatoes that melt in your mouth. With only 4 ingredients, they are even easier than most mashed potato recipes!
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Instructions
Cover the 4 medium Yukon Gold potatoes in a large pot with just enough water to cover all of the potatoes, add salt, and bring to a boil. Boil your Yukon Gold potatoes until tender when forked (about 15 minutes), then remove from heat and drain the water.
Preheat your oven to 450°F. Coat your baking sheet with olive oil (about 2 Tbsps) or line with parchment paper, then place your potatoes on the baking sheet. Using a masher, press down on each potato to flatten them out without breaking them apart. I usually mash once, then turn the masher 90 degrees to mash in an opposite direction.
Once flattened, season the potatoes with salt, pepper, and turmeric, and then top your Yukon Gold potatoes with grated ½ cup Gruyere Swiss cheese and crumbled 4 slices bacon. Bake at 450°F for 30-45 minutes (depending on the size of your potatoes).
Your potatoes are ready to serve once you can see golden crispy edges. Garnish with optional sour cream and green onions, if desired.