Hey Reader--

There are a hundred ways to cook a potato, but my absolute favorite way to enjoy them is to make crispy smashed potatoes. I like this method more than classic roasted potatoes, mashed potatoes, scalloped potatoes, baked potatoes, and, yes, even French fries.

The textural contrast is nothing short of addictive, and they're shockingly easy to make.

In my recipe, potatoes get par-boiled, smashed, then roasted until they become perfectly crispy on the outside but creamy and buttery on the inside.

They're delicious as is, but even better when served with a tangy ginger-tahini dressing, fresh herbs, thinly sliced chili peppers, and roasted peanuts. It's the perfect textural package of crisp, creamy, crunchy, and melt-in-your-mouth tender.

Give 'em a try and let me know what you think!

🥔🍠 More Potato Recipes to warm up your week

Even though I think crispy smashed potatoes are peak potato goodness, I have several more go-to potato recipes that are perfect for blustery weather (both regular and sweet potato!).

• ​Recipe 1​
• ​Recipe 2​
• ​Recipe 3​
• ​Recipe 4​

The only challenge for you will be deciding which one to make first!

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Thanks for the lovely comment and photos, Jen! 💜

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⭐️ Recipe Review of the week

Nothing makes me happier than seeing that you guys loved a recipe!

"These are great! I love how the science of the ingredients, the temperature and all the instructions makes excellent muffins! Will for sure make those again. I can’t wait for my daughter to wake up so she can have some in the morning! I feel like they are not going to last long!"

- Gen, on Vegan Chocolate Chip Muffins​

Hope you're having a wonderful weekend so far!

xo,
​Nisha @rainbowplantlife​

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