Crispy Smashed Sage Potatoes (Print Version)

# Ingredients:

→ For the Potatoes

01 - 1 lb baby potatoes (white or red)
02 - 2 tbsp avocado oil
03 - kosher salt and pepper

→ For the Brown Butter Sage

04 - 3 tbsps butter (unsalted)
05 - 1 cup sage leaves
06 - flaky salt (optional)

# Instructions:

01 - Preheat the oven to 425°F.
02 - Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add the potatoes and cook until fork tender, about 12 to 15 minutes.
03 - Drain the potatoes and let them cool slightly. Transfer to a large baking sheet lined with parchment paper. Use the bottom of a glass jar or cup to press down on the potatoes to smash them into flat patties.
04 - Drizzle with avocado oil and season well with salt and pepper. Transfer to the oven and bake for 35-40 minutes, until deeply browned and crispy.
05 - Heat up a small saucepan over medium heat. Add the butter and let it melt, stirring constantly with a silicone whisk or spatula until bubbling and browned. During the last minute, add the sage leaves and let them fry in the butter. Set aside.
06 - Transfer the potatoes to a platter and drizzle with the sage leaves and brown butter. Season with flaky salt if needed.

# Notes:

01 - Watch the butter carefully while browning - it can burn quickly
02 - Make sure potatoes are completely tender before smashing
03 - You can boil the potatoes ahead of time