Garlic and Olive Oil Smashed Yukon Gold Potatoes

 

Garlic and Olive Oil Smashed Yukon Gold Potatoes

• 2 pounds medium-size unpeeled Yukon Gold potatoes, each cut into wedges
• 6 tablespoons olive oil, divided
• 5 large garlic cloves, peeled, halved
• 1 teaspoon chopped fresh thyme

Steam potato wedges until very tender, about 15 minutes.  Meanwhile, heat 5 tablespoons oil in large skillet over low heat. Add garlic; sauté until golden, about 6 minutes.  Add potatoes and thyme to skillet. Mash coarsely. Season with salt and pepper. Transfer to bowl, drizzle with remaining 1 tablespoon oil, and serve.

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