Giada's Fried Smashed Potatoes

I bought redskins to make alongside salmon and asparagas for dinner and that afternoon watching the Food Network, Giada made these potatoes and I decided to make them for dinner that night. They were excellent and Patrick and I both loved them. Here is the link to Giada's recipe. There's also a video, which may help. http://www.foodnetwork.com/recipes/giada-de-laurentiis/fried-smashed-potatoes-with-lemons-recipe/index.html

2 pounds baby redskins or fingerling potatoes (here I used baby redskins)

2 tablespoons olive oil (plus more if needed)

3 cloves garlic, peeled and cracked

Dressing:

2 tsp. olive oil

3 Tbsp. fresh lemon juice

2 Tbsp. chopped fresh italian parsely

1 Tbsp. chopped fresh thyme (I used dill because it was what I had)

2 lemons, zested

Kosher salt and fresh ground pepper

1. Put potatoes in a stockpot and cover with cold water. Bring to a boil and cook until fork tender, about 20 minutes. Drain the potatoes and let sit for about 5 minutes. Using the palm of your hand, gently press to lightly "smash" the potatoes. Try not to let them fall apart, but if some do it's ok. 

2. In a large non-stick skillet, heat 2 Tbsp. oil. Add the garlic cloves and cook until fragrant, about 1 minute. Remove the garlic cloves and discard. Add the potatoes and cook without turning until brown, about 5 minutes. Turn and brown the other side.

3. To make the dressing, combine all dressing ingredients in a small bowl and combine.

4. Serve potatoes with dressing spooned over the top.  

Serves 4.