Thanksgiving recipes: Susan’s smashed potatoes

GMAZ on-air talent are sharing our favorite Thanksgiving side dishes each day to get you inspired for your feast. Susan shows how to make smashed potatoes.
Published: Nov. 17, 2025 at 10:08 AM MST

PHOENIX (AZFamily) — We’re back in the kitchen this week during Good Morning Arizona.

This time, GMAZ on-air talent are sharing our favorite Thanksgiving side dishes each day to get you inspired for your feast.

First up is On Your Side reporter Susan Campbell’s smashed potatoes!

Ingredients:

  • Mini Potatoes
  • ¼ Cup Parmesan
  • 3 Garlic Cloves
  • 2 TBSP Butter
  • ½ TBSP Thyme
  • Lemon Wedge
  • Olive Oil
  • Salt and Pepper, to taste

Directions:

  1. Boil mini potatoes until soft, about 15 minutes. Remove from water and let cool.
  2. Spread potatoes on baking sheet and coat with olive oil.
  3. Using the bottom of a glass, “smash” potatoes.
  4. Melt butter and mix with chopped garlic, thyme and lemon juice. Drizzle butter mixture over potatoes.
  5. Top with grated parmesan cheese, salt and pepper.
  6. Bake at 425F for 15-20 minutes until golden brown and desired crispiness.

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