Crispy Smashed Garlic and Herb Potatoes

INGREDIENTS

2 lb

baby potatoes (SEE NOTE BELOW)

Sea salt for the boiling water

5 tbsp

butter (unsalted or salted)

3 tbsp

duck fat (optional SEE NOTE BELOW)

garlic cloves, chopped or minced

1 tbsp

fresh thyme, roughly chopped

1 tsp

fresh rosemary, chopped

1 tsp

fresh sage, chopped (optional)

Fresh parmigiano reggiano cheese for topping

Kosher salt and black pepper,

Non-stick spray