Herbed Potatoes (Batatas con Louro - Portugal)

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Herbed Potatoes (Batatas con Louro - Portugal)

(add some red pepper flakes for heat)

1 1/2 pounds new potatoes

6 bay leaves

2 tablespoons olive oil or vegetable oil

2 tablespoons butter or margarine

1/2 teaspoon salt

Dash of pepper

 

Pare a narrow strip around center of each potato.

Heat 1 inch salted water to boiling. Add potatoes and

bay leaves.. Heat to boiling; reduce heat. Cover and cook

until potatoes are tender, 20 to 25 minutes; drain.

Heat oil and butter in skillet until butter is melted and bubbly.

Add potatoes and bay leaves; stir to coat with oil mixture. Sprinkle

with salt and pepper. Cook uncovered over medium heat, turning

potatoes frequently, until golden brown, 10 to 12 minutes.

 

Remove bay leaves.

Yields 4 servings.