BOILED PARSLEYED POTATOES

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Potatoes are boiled for all sorts of reasons: to make mashed potatoes, or to slice or quarter for salads. But they are also delicious as is, as demonstrated by this simple side dish. The best potatoes for boil-and-serve are waxy types such as red potatoes or fingerlings; they will hold their shape better than starchy russets.

Yield Serves 4

Number Of Ingredients 4

2 pounds small waxy potatoes, such as red creamer, red bliss, or fingerlings; halved if large
Coarse salt and freshly ground pepper
2 tablespoons unsalted butter
2 tablespoons coarsely chopped fresh flat-leaf parsley

Steps:

  • Boil Place potatoes in a large saucepan and cover with cold water by 1 inch. Add 1 tablespoon salt and bring to a boil over high heat, then reduce heat to a simmer. Cook until the tip of a paring knife inserted into center of potatoes meets only slight resistance, 15 to 20 minutes.
  • Drain and toss Drain potatoes in a colander and return to warm saucepan. Toss with butter and parsley, and season with pepper.
  • Serve Transfer to a serving dish and serve immediately.

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