3poundssmall Yukon/Gold potatoes, peeled, and sliced in half
1/2cupvegetable oil
1tablespoonflour
salt to taste
minced parsley for garnish, optional
Instructions
Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add the potatoes, return to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for 8 minutes.
Drain the potatoes, shake the pan a bit to rough up the potatoes a little, this will help them to crisp up nicely when roasted. Transfer the potatoes to a sheet pan and let dry for 15 minutes.
Preheat oven to 425 degrees F. Add the oil to the pan and coat the potatoes in oil. Sprinkle flour over potatoes and gently toss to cover potatoes. Roast for 10 minutes, reduce temperature to 350 degrees F. and continue roasting for another 40-60 minutes. Turning the potatoes a couple times to ensure they brown evenly.
When done, transfer to a serving dish and season with salt and garnish with parsley (if using).
Add extra flavor
10 minutes before the potatoes are done you can add extra flavor with one of the following: minced garlic, dried flaked chili or freshly chopped herbs.