Deluxe Potatoes (Brunch)

 

                The oldest traces of cultivated potatoes were found in the Andes and date back to 8000 BC. However, it was only in the 16th century that the potato was introduced to Europe following the discovery of the Americas.

For 4 servings

Ingredients for the potatoes

• 2 Russet potatoes
• 30 ml vegetable oil
• 1 onion, chopped
• ½ red pepper, diced
• 30 ml fresh thyme, chopped
• 15 ml butter
• 30 ml fresh parsley, chopped

Ingredients for seasoning

• 2 ml sweet paprika
• 1 ml cayenne pepper
• 1 ml onion powder
• 1 ml garlic powder
• Salt and pepper

1. In a large saucepan, cover the potatoes with water and bring to a boil; simmer for 30 minutes.
2. Drain and let cool; peel the potatoes and cut them into small 2 cm cubes.
3. In a small bowl, mix all the seasoning ingredients and add the potato cubes.
4. In a large non-stick pan, heat the oil and brown the onion, pepper and thyme for 3 to 4 minutes.
5. Add the potatoes and butter, then cook without stirring so that the potatoes brown.
6. When they are golden, stir and let brown on the other side.
7. Stop cooking when the potatoes are completely golden and crispy.
8. Stir in the parsley and serve as a side dish.

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