Roasted Red Potatoes

A simple recipe for red potatoes, made flavorful by seasoning and roasting.

Ingredients:

• 1 1/2 pounds small red potatoes, scrubbed, dried, and quartered
• 3 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
• 1 tablespoon dried basil
• 1/2 teaspoon Himalayan salt
• 1/2 teaspoon ground black pepper
• 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder

Directions:

1. Place all ingredients into a large bowl and toss to coat the potatoes.
2. Spread evenly on a large parchment paper covered baking sheet. Bake in a preheated 350º F oven for 20 minutes or until tender when inserted with a knife. Serve hot.

Variations:

1. Replace the dried basil with dried oregano or dried thyme, or a blend of herbs such as dried Italian Seasoning or Herbs de Provence.
2. To make it spicy, when adding the herbs also add 1/2 teaspoon chipotle powder and 1/4 teaspoon dry mustard powder.

Yield: Makes 6 servings