Without all the extras such as butter, sour cream, cheese, etc., potatoes are low in calories, full of flavor, and rich in healthy nutrients. They contain fiber, antioxidant phytonutrients (carotenoids, flavonoids, etc.) as well as protein. Buy organic and LEAVE THE SKIN ON. The skin is the best part! Many varieties of potatoes have nutrients in the skin that are believed to lower blood pressure (kukoamines), support cell activity as well as support brain cell and nervous system activity and cardiovascular health (B6). Potatoes also contain Vitamin C, potassium, copper, and manganese.
RECIPE FOR OVEN-ROASTED FINGERLING POTATOES
2 - 5 lbs. fingerling potatoes
1/4 c or more olive oil (the more potatoes, the larger the amount of oil
handfuls of fresh sage, rosemary, thyme, oregano, broken into peices
salt, to taste
Instructions:
Preheat oven to 375 - 400 degrees.
Mix potatoes with oil in a bowl, turning until potatoes are coated with the oil, (I lift the potatoes and put them in another bowl eliminating excess oil) then mix with the other ingredients until evenly distributed. (Another way to avoid excess oil is to spray the potatoes with oil.)
Place in covered casserole dish or Dutch oven.
Bake about 20 minutes. Remove and mix ingredients with large spoon. Bake for another 25-30 minutes, or until the potatoes are easily pierced with a fork.
(You can use other potatoes such as red, yukon gold, etc. and cut them into quarters or eighths.)
