Mark Esler

Braised Red Potatoes

Ingredients

• Red Potatoes, 1 1/2 lb small halved unpeeled
• Garlic, 3 cloves whole
• Water, 2 cups
• Vegan Butter, 3 tbsp
• Thyme, 3 sprigs
• Chives, 2 tbsp minced
• Lemon Juice, 1 tsp
• Salt, 3/4 tsp
• Pepper, 1/4 tsp

Steps

1. Arrange potatoes, halved side down, in 12 in skillet. Add water, butter, thyme and salt. Bring to boil and reduce to a simmer. Cover until potatoes are tender (~15 minutes).
2. Discard thyme. Set garlic aside. Increase heat to medium high and evaporate water. Fry in butter for 15-20 minutes. Swirl pan until potatoes are brown.
3. Meanwhile, crush and mince garlic. In a small bowl mix garlic, chives, lemon, salt, and pepper.
4. Pour potatoes into a large bowl and coat with garlic mixture