A Better Fried Potato

Total Time: 50 mins Preparation Time: 5 mins Cook Time: 45 mins

Ingredients

• 2 potatoes
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 1/4 teaspoon pepper
• 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
• 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
• 1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes
• 1 tablespoon butter
• 1 -2 tablespoon vegetable oil
• 1/2 cup water

Recipe

• 1 ***note*** a non-stick saute pan must be used in this recipe.
• 2 if using small potatoes then use two starchy potatoes like russet, if using a large "idaho russet," then use only one per serving.
• 3 cut the potatoes into a medium dice and add to saute pan. add the water enough to cover the potatoes. add the salt, pepper, garlic, onion, red pepper, and oil to the pan.
• 4 bring the pan to a boil over high heat, and let the water cook almost all the way out. when the water is almost cooked out the mixture will contain a lot of starch, which will stick. turn the heat down to med-high and stir/toss until all the water is cooked out.
• 5 once all the water is cooked out the potatoes should be mostly cooked and you can start to fry them. keep the pan over med-high heat and add the butter. make sure and stir /toss frequently. keep cooking on for 10-15 minutes. if the potatoes are getting too brown for your liking, turn the pan down to medium.
• 6 check for texture and seasoning, it may need more salt. potatoes can take a lot.
• 7 serve as a side for breakfast or dinner.