PORTUGUESE FRIED POTATOES

Ingredients:
Butter - 3 tbsp
Olive oil - 3 tbsp
New potatoes - 600 gms (peeled and sliced into 1/4" thick rounds)
Salt - 1/2 tsp
freshly ground black pepper
Parsley - 1 tbsp (finely chopped)

Method:

• In a heavy 10-12 " skillet, melt the butter in the olive oil over moderate heat. When the foam begins to subside, add the potatoes.
• Turning them frequently with a metal spatula, cook for 15 minutes or until they are tender and golden brown.
• Season with salt and a few grindings of pepper, then transfer the potatoes to a heated bowl or platter and serve at once, Sprinkle with parsley.