Sunday, February 1, 2009

Steamed Potatoes with Thyme

Steamed Potatoes with Thyme
Martha Stewart

Prep: 5 minutes Total: 25 minutes

Ingredients

Serves 4.

* 2 pounds red new potatoes, halved if small, quartered if large
* 1 tablespoon olive oil
* 1 tablespoon fresh thyme leaves
* Coarse salt and ground pepper


Directions

1. Set a steamer basket in a large pot. Fill with enough water to come just below basket; bring to a boil. Place potatoes in basket; reduce heat to a simmer. Cover, and cook until tender, 15 to 20 minutes.
2. Transfer potatoes to a medium bowl. Add oil and thyme; season with salt and pepper, and toss.