To keep the potatoes from getting soggy, it’s a good idea to rinse them in a colander under running water from the sink.
If you don’t plan to cut the potatoes right after peeling them, place them in a bowl or pot of cold water to keep them from browning. When you’re peeling the potatoes, remove any sprouts or green spots in the flesh with the end of your vegetable peeler.
A chef’s knife works well for cutting potatoes.
After you’ve cut the halves into sections lengthwise, flatten each section on your cutting board to make them easier to slice in the next step.
If you prefer, you can cut each potato piece individually. However, you should keep in mind that it will take longer to dice them one at a time.
Cubing your potatoes works well if you want to make mashed, sauteed, or roasted potatoes. You may also want to cube the potatoes if you’re making home fries.
Salting the water is an optional step. You can skip if you’re trying to limit the sodium in the dish.
Some waxy potatoes to consider for the dish include Yukon gold, new, or red. Be careful not to cook the potatoes too long. You don’t want them to become so tender that they fall apart when you saute them.
If you prefer, you can substitute butter for the olive oil.
If your skillet isn’t very large, you may want to saute the potatoes in two or more batches. You don’t want them packed into the pan.
You can adjust the amount of garlic to suit your tastes. If you are a fan of garlic, mix in a little more. If you prefer a mild garlic flavor, add a little less.
You can tell the potatoes are done when you can easily pierce them with a fork.
If you want to make the sauteed potatoes ahead of time, place them on a cookie sheet and keep them warm in an oven set to the lowest temperature.
Yukon gold, red, and new potatoes are good options to use for this dish. If you prefer, you can omit the salt. The potatoes should only be slightly tender when you take them off the heat.
If you don’t have a mortar and pestle, you can use the back of a spoon to bash up the rosemary leaves.
You can substitute butter for the olive oil if you prefer.
Feel free to add whatever other herbs or seasonings that you’d like. Thyme, oregano, parsley, dill, and/or crushed red pepper flakes are tasty options.
The roasted potatoes are an ideal side for roast chicken, pork tenderloin, or your favorite steak.
