MSG Free Herb Butter New Potatoes
Few side dishes are as quietly satisfying as a bowl of tender little potatoes glossed in melted butter and showered with fresh herbs. The beauty here is in the simplicity — new potatoes are boiled until just yielding, then tossed in a warm pan with unsalted butter so every skin-on bite soaks up that rich, grassy coating. Parsley and chives bring brightness and a gentle onion note, while optional fresh mint adds a surprising lift that makes the whole dish feel a little more special. Because everything on the ingredient list is whole and unprocessed, there's no need to scan labels for hidden flavor enhancers or additives that can sneak into packaged seasonings and spice blends. A finish of flaky sea salt and cracked black pepper is all the seasoning this needs — proof that clean, real ingredients do the heavy lifting on their own. It works beautifully alongside roasted chicken, grilled fish, or really anything that could use a bright, buttery companion on the plate.
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4 servings
- 1 ½ lb new potatoes, scrubbed
- 1 tsp salt, plus more for the cooking water
- 2 tbsp unsalted butter
- 2 tbsp fresh flat-leaf parsley, finely chopped
- 1 tbsp fresh chives, finely chopped
- flaky sea salt, to taste
- black pepper, to taste
- 1 tbsp fresh mint, finely chopped (optional)
Instructions
- 1
Place the potatoes in a large saucepan and cover with cold water by about 1 inch. Add a generous pinch of salt and bring to a boil over high heat.
- 2
Reduce the heat to a steady simmer and cook until the potatoes are tender all the way through when pierced with a skewer or the tip of a knife, 15–18 minutes. Drain through a colander and let them steam-dry for 1–2 minutes.
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