Roasted Potatoes with Leeks and Herbs
based on: From the Oven to the Table by Diana Henry
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2 tablespoons butter
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1 tablespoon Italian parsley, finely chopped
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1 tablespoon chives or chervil, finely chopped
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splash of dry vermouth
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2 leeks, cut into 1 ¼ inch segments
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18 oz. potatoes, halved or quartered (ideally yellow)
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salt and pepper
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Preheat the oven to 400 °F
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Mush the herbs, vermouth, and butter together.
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Divide the potatoes and leeks into 6 parchment paper parcels.
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Generously season the potatoes with salt and pepper.
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Add a big dollop of the herb butter and seal the packets by twisting the ends.
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Place on a baking sheet and bake for 35 - 40 minutes till the vegetables are tender.