BUTTERED PARSLEY POTATOES

Potatoes, get a bad rap. They are delicious, nutritious, and are seriously misunderstood. Potatoes are associated with carbohydrates, that most of us think will put on the pounds. The truth is, potatoes are a root vegetable, low in carbohydrates and considered a good starch, that shouldn't be omitted from a healthy diet.
Potatoes provide bulk, offer protection against colon cancer, improves glucose tolerance and insulin sensitivity, lowers cholesterol and triglycerides, and possibly even reduces fat storage. Potatoes are made up of 79% water. They are actually lower in carbohydrates that some green vegetables. They are a good source of Potassium and fiber, and even have a fair amount of Vitamin C.
I love potatoes, because, I love comfort food. Most comfort foods involve potatoes in some form or another. And, they are good for us! A good balanced meal, does incorporate good starches. Lucky for me.
This recipe is easy to make and delicious to eat. It compliments many meat entrees. It is often overlooked, because of it's simplicity.

Prep Time: 5 min. Cook time: about 12 minutes Servings: 4

 

 

Ingredients:

• 6-7 medium sized red potatoes, washed and cut up into mouth sized pieces.
• Salt and pepper to taste.
• 6 tbsp. Butter
• 2 tbsp. fresh chopped parsley (can be substituted with dried parsley if necessary.)

Directions:

• In an appropriate sized pot. Salt enough water to be able to cover the potatoes well, and bring to a boil.
• In a microwave safe bowl. Melt butter, and add parsley, mix well and set aside.
• Add potatoes to water and allow to boil for about 12 min. or until potatoes are done to your liking.
• Remove from heat, and drain to serving bowl.
• Pour butter and parsley mixture over potatoes.
• Mix gently so that all potatoes are coated with the butter.
• Serve immediately.

NOW ENJOY!

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