900 g (2 lb) potatoes, peeled
12 cloves garlic, peeled
8 peeled shallots
100 g (4 oz) 1/2 cup butter, melted
2 sprigs thyme
2 sprigs rosemary
Salt and pepper
method
1. Cut the potatoes in 2.5 cm (1 inch) chunks and place in a very large saucepan with the garlic, shallots and melted butter. Cover with a lid. Cook for 5 minutes in 60 ml (4 tbsp) water.
2. Season with the salt and pepper and add the herbs.
3. Pour into an ovenproof dish and roast at 220°C ( 425°F) Gas mark 7 for 35 minutes.
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