Recipe: Luminous Lemon-Pepper Potatoes (microwave)

LUMINOUS LEMON-PEPPER POTATOES

Use the microwave and save time on this made-in-one-dish recipe.

1 1/3 pounds (4 medium) potatoes, cut into 1 1/2-inch cubes
1 1/2 tablespoons butter or margarine, cut into small pieces
1 1/2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
1 teaspoon minced garlic
1 tablespoon chopped parsley
1 1/2 teaspoons grated lemon peel
1/4 to 1/2 teaspoon finely ground black pepper
Salt, to taste

Place potatoes, butter, lemon juice and garlic in shallow 1 1/2-quart microwave-safe dish; toss.

Cover with plastic wrap, venting one corner. Microwave on HIGH 10 to 12 until just tender.

Mix in parsley, lemon peel and pepper. Season with salt.

Note: Microwave cooking times are based on a 700-watt microwave. Adjust cooking times to your own oven.

Nutrition Information Per Serving:
170 calories; 4 g fat; 12 mg cholesterol; 52 mg sodium; 31 g carbohydrate; 3 g fiber; 3 g protein

Servings: 4
Source: University of Nebraska Cooperative Extension