Variations & Tips
If you grew up with a big garden, you might like to tuck in a few extras: add a sliced onion or a handful of baby carrots along with the potatoes for more color and sweetness. For a richer, Sunday-supper feel, stir in 1–2 tablespoons of butter right before serving to give the potatoes a glossy finish. You can also sprinkle a little grated Parmesan or Romano cheese over the top, which plays nicely with the Italian dressing. If you prefer a sharper flavor, choose a zesty Italian dressing; for something milder, use a regular or light version. This recipe is forgiving—russet potatoes will work if that’s what you have, just cut them into chunks and watch the cooking time so they don’t get too soft. To stretch the dish for a crowd, add an extra pound of potatoes and a bit more dressing, then season to taste at the end. Leftovers can be browned in a skillet the next day for crispy Italian home fries, a trick that has saved many a busy morning in farm kitchens like mine.
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