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Boiled New Potatoes with Parsley — recipe

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Boiled New Potatoes with Parsley

A classic side dish of tender new potatoes boiled and tossed with fresh parsley and butter.

Prep: 5 minCook: 20 min4 servingsEasy

Serves:

4

Ingredients

scrubbed clean

finely chopped

to taste

to taste

Health Notes

New potatoes are a good source of vitamin C and potassium.

Notes

Use waxy new potatoes like Jersey Royals or Anya for the best texture.
Don't overcook the potatoes, they should be tender but still hold their shape.

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Boiled New Potatoes with Parsley

by L Field

Prep

5 min

Cook

20 min

Total

25 min

Serves

4

Level

Easy

Method

kitchen

Ingredients

Ingredients

750 gNew Potatoesscrubbed clean

50 gButter

1 large handfulParsleyfinely chopped

Saltto taste

Black Pepperto taste

Method

Seasonal Variations

Use fresh mint instead of parsley in summer.
Add a knob of horseradish cream at the end for a wintery twist.

Nutrition (per serving, estimate)

180

kcal

3g

protein

25g

carbs

8g

fat

Values are estimates and vary with portion size and preparation.

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Prep: 5 min
Cook: 20 min
Total: 25 min
Serves: 4
Difficulty: Easy
Method: kitchen

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BBQ friendlyWeeknightSummerSpringBritish Produce

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Saucepan

A saucepan is an essential piece of cookware for anyone serious about BBQ and fire-cooking. It is where the magic of sauces, reductions, and sides happens, bringing together flavours that elevate your dishes from good to memorable. At Smoke & Soil, we believe in clean, whole-food cooking over fire, and a good saucepan lets you control heat precisely, helping you coax out the best from your homegrown and seasonal ingredients. Whether you are reducing a stock to a glossy glaze or simmering a rich gravy, the saucepan is your reliable partner. Using a saucepan properly means respecting the delicate balance of heat and timing. Too high a temperature will break emulsions or scorch sugars, while too low will leave your sauces flat and lifeless. We recommend choosing a saucepan with a thick base for even heat distribution and enough capacity to avoid boiling over. Stirring regularly and deglazing with warm liquid helps prevent burning and encourages flavour development. This piece of equipment fits perfectly into our ethos of everyday BBQ cooking: simple, effective, and focused on quality ingredients. Practical advice for using a saucepan includes warming your liquids before adding them to a reduction to avoid splattering and seizing. Go larger than you think you need to allow room for stirring and evaporation without mess. Avoid full rolling boils when simmering sauces, as this can toughen proteins and ruin texture. Finally, patience is key: slow, controlled cooking yields the best results and keeps your sauces silky and balanced. With the right care and technique, your saucepan will become indispensable in your BBQ kitchen.

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The hob is an essential piece of kitchen equipment that complements the outdoor fire-cooking ethos of Smoke & Soil. While much of the magic happens over open flames or embers, the hob allows for precision and control when preparing sauces, sides, and other components that require steady heat and attention. It bridges the gap between rustic fire cooking and everyday practicality, enabling home cooks to create balanced, complete meals that highlight seasonal, homegrown ingredients. The hob is not just a convenience; it is a vital tool for finishing dishes with finesse and ensuring that every element on the plate is cooked to perfection. Using the hob effectively means understanding heat management. Most cooking on a hob happens at medium heat, not full blast. High heat is reserved for specific tasks like boiling or searing, where rapid temperature changes are needed. This approach conserves energy, prevents burning, and allows flavours to develop naturally. Choosing the right pan size for the burner is equally important to ensure even heat distribution and avoid wasting energy. For induction hobs, keeping the pan base dry is crucial to prevent noise and instability. Turning off the hob a minute or two before the end of cooking harnesses residual heat to finish the process gently, preserving texture and flavour. In line with Smoke & Soil’s no-nonsense style, the hob should be treated with respect and care. It is not a tool for rushing or multitasking recklessly but for focused, attentive cooking. When used thoughtfully, it elevates the home BBQ experience by supporting the creation of clean, whole-food dishes that celebrate fire-cooked ingredients. The hob is a quiet partner in the kitchen, enabling you to craft sauces, blanch vegetables, and prepare sides that complement your BBQ without overshadowing the star of the show.

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1

Boil the potatoes

Place the scrubbed new potatoes in a large saucepan and cover with cold, salted water. Bring to the boil and cook for 15-20 minutes, or until tender when pierced with a knife.

20 min

2

Finish and serve

Drain the potatoes well and return them to the warm pan. Add the butter and allow it to melt over the potatoes. Add the chopped parsley, season with salt and pepper, and gently toss everything together to coat. Serve immediately.

Notes

Use waxy new potatoes like Jersey Royals or Anya for the best texture.
Don't overcook the potatoes, they should be tender but still hold their shape.

Health Notes

New potatoes are a good source of vitamin C and potassium.

Seasonal Variations

Use fresh mint instead of parsley in summer.
Add a knob of horseradish cream at the end for a wintery twist.

Nutrition

Per serving (estimate)

180

kcal

3g

protein

25g

carbs

8g

fat

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