Herbed New Potatoes - cooking recipe

Ingredients

12 small new potatoes
4 t. butter
4 t. minced fresh parsley or 1 1/3 t. dried parsley
4 t. minced fresh chives or 1 1/3 t. dried chives
Fresh parsley sprigs, optional for garnish

Preparation

Peel 1/2 inch strip around the center of each potato and immediately place potatoes in a medium saucepan of cold water. Add enough additional water to the saucepan to cover the potatoes by 2 inches.
Bring to a boil over medium-high heat.
Boil until potatoes are easily pierced by a fork but firm, about 20 minutes; drain.
Do not overcook. Cover to keep warm.
Place the butter in microwave-safe bowl.
Microwave on HIGH until melted, about 5 to 10 seconds.
Stir in minced parsley and chives.
Pour the butter mixture over the potatoes and toss to coat.
Spoon the potatoes into a serving bowl.
Garnish with sprigs of parsley, if desired. Serve immediately.