Herbed New Potatoes - cooking recipe

Ingredients

12 small new potatoes
4 tsp butter
4 tsp minced fresh parsley or 1 1/3 tsp dried parsley
4 tsp minced fresh chives or 1 1/3 tsp dried chives
fresh parsley sprigs (optional)

Preparation

Peel 1/2 inch strip around the center of each potato and immediately place potatoes in a medium saucepan of cold water. Cover with water and bring to a boil until potatoes are easily pierced by a fork but firm, about 20 minutes; drain.
Cover to keep warm.
Place the butter in a microwave safe bowl and heat on HIGH until melted, 5-10 seconds.
Stir in parsley and chives.
Pour this mixture over the potatoes and toss to coat.
Pour into serving bowl, garnish and serve immediately.
For variety, can be sprinkled with chopped cooked bacon or finely minced green onions.