Greek-Style Potatoes With Lemon & Thyme - cooking recipe

Ingredients

2 lbs. thin-skinned potatoes*, peeled and rinsed well
3/4 c. water
1/4 c. freshly squeezed lemon juice
1/4 c. finely chopped shallots (3 medium)
1 T. fresh thyme leaves
3/4 t. kosher salt
1 T. + 2 t. fruity extra-virgin olive oil
1 bay leaf
Freshly ground black pepper to taste

Preparation

*Preferably small new potatoes such as Yellow Finns, Yukon Gold, Bintjes or red-skinned potatoes.