Salted Upstate Abundance Potatoes

Serves 2-4

Not your typical roasted spuds. Here, potatoes are tossed in what is essentially a light brine. As the moisture evaporates in the oven, a fine salty crust is left behind, creating a satisfying contrast to the buttery, tender flesh within.

INGREDIENTS

1½ pounds Upstate Abundance potatoes
1 tablespoon kosher salt
1½ tablespoons extra virgin olive oil

DIRECTIONS

Preheat oven to 400°F.

Rinse the potatoes under cool running water, briefly shaking off some of the excess. Do not dry completely, as you want a little moisture still clinging to the potatoes. In a large bowl, toss the potatoes with the salt and olive oil, then spread out evenly on a baking sheet.

Place in the oven and roast for 30-45 minutes, untouched, until they offer no resistance when pierced with a thin, sharp knife.