Peel potatoes Cut into halves lengthwise With small knife cut each half diagonally into 18-inch slices keeping the potato assembled Lift with a pancake turner onto oiled baking sheet Press down slightly with palm of hand to fan out slightly
Brush with butter or olive oil
Bake at 400 for 30 minutes Sprinkle with herbs
Bake 15 to 25 minutes longer
Sprinkle with minced parsley if desired before serving