I am constantly on the lookout for potato dishes that will flatter a piece of meat or fish such as grilled mackerel, flash-fried lamb’s liver, or some thick bacon slices. This is such a dish.

　　

Ingredients

enough for 4 as a side dish

　　large baking potatoes – 2

　　dill leaves – a generous handful, roughly chopped

　　a large knob of butter

　　hot chicken or vegetable stock to cover – about 2 cups (500ml)

　　

Step 1

Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C). Scrub the potatoes, peeling them only if you particularly wish to, then slice them thinly. Put them into a bowl and toss with salt, black pepper, and the dill.

　　

Step 2

Lightly butter a shallow baking dish. Layer the potatoes and their seasonings in the dish, then pour in enough stock to cover; the liquid should be just lapping at the top of the potatoes.

　　

Step 3

Bake for about fifty minutes, until the potato slices are truly tender and crusty on top.

　　Tender