Accordion Potatoes

1. 1

   Preheat oven to 425u00b0.

2. 2

   Peel potatoes and drop into cold water. Cut potatoes into thin slices, but do not cut all the way through. Place a wooden spoon in front of the potato and cut only until the knife connects with the spoon handle.

3. 3

   Drop potatoes back into the cold water until all are sliced.

4. 4

   Drain and pat them dry. Generously oil 9 x 13-inch pan.

5. 5

   Arrange potatoes, sliced side up, in a single layer.

6. 6

   Brush with half the butter and sprinkle with salt and pepper.

7. 7

   Bake 30 to 45 minutes.

8. 8

   Add remaining butter to baking dish and baste potatoes occasionally.

9. 9

   Dust with Parmesan and paprika and roast another 15 to 20 minutes or until golden brown.

10. 10

    Potatoes should have opened like a fan.

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