Home Fries

1. 1

   Warm the butter in a 10- to 12-inch cast-iron skillet over medium-low heat.

2. 2

   Stir in the potatoes, and when coated with a bit of butter, season them with salt and pepper and cover the skillet.

3. 3

   Cook for 20 minutes.

4. 4

   Uncover the potatoes and cook for 30 minutes longer, turning them at 10 minute intervals and patting them back down.

5. 5

   When you turn them the first time, stir in the onion, bell peppers, and chili powder.

6. 6

   As the potatoes soften, pat them down more lightly, bringing as much of their surface in contact with the skillet as possible without mashing them.

7. 7

   Cook the potatoes for about 20 minutes longer, turning them at 5-minute intervals.

8. 8

   During the last 10 minutes, bring the heat up to medium and, if you wish, add more salt and pepper.

9. 9

   The home fries are ready when the potato cubes are richly browned and clearly crisp with tender, melting centers.

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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