muddled-herb potatoes

appx 15-20 min.

2lbs small red potatoes, quartered
1/4 c thinly basil
1/4 c chopped fresh chives (i usually omit)
1 tbsp chopped fresh rosemary (or 1/4 tbsp if dried)
1 tbsp olive oil
1 tsp salt
1 tsp garlic, minced
1/2 tsp pepper

optional: 2-4 tbsp melted butter, grated parmesean

1. boil potatoes 10 min, or until tender; drain well
2. place them in a bowl, add teh remaining ingredients, and coarsely mash to "muddle" (or bruise) the herbs to release their flavors.

notes: very easy and tasty. i add the butter and parmesean until it tastes just perfect.