Roasted Red Potaotes

3 pounds small red new potatoes, halved

1/4 C. olive oil

1 tsp. salt freshly ground

black pepper

1. Adjust oven rack to lowest position and heat oven to 450 degrees. Toss potatoes with oil, salt and pepper. Arrange, cut side down, on a large lipped cookie sheet or jellyroll pan.

2. Roast until tender and golden brown, about 30 minutes (check after 20 minutes.) Transfer to a serving dish.