Preparation time: 20 minutes. Baking time: 30 minutes. Oven temperature: 450 degrees.

Here is one of the tastiest and easiest potato recipes around that children love as much as adults. They are golden wedges of potatoes, seasoned lightly with Italian herbs, olive oil and Parmesan cheese.

1/4 c. olive oil
1/2 tsp. salt
1/4 tsp. black pepper
1/2 tsp. each dried basil, thyme and oregano leaves
1/4 tsp. paprika
4 to 6 med. potatoes
1/4 to 1/2 c. grated Parmesan cheese

1. Combine olive oil and seasonings in a bowl.

2. Scrub unpeeled potatoes well. Cut each potato in half lengthwise, then in thirds.

3. Coat each slice in the seasoned oil. Spread in a single layer on a greased baking sheet.

4. Bake at 450 degrees for 15 minutes. Sprinkle with the cheese. Bake 15 minutes longer.

Good served with: pork chops, grilled chicken, roasts or meat loaf. Tips: If the potato skins are too old, pare them and proceed as directed. But whenever possible, eat potato skins for valuable nutrients. For 2 servings: half of the ingredients. For 8 servings: double the ingredients.