3 1/2 lbs. red or white boiling potatoes
6 tbsp. butter, melted
Salt and freshly ground pepper

Cut potatoes crosswise into 1/8 inch thick slices. Position racks in upper and lower third of oven and preheat to 500 degrees. Lightly grease 2 baking sheets. Arrange potato slices in single layer on prepared sheets. Brush generously with butter. Bake 7 minutes. Switch pan positions and continue baking until potatoes are crisp and browned around edges, about 7 to 9 minutes. Transfer to heated platter. Sprinkle with salt and pepper. Serve immediately.