8 good sized potatoes, cut in half
Oil or fat for roasting

Peel potatoes, cut in half or to desired size. Boil in lightly salted water for 10 minutes.

Place oil or fat in roasting pan to cover bottom of pan. Heat in oven 375 - 400 degrees F.

Drain potatoes, put into hot oil and baste. Bake in oven 1 1/4 - 1 1/2 hours, basting about 3 more times or turn potatoes over. Delicious. Serve with roast beef, etc.