Ingredients
6 tbsp margarine
2 lb baking potatoes
1/4 cup onion, minced
1 salt & pepper to taste
Directions
Preheat oven to 425ø. Place margarine in 9x13" baking pan and melt in
oven. Wash potatoes well. Cut into lengthwise wedges about 1/2"
across. Add potatoes to margarine and stir to coat. Sprinkle with
onion, salt and pepper. Bake 30 minutes or until tender and browned,
turning occasionally.
Servings: 2 servings
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Categories: French; Vegetable
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