Home-Style Fries

1 1/2 lb russet potatoes, peeled, cut into 1-inch cubes

1/4 cup vegetable oil

1 tsp. dried thyme

salt and black pepper to taste

Boil potatoes in salted water for 5 minutes, drain well.

Heat oil in a large nonstick skillet over medium-high. Add parboiled potatoes and saute 5 minutes without stirring. Stir and cook another 7 minutes, until golden.

Season with thyme, salt, and pepper.