Peel and cut potatoes into 2-inch pieces. If large, cut into four pieces.

Wash the potatoes and place them in a large saucepan.

Cover the potatoes with boiling water and boil for 10 minutes.

While the potatoes are boiling, pour vegetable oil into a roasting dish.

Drain the potatoes and place them in the roasting dish.

Carefully turn the potatoes over until they are all covered in oil.

Roast at 175°C (gas mark 6) for 10-15 minutes.

Turn all the potatoes over in the oil and return to the oven for 20-15 minutes.

Turn all the potatoes over and coat in hot oil.

Increase the oven temperature to 200°C (gas mark 8) for 5-10 minutes, or until golden brown and crisp.

Serve as a side dish with meals, or with gravy.