Polenta and Parmesan Potatoes

Serves 6, Prep 20 mins, Cook 30 mins

1.5kg medium brushed potatoes, peeled ¹⁄³ cup vegetable oil 2 tblsps instant polenta 2 cloves garlic, crushed Salt and pepper, to taste ½ cup finely grated parmesan

1 Cut potatoes into quarters. Place in a large microwave-proof dish. Add 2 tblsps water. Cover with damp absorbent kitchen paper. Microwave on high (100 per cent) for about 10 minutes, or until just tender. Drain well. 2 Meanwhile, heat oil in a large roasting pan in a hot oven (200C) for 10 minutes. Remove pan from oven. 3 Toss potatoes in a large bowl with polenta and garlic. Season with salt and pepper. Carefully add to roasting pan. Turn to coat. Return pan to oven. 4 Cook, turning halfway through, for 25 minutes. Sprinkle with parmesan. Cook for a further 5 minutes, or until potatoes are golden and crisp. Serve.