Accordion Potatoes

Directions

1. 1
   Preheat oven to 425°.
2. 2
   Peel potatoes and drop into cold water. Cut potatoes into thin slices, but do not cut all the way through. Place a wooden spoon in front of the potato and cut only until the knife connects with the spoon handle.
3. 3
   Drop potatoes back into the cold water until all are sliced.
4. 4
   Drain and pat them dry. Generously oil 9 x 13-inch pan.
5. 5
   Arrange potatoes, sliced side up, in a single layer.
6. 6
   Brush with half the butter and sprinkle with salt and pepper.
7. 7
   Bake 30 to 45 minutes.
8. 8
   Add remaining butter to baking dish and baste potatoes occasionally.
9. 9
   Dust with Parmesan and paprika and roast another 15 to 20 minutes or until golden brown.
10. 10
    Potatoes should have opened like a fan.