Basic Home Fries

Ingredients

• 3 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
• 2 lbs potatoes, cut into small cubes, about 5-6 cups (1/4-1/2 inch)
• 1/2 teaspoon salt (to taste)
• 1 1/2 - 2 cups onions, chopped small
• 1 teaspoon dried basil (optional)
• 1/2 teaspoon dried thyme (optional)
• 1 cup diced bell pepper (I love red, but any color will do)
• 1 -2 tablespoon garlic, chopped
• fresh ground black pepper
• Optional Toppings
• sour cream
• minced scallion (or chives)
• salsa
• hot pepper sauce
• ketchup