Hash Browns

Directions

1. 1
   Put the potatoes in a medium saucepan, add 4 cups of water and 1 teaspoon salt and bring to a boil.
2. 2
   Simmer, partially covered, until almost tender.
3. 3
   Drain and pat dry.
4. 4
   Heat a 10-inch nonstick skillet.
5. 5
   Add the vegetable oil and 1 tablespoon of the butter.
6. 6
   When the foam subsides, add the potatoes and cook, tossing, until lightly golden.
7. 7
   Season with salt and pepper and roughly mash the potatoes with a spatula.
8. 8
   Dot the remaining 1 tablespoon of butter over the potatoes, cover and cook until crusty on the bottom, about 3 minutes.
9. 9
   Slide the potatoes onto a plate and invert them back into the pan.
10. 10
    Cook until the underside is nice and crusty.
11. 11
    Slide the potatoes onto a platter and serve.