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Yield: 6 servings. 2 pounds small red potatoes 2 tablespoons vegetable oil 1 teaspoon garlic powder 1 teaspoon onion powder 1 teaspoon smoked paprika 1 teaspoon kosher salt ½ teaspoon

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Yield: 6 servings. 2 pounds small red potatoes 2 tablespoons vegetable oil 1 teaspoon garlic powder 1 teaspoon onion powder 1 teaspoon smoked paprika 1 teaspoon kosher salt ½ teaspoon

Yield: 6 servings.

2 pounds small red potatoes
2 tablespoons vegetable oil
1 teaspoon garlic powder
1 teaspoon onion powder
1 teaspoon smoked paprika
1 teaspoon kosher salt
½ teaspoon lemon pepper
Vegetable oil (for the grill)
4 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
½ cup parsley, chopped
¼ cup chives, thinly sliced
¼ cup dill, chopped

Place potatoes in a large pot and cover with cold water. Bring water to a boil over high heat, then reduce heat to low. Cook uncovered for 10 minutes, or until just fork-tender. Drain potatoes and set aside to cool. When cool enough to handle, halve potatoes.

In a large bowl, toss potatoes with vegetable oil, garlic powder, onion powder, smoked paprika, salt, and lemon pepper.

Heat grill with a medium flame. Oil grates. Grill potatoes cut side down for 5 to 6 minutes, or until grill marks appear. Flip and cook 5 more minutes, or until potatoes are well charred.

Place grilled potatoes in a large bowl and toss with melted butter and fresh herbs. Taste and add more salt if needed.

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This story was published on Jun 16, 2026

Lynn Wells

Lynn Wells gained a fond respect and interest in cooking from her mother and Aunt Addie at the age of 8 in North Carolina. During college, Wells worked in a wide range of restaurants, from fine dining to family- owned. After graduating from UNC Greensboro with a degree in nutrition management and hospitality, Wells began a 21-year career in the nutrition department at Cone Health. In 2014, Wells started Thyme Well Spent Personal Chef Service, an in-home cooking experience for private clients, which continues today. Wells is also a food writer, food stylist, culinary consultant, and the recipe developer/writer for Our State.