Roasted Potatoes
139. Wash them, and put them in a pan, in a moderate oven. When they can be easily pierced by a fork, they are done.
Serve them with the skins on. Those who reside in the country, and have wood fires, may roast them in the following manner. Sweep the hot stone in front of the fire, place the potatoes on it, and cover them with hot ashes. When they are soft, wipe the skins and send them to the table hot.