Crispy Potato Wedges With Mustard

Method

1. I

   Preheat oven to 400 degrees F. Pierce potatoes with a fork and bake them until almost cooked, about 30 to 40 minutes. (Alternatively, microwave them on high for 6 minutes, turning them halfway through.) Leave oven on.

2. II

   In a large bowl, stir together mustard, olive oil, thyme, salt and pepper. When cool enough to handle, cut potatoes lengthwise into 4 wedges each. Toss wedges in mustard mixture until thoroughly coated.

3. III

   Raise oven temperature to 500 degrees F. Lay potato wedges, with one cut side down, on a rimmed baking sheet and roast for 20 minutes, turning them onto the other cut side after 10 minutes. Transfer to a warmed platter and serve.