WASH potatoes with skins; in a large saucepan, bring water (enough to cover potatoes) to boil; ADD potatoes; COVER; COOK for five minutes; REMOVE from heat; let stand for five more minutes, covered; COOL in refrigerator.
When ready to prepare, DICE potatoes into 1/2" cubes.
ADD oil (enough to cover bottom) to skillet; HEAT to 350F; ADD potatoes.
COOK until brown and crisp, STIRRING regularly.
REMOVE potatoes to bowl lined with paper towel to catch excess oil; SEASON to taste.
Per Serving (excluding unknown items): 255 Calories; 14g Fat (47.6% calories from fat); 4g Protein; 31g Carbohydrate; 3g Dietary Fiber; 0mg Cholesterol; 10mg Sodium. Exchanges: 2 Grain(Starch); 2 1/2 Fat.