This simple recipe for roasted potatoes is the perfect side dish for grilled steaks, meatloaf, pork chops, or chicken entrees. Precooking the potatoes in the microwave and letting them cool before roasting them in a hot oven makes them light and crispy. The basil, thyme, and garlic make a great flavor combination that complements many other dishes, but you can use many different herbs on your potatoes. Once you've tried this recipe, experiment with other herbs.