Perfect Garlic Roasted Potatoes

to 3 pounds red or white potatoes – small potatoes are best. If using small potatoes, cut in half or in quarters. Larger potatoes, cut into large bite size pieces – see photo above for size.   

olive oil, enough to lightly coat potatoes

to 6 garlic cloves, minced 

fresh group black pepper to taste 

to 1 1/2 teaspoons kosher salt or sea salt (adjust to taste or diet)

dry parsley flakes or *2 tablespoons fresh parsley, minced