Herbed Potatoes 'n' Peas

This is my dad's recipe which I think he got from his mom. Anyway, I love it and it makes me think of home.

• Ready In: 1 hr 8 mins
• Serves: 6

Ingredients

• 1  lb small red potato
• 2  bay leaves
• 1⁄4 cup butter or 1⁄4 cup margarine
• 3⁄4 teaspoon salt
• 1⁄4 teaspoon dried marjoram
• 1⁄4 teaspoon thyme
•  pepper
• 1 (10 ounce) package  frozen peas, thawed

Directions

1. Place potatoes and bay leaves in a saucean; cover with water.
2. Bring to a boil.
3. Cover and cook for 8 to 10 minutes or just until tender; drain.
4. Cut potatoes into quarters and return to pan.
5. Add butter and seasonings.
6. Cover and cook for 5-8 minutes or until potatoes are tender, stirring occasionally.
7. Stir in peas; heat through.
8. Discard bay leaves.