Kartoffeln mit Wein und Basilkumsosse (Potatoes in Wine & Basil Sauce) (2010 World Cup Germany Recipe) | International Food

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Kartoffeln mit Wein und Basilkumsosse (Potatoes in Wine & Basil Sauce) (2010 World Cup Germany Recipe)

Germany will play Spain at 2:30 p.m. ET at Moses Mabhida Stadium in Durban, South Africa for the right to play in the 2010 World Cup final in Johannesburg on July 11th, 2010. Germany is fresh off two dominating performances against England and a dismantling of perennial favorite Argentina. Germany will seek to avenge a loss to Spain in the 2008 European Championship final. This potato and basil recipe is characteristic of the wonderful food prevalent in and around the countryside of a united Germany. Good luck Germany!

1 1/2 pounds new potatoes

2 garlic cloves, minced

1/2 cup chopped chives

1 1/2 cups dry white wine

1/4 cup basil or tarragon vinegar

3/4 teaspoons dried basil or 1 1/2 Tablespoons fresh basil

Freshly ground black pepper

2 teaspoons Dijon mustard

2 Tablespoons chopped fresh basil leaves or parsley

1. Wash potatoes and cut lengthwise into quarters.

2. Place potatoes, garlic, chives, wine, vinegar, basil and pepper in a medium saucepan.

3. Bring to a boil over medium heat. Reduce heat to medium-low; cover with tight-fitting lid.