Ingredients

  • 3/4 cup dry white wine
  • 1/4 cup white vinegar
  • 3 tablespoons unsalted butter
  • 1 medium shallot, finely chopped
  • 1 1/2 pounds baby red new potatoes, scrubbed and quartered
  • 2 tablespoons water
  • Salt and freshly ground pepper
  • 2 tablespoons coarsely chopped tarragon leaves

Method

  • In a medium saucepan, combine the white wine with the vinegar, butter, shallot, potatoes and water and bring to a boil.
  • Cover and cook over moderately high heat, stirring occasionally, until the potatoes are tender, about 15 minutes.
  • Transfer the potatoes to a bowl and season with salt and pepper.
  • Toss with the tarragon and serve.