Wash potatoes & cut the larger ones in half.  On the stovetop melt 4 tablespoons butter over medium-high heat.   Toss in the potatoes and stir to coat with butter.  Salt & pepper the potatoes.  Cook on stovetop until the potatoes begin to brown.

Then move to a 350-degree oven.  Bake until the potatoes are soft in the center (20-30 minutes).