Potatoes with lemon and basil

Ingredients:

• 16 small new potatoes, halved
• 2 cups lightly salted chicken broth
• 0.5 cup freshly squeezed lemon juice + 2 tsp.
• 2 tbsp. l. olive oil
• 1 teaspoon coarse salt + more to taste
• 1/4 tsp freshly ground black pepper + more to taste
• 1 teaspoon lemon zest
• 1/4 cup chopped fresh basil leaves

Preparation:

1. In a medium saucepan, combine the potatoes, chicken broth, lemon juice, 2 tablespoons olive oil, 1 teaspoon salt, and 1/4 teaspoon black pepper. Bring to a boil over medium heat. Reduce heat and simmer until the potatoes are tender, about 20-25 minutes.
2. Drain the potatoes and place them in a serving bowl. Drizzle with the remaining olive oil. Add the lemon zest and 3 tablespoons of basil. Mix thoroughly and sprinkle with the remaining finely chopped basil.