home fries recipe

**Ingredients:** - 4 large potatoes, peeled and diced into 1/2-inch cubes - 1 large onion, chopped - 1 bell pepper, chopped (optional) - 2 tablespoons olive oil or butter - 1 teaspoon garlic powder - 1 teaspoon paprika - 1/2 teaspoon dried thyme - Salt and pepper to taste - Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)