Preheat the oven (180° C fan).
Wash the potatoes thoroughly & cut them in halves (no need to peel!).
In the casserole mix the olive oil w/ the dried herbs & spices.
Add the pressed garlic & the parmesan (if using!).
Add the potatoes & mix thoroughly.
Let the potatoes bake in the oven for about 40 min. After 20 min turn the potatoes over.
optional: When removed from the oven distribute the butter over the potatoes & let soak in.