add the salt, sage and pepper. toss until well blended.
place the butter on a large griddle or in a large skillet over medium high heat.
when the butter is melted and bubbling add the potatoes.
toss well on the griddle for about 5 minutes and then gather them together into two piles.
press down to flatten each pile.
adjust the heat so that the potatoes cook slowly without burning � generally medium to medium-high.
after about 5 minutes turn and cook on the other side for 3 to 5 minutes. 