"Parboil" cut potatoes in the microwave: Place cut potatoes in a microwave safe dish and cook in microwave for 5-6 minutes until a fork can be easily inserted. Let potatoes cool for about 5 minutes.
Transfer potatoes into a large mixing bowl. Add duck fat, salt, pepper, garlic and herbs to the potatoes and gently stir together until potatoes are evenly coated.
On a baking sheet, spread the seasoned potatoes out in a single layer.
Bake the potatoes for 20-30 minutes until crispy and cooked through.
Notes
To parboil your potatoes the traditional way- Boil potatoes in a large pot of water until fork tender, drain and let rest for 10 minutes. Be sure to remove as much water as possible before tossing in fat to ensure they turn out crispy in the oven.