To Boil Potatoes

Ingredients

• Potatoes
• Coarse sea salt

Directions

1. Peel the potatoes thinly and wash them well in cold water without soaking.

2. Place the potatoes in a saucepan designated for vegetables and cover them with cold water.

3. Add a pinch of coarse sea salt and bring to a boil.

4. Reduce heat and simmer gently for about 20 minutes.

5. Test with a fork; if soft, strain off the water.

6. Toss the potatoes in the saucepan over low heat until dry.

7. If potatoes begin to break, pour off most of the water, leaving about 1 inch in the bottom.

8. Cook slowly in the remaining water, then strain and dry.

9. For troublesome potatoes, steam them for 1 to 1.5 hours, depending on the water quantity.