Do the Mashed Potatoes

Directions

1. 1
   Put the potatoes in a medium saucepan and cover them with water.
2. 2
   Salt the water generously.
3. 3
   Bring to a boil and simmer for 15 minutes or until the potatoes are tender but not mushy.
4. 4
   Meanwhile, combine the milk and butter in a small saucepan set over medium-low heat.
5. 5
   Bring to a simmer and remove from the heat.
6. 6
   Drain the potatoes, return them to the pan, and set the pan over low heat for 1 minute to dry the potatoes out.
7. 7
   Remove the pan from the heat and mash the potatoes with a potato masher or fork while gradually adding the warm milk mixture.
8. 8
   Season with salt and pepper.