Mashed Potatoes

Directions

1. 1
   In a kettle combine the potatoes with enough cold water to cover them by 2 inches, bring the water to a boil, and add salt to taste.
2. 2
   Simmer the potatoes for 1 hour, or until they are tender, drain them, and return them to the kettle.
3. 3
   Steam the potatoes, covered, shaking the kettle, for 30 seconds, or until they are dry.
4. 4
   Peel the potatoes while they are still warm, force them through a ricer or a food mill fitted with the coarse disk into a bowl, and beat in the milk, scalded, the butter, and salt and pepper to taste.
5. 5
   Transfer the potatoes to a heated serving dish.