Real Irish Champ

Directions

1. 1
   The best way to prepare the potatoes is to cook them in a steamer and then pass them through a food mill.
2. 2
   Alternatively, boil until soft but not mushy, drain and return them to the heat to dry somewhat before mashing.
3. 3
   In any case keep hot.
4. 4
   Chop the scallions finely, both green and white parts, and cook for 5 minutes in the milk.
5. 5
   Beat this mixture into the mashed potatoes until smoooth and fluffy, season to taste and serve a large mound on each plate with a good knob of butter melting into the top.
6. 6
   Each forkful is dipped into the melted butter as it is eaten.
7. 7
   Very good with a glass of cold milk.