Simple Mashed Potatoes

Directions

1. 1
   Place the potatoes in a heavy saucepan, cover with water, bring to a boil and simmer about 40 minutes, until the potatoes are tender.
2. 2
   Drain potatoes and, holding them in a clean kitchen towel, peel off skins.
3. 3
   Quickly rinse cooking pot.
4. 4
   Bring the milk barely to a simmer in a small saucepan.
5. 5
   Mash the potatoes by putting them through a ricer back into the rinsed cooking pot or mash them with a fork in the pot.
6. 6
   Add as much warm milk as is needed to make them smooth and the consistency you like, then stir in as much butter, salt and pepper as you wish.
7. 7
   Serve at once or reheat briefly before serving.