Boiled Potatoes

• Potatoes
• Cold water
• Salt

Peel potatoes. Cover with cold water and set on hot fire. When they reach boiling point, add salt, remove scum, cover and boil slowly until tender, about half hour. The quantity and size of potatoes determines the cooking time. Drain, cover and put back on slow fire. Gently shake pot over the flame, raising the lid to allow steam to escape freely. This will dry and make the potatoes mealy. If y