Mr. Food: Salt Potatoes

Serves: 6

Cooking Time: 30 min

Ingredients

• 3 pounds small new ("creamer") potatoes
• 4 quarts water
• 1 cup salt (see Note)
• 1/2 cup (1 stick) butter

Instructions

1. Place potatoes and water in a large pot. Pour salt over potatoes, cover, and bring to a boil over high heat.
    
2. Reduce heat to medium and cook 25 minutes, or until potatoes are fork-tender. Serve with melted butter for dipping.
    

Note

For that authentic Central New York flavor, use an additional 1/2 cup salt.