Boiled Potatoes Recipe

Time30m

Serves4

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Ingredients

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1
Wash and Peel Potatoes
Begin by thoroughly washing the potatoes under running water to remove any dirt. Once clean, peel the potatoes using a vegetable peeler.
2
Cut Potatoes
After peeling, cut the potatoes into evenly sized chunks (about 1 to 2 inches) to ensure they cook uniformly.

3
Boil Water
In a large pot, add 2 liters of water and bring it to a rolling boil over high heat.
4
Add Salt
Once the water is boiling, add 1 teaspoon of salt to the pot to enhance the flavor of the potatoes.
5
Cook Potatoes
Carefully add the potato chunks to the boiling water. Reduce the heat to medium-high and let them cook for about 15-20 minutes or until fork-tender.
6
Drain Potatoes
Once the potatoes are cooked, use a colander to drain the water from the pot.

7
Add Butter and Seasonings
Transfer the drained potatoes back to the pot. If desired, add 2 tablespoons of butter, chopped fresh parsley, and black pepper to taste. Gently toss to combine.
8
Serve
Serve the boiled potatoes hot as a side dish or as a base for other meals.