Boiled Buttered Potatoes

Name: Boiled Buttered Potatoes
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 20 min
Total time: 30 min
Yield: 8
Ingredients: 6 large russet potatoes- about 7 cups cut in chunks; 8 c water to cover; 1 tsp salt; 1 stick butter or margarine; 1/2 tsp salt; 1/2 tsp black pepper, coarse ground (optional)

By Gail Welch
@sugarshack

These simple potatoes were always a staple in our house. Mama made them frequently. She would serve them as a side dish with pinto beans, green beans, peas or corn. They are delicious with a little pepper sauce sprinkled over them or topped with shredded cheddar cheese.

Rating:

★★★★★ 1 vote5

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Serves:

Prep:

10 Min

Cook:

20 Min

Ingredients

6

large russet potatoes- about 7 cups cut in chunks
8 c

water to cover
1 tsp

salt
1 stick

butter or margarine
1/2 tsp

salt
1/2 tsp

black pepper, coarse ground (optional)
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How to Make Boiled Buttered Potatoes

Step-by-Step

Wash and peel potatoes. Cut into chunks (about 1-inch) and rinse.
Place in large sauce pan and cover with water. Add 1 tsp salt. Bring to a boil and cook until tender-approximately 20-25 minutes.
When done, drain potatoes, leaving about 1/2 cup liquid (water) in them. Add 1 stick of butter or margarine; heat until melted. Occasionally, stir gently, being careful not to mash potatoes into mush. Remove from heat.
Gently, stir in 1/2 tsp salt or more to taste. Sprinkle black pepper over top, if desired.

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