Step 1

Cover potatoes with water in a large soup pot.

Step 2

Cook over medium heat until fork tender, about 20 minutes. Remove from heat and drain.

Step 3

Add milk and butter to the potatoes. Place back on medium heat and allow milk to bubble slightly around the edges of the soup pot, about 5 to 10 minutes.

Step 4

Remove from heat and ladle into soup bowls.

Step 5

Serve with salt and pepper to taste.