Plain mashed potatoes

Ingredients:

• 900 g medium potatoes, thoroughly washed (3-4 tubers)
• 80 g unsalted butter, room temperature, cut into pieces
• 1 cup warm cream 10%

Preparation:

1. Place the potatoes in a large saucepan, add enough cold water to just cover, and season generously with salt. Bring to a boil over medium heat and simmer, uncovered, until the potatoes are tender, 45-55 minutes.
2. Drain the potatoes, peel them with an oven mitt or kitchen towel, and transfer them to a large bowl. Add the butter, warm cream, 1.5 teaspoons of salt, and a few turns of the black peppercorns. Mash with a potato masher.