Mashed Potatoes

Peel, wash, and slice five potatoes.
Boil in salted water (this will take about 40 minutes).
When potatoes can easily be stabbed with a fork, drain the water.
Add two tablespoons of butter and a teaspoon of salt.
Start with about 1/4 cup of milk.
Mix together, and add the three above ingredients as necessary to get the desired consistency and taste.