Potatoes are the quintessential comfort food, whether mashed, baked, scalloped, roasted or boiled. Don't let all the salt in this central new york specialty scare you. Its purpose is to raise the boiling point of the water, so the potatoes cook at a higher temperature. The result is perfectly seasoned potatoes with a creamy texture. Serve simply with melted butter or toss with fresh herbs for a great potato side dish.