3 lbs. boiling potatoes (about 12)
8 scallions
6 tbsp. butter
1/2 tsp. pepper
6 tbsp. milk
2 1/2 tsp. salt

Cut potatoes in chunks. Put in large pot with salted water to cover. Bring to a boil and cook until tender (about 25 minutes). Drain. Slice scallions, including the green tops. Melt butter in the pot used to cook the potatoes. Add scallions and cook over low heat until tender, about 5-10 minutes.

Peel potatoes and mash with 2 1/4 teaspoon salt and 1/2 teaspoon pepper and the milk. Stir into scallions and heat through. Taste for seasoning. Add salt and pepper as needed. 8 servings.