Brine Boiled Fingerling Potatoes

Ingredients

• 1 1/4 pounds kosher salt
• 2 quarts water
• 2 pounds small fingerling potatoes, cleaned
• 4 tablespoons butter
• 1 teaspoon Freshly ground black pepper
• 1 tablespoon freshly chopped chives

Instructions

1. 1

   Combine the salt, water, and potatoes in a 6-7 quart pot and bring to a boil over high heat. Reduce the heat to medium-high and continue cooking until the potatoes are fork-tender, 25 to 30 minutes. Remove the potatoes from the pot with tongs to a wire rack and let cool for 5 to 7 minutes.

2. 2

   Toss with the butter, pepper, and chives and serve.