Wash the potatoes thoroughly
Peel the potatoes if desired
Cut large potatoes into evenly sized pieces
Place the potatoes in a pot
Cover the potatoes with cold water
Add a generous pinch of salt
Bring the water to a boil
Reduce to a gentle simmer
Cook until the potatoes are just tender when pierced with a fork
Drain the potatoes immediately
Let the potatoes cool before mixing into potato salad