Potato Farls (Irish)

Instructions

1. 1

   Peel and halve potatoes; put in large saucepan with enough water to cover.

2. 2

   Bring to boil; simmer, covered, 20 to 30 minutes, until fork-tender.

3. 3

   Drain well; return to saucepan over low heat. Add butter; mash potatoes well.

4. 4

   Stir in flour and salt.

5. 5

   Gather mixture into a ball; turn onto lightly floured surface. Knead lightly until smooth.

6. 6

   Divide dough in half. Roll out one half into an 8 in. (20 cm) circle, about 1/4 in. thick.

7. 7

   Cut into quarters; set aside. Repeat with remaining dough.

8. 8

   In large nonstick skillet, heat half the oil over medium-high heat.

9. 9

   Cook dough quarters in batches, 2 minutes on each side or until golden brown, adding more oil as necessary.

10. 10

    Serve warm.