Pour the water into a pan on the stop top. Add salt and heat over high heat stirring constantly until the dissolves and the water becomes clear again.
Carefully add potatoes and cover the pan.
Simmer for 15-20 minutes or until the potatoes are tender.
Drain the water from the pan, leaving the potatoes in the pan. Recover the pan and let potatoes sit, undisturbed until the water has evaporated from the skins, leaving a fine layer of salt.
Melt the butter and drizzle over the potatoes before serving. Sprinkle with parsley, if desired.
Hack: Leftovers can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 5 days.
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