A traditional Irish recipe for St. Patrick's Day, Champ is mashed potatoes at their best.

4 lbs. potatoes, peeled and cubed

1/2 lb. scallions, chopped

10 oz. milk

6 tblsp. butter

Salt and pepper

Cook potatoes in salted, boiling water under tender.
While the potatoes are cooking, simmer the milk and scallions together for about five minutes. Do not let the milk boil, keep it at a low simmer only.
Drain the potatoes and return them to the pot. Place the pot back on the stove with the heat turned off and cover with a clean tea towel to help absorb the moisture.
Mash the potatoes thoroughly.
Add the hot milk and scallions, salt, pepper, and 4 tablespoons of the butter. Stir until the butter has melted and everything is well combined.
Melt the remaining two tablespoons of butter. Set aside for serving.
Serve piled high on the plate with a well of melted butter in the center.