In a saucepan, pour water, let the water boil, throw the bay leaf, salt and lower the potatoes into boiling water. This is done to ensure that the maximum amount of vitamins is left in the potatoes. If the potatoes are dipped in cold water, then when cooking, most of the vitamins will pass into the broth. Boil the potatoes until tender, but the main thing is not to allow it to crumble. Drain the water from the potatoes and let them dry slightly.