Dad's Mashed Potatoes

Making mashed potatoes is a serious business to my dad. If you add or alter them in anyway he accuses you of destroying them! The funny thing is, my Grandpa takes mashed potato making serious too. Must be a Smith man thing. Here is Dad's simple yet yummy recipe for flawless potatoes.

DAD'S MASHED POTATOES
Potatoes, peeled and cut into equal pieces
water, to boil potatoes in
1/4 C of milk
1/4 C of butter
1/4 C of sour cream
1 t salt

Place the potatoes in a pot of boiling water. Bring back to a boil then turn the heat down to medium-low. Cook for 35-45 minutes or until the potatoes fall apart when poked with a fork. Drain the water off the potatoes. Mash the potatoes. Add milk, butter, sour cream and salt. Mash a bit more then blend with a mixer until smooth. If needed, add more milk, butter, and/or salt to taste.