Country of origin: Peru – “the potato capital of the world”
This was always a favorite for any potluck, complimenting any menu.

6 potatoes
1 teaspoon salt
½ cup butter or margarine
½ cup sour cream
½ cup milk

Clean and peel potatoes. Dice into quarters or eighths and place in boiling water for about 15 to 20 minutes, until to soft enough to pierce with a fork. Drain water. Add salt, butter, and sour cream. Mash with potato masher, mixing in the ingredients. Slowly add milk you may need more or less milk, stirring constantly until you achieve the desire consistency.