Ingredients:

  Amount  Measure       Ingredient -- Preparation Method
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   8      medium        potatoes -- (2 to 3 lbs)
   8      ounces        cream cheese -- softened
   8      ounces        sour cream
     1/2  cup           butter or margarine
     1/4  teaspoon      garlic powder
     1/4  teaspoon      pepper
   4      ounces        cheddar cheese -- grated (1 cup)

Preparation:

Peel and quarter potatoes. In a large saucepan, cook potatoes in enough water to cover for 20 to 25 minutes or until tender. Drain off liquid. In a large mixing bowl, combine the potatoes, cream cheese, sour cream, butter/margarine, garlic powder, and pepper. Beat the mixture with an electric mixer till fluffy. Turn mixture into a buttered 2-qt. casserole or baking dish. Top with cheddar cheese. Cover and bake in 350 degree F oven for 45 minutes. Uncover and bake for 15 minutes more.