Ingredients

• 6 white potatoes, diced
• 1/2 cup sour cream
• 1/4 cup milk
• 1/4 cup butter
• 1/4 cup finely diced jalapeno pepper, or to taste
• 1/4 cup shredded Monterey Jack cheese
• 1 tablespoon garlic powder

Instructions

1. Place potatoes into a large pot and cover with salted water; bring to a boil. Reduce heat to medium-low and simmer until tender, about 20 to 25 minutes. Drain.
2. Mash the potatoes with sour cream, milk, butter, jalapeno pepper, Monterey Jack cheese, and garlic powder in a bowl using a potato masher or fork until smooth and fully incorporated.