3 lb. potatoes (about 4 lg.)
1/2 tsp. salt
2 tbsp. butter
2 (3 oz.) pkg. cream cheese, softened
2/3 c. commercial sour cream
1/4 c. milk
3/4 tsp. salt
1 tbsp. butter, melted
1/2 tsp. paprika

Place potatoes in a saucepan; add water to cover and 1/2 teaspoon salt.

Bring to a boil; cover, reduce heat to medium and simmer 25 minutes or until potatoes are tender. Drain. Peel potatoes; place in a large mixing bowl and mash with a potato masher. Add 2 tablespoons butter and next 4 ingredients, mixing until all ingredients are blended.

Spoon mixture into a lightly greased 12 x 8 x 2 inch baking dish. Brush top of mixture with melted butter; sprinkle with paprika. Bake immediately, or cover and refrigerate. If refrigerated, let stand at room temperature 30 minutes before baking. Bake at 350 degrees, uncovered, 30 minutes or until hot. Yield: 6-8 servings.