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Bring a large pot of water to a boil. Add the potatoes. (I used to add the potatoes to the cold water. I was told that the potatoes got too mushy outside before cooking inside.) Bring to a boil, then simmer for about 15 minutes or until tender. Drain the potatoes well in a colander. Return them to the pot. Add the sour cream, butter, salt, pepper, and garlic. Mash with a potato masher. Add a little skim milk at a time until you achieve a desired lumpy consistency. If you like smooth potatoes, use your electric mixer. Mix in the optional parsley.