Vernalisa's Holiday Potato Casserole

3 pounds potatoes, peeled & quartered 1 1/2 sticks butter (6 ounces) 2 small (3 oz) packages cream cheese, softened 1 cup shredded Cheddar cheese 1 jar (2 oz) chopped pimiento, drained 1 small green pepper, finely chopped **I like a spicy one 6 green onions, finely chopped 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese 1/4 cup milk 1 teaspoon salt

PREPARATION:

Cook potatoes in boiling water to cover 15 minutes or until tender; drain and mash. Add butter and cream cheese; beat at medium speed with and electric mixer until smooth. Stir in 1/2 cup Cheddar cheese and next 6 ingredients; spoon into lightly buttered 11x7x1 1/2 inch baking dish.

Bake at 350° for 30 to 40 minutes, or until thoughly heated. Sprinkle with remaining cheese; bake 5 minutes or until cheese melts.

You may prepare the night before (except for cheese topping) and refrigerate, covered, overnight. Let stand at room temperature 30 minutes before baking.