Easy Make-Ahead Mashed Potatoes

Easy Make-Ahead Mashed Potatoes
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Prepare the potatoes one day ahead of time to ease meal preparation.
30 min
Prep Time
5:40
Total Time
10 servings

Ingredients

Potatoes

8 cups (about 4 pounds)
peeled potatoes, cut into 1-inch pieces
2 teaspoons
salt
3/4 cup
milk
1/2 cup
Land O Lakes® Butter, softened
3 ounces
cream cheese, softened, cut into chunks
Salt
Pepper

Garnish

Paprika, if desired
Chopped fresh parsley, if desired

Directions

  1. Place potatoes in 4-quart saucepan. Cover with water; add 2 teaspoons salt. Bring to a boil over high heat. Reduce heat to medium. Cook potatoes 15-18 minutes or until fork tender. Drain.
  2. Place hot, cooked potatoes in bowl. Add all remaining ingredients; mash with potato masher or beat with hand mixer until smooth. Add salt and pepper to taste. Place potatoes in 3-quart casserole. Cover; refrigerate 4 hours or overnight.
  3. Heat oven to 325°F.
  4. Pour remaining 1/2 cup milk over potatoes. Cover; bake 30 minutes. Stir. Cover; continue baking 30-40 minutes or until heated through. Sprinkle with paprika and chopped parsley, if desired.

Recipe Tips

Nutrition Facts (1 serving)

Calories
260
Cholesterol
35mg
Carbohydrates
33g
Protein
4g
Fat
12g
Sodium
580mg
Dietary Fiber
3g

Recipe Comments and Reviews

Rating

I first used this recipe a few years back for Thanksgiving and everyone loved it. I know make it a staple side dish for my special meals. Kids and adults alike love it!

Posted December 21, 2010 by Stephanie

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