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Make-Ahead Mashed Potatoes

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| Published on November 25, 2024

These make-ahead mashed potatoes can be made several days ahead and stored in the fridge to save you time on busy holidays.

Prep Time:

10 mins

Cook Time:

1 hour 10 mins

Additional Time:

45 mins

Total Time:

2 hours 5 mins

Servings:

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Save time this holiday season with this rich, creamy, and flavorful make-ahead mashed potato recipe.

Make-Ahead Mashed Potatoes Ingredients

You’ll need just a few basic ingredients to prep this make-ahead mashed potato recipe:

Potatoes: This recipe starts with five pounds of Yukon gold potatoes.
Sour cream: Sour cream lends creaminess and subtly tangy flavor.
Cream cheese: You’ll also need two packages of cream cheese for these rich mashed potatoes.
Milk: Milk helps create the perfect smooth, velvety texture.
Seasonings: Season the make-ahead mashed potatoes with onion salt and black pepper.

How to Make Mashed Potatoes Ahead of Time

You’ll find the full, step-by-step recipe below — but here’s a brief overview of what you can expect when you make make-ahead mashed potatoes:

Boil and drain the potatoes.
Mash the potatoes and stir in the remaining ingredients.
Transfer the mixture to a casserole dish.
Let cool, then cover with aluminum foil and refrigerate for up to two days

How to Cook Make-Ahead Mashed Potatoes

When you’re ready to bake, let the potatoes come to room temperature. Bake at 325 degrees F for 50 minutes.

Can You Make These Mashed Potatoes Right Away?

Yes! If you plan on serving these right away, preheat the oven to 325 degrees F (165 degrees C) before you start cooking the potatoes in Step 1. Then follow Steps 1, 2, and 5.

Ingredients

2 (3 ounce) packages cream cheese

8 ounces sour cream

2 teaspoons onion salt

5 pounds Yukon Gold potatoes, cubed

½ cup milk

ground black pepper to taste

Directions

Step 1

Gather all ingredients.

Step 2

Place potatoes in a large pot of lightly salted water. Bring to a boil and cook until tender, about 15 minutes; drain.

Step 3

Transfer potatoes into a large bowl and mash.

Step 4

Stir in sour cream, cream cheese, milk, onion salt, and pepper until well combined.

Step 5

Transfer into a large casserole dish. Let potatoes cool completely, 15 to 20 minutes. Cover with aluminum foil and refrigerate for up to 2 days.

Step 6

When ready to bake, remove casserole from the refrigerator and let sit for 30 minutes on the counter. Preheat the oven to 325 degrees F (165 degrees C).

Step 7

Bake, covered, in the preheated oven for 50 minutes.

Nutrition Facts(per serving)

245

Calories

Fat

36g

Carbs

Protein

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Nutrition Facts

Servings per Recipe: 12

Calories: 245

% Daily Value *

Total Fat: 9g

11.5%

Saturated Fat: 6g

30.0%

Cholesterol: 25mg

8.3%

Sodium: 370mg

16.1%

Total Carbohydrate: 36g

13.1%

Dietary Fiber: 3g

10.7%

Total Sugars: 1g

2.0%

Protein: 6g

12.0%

Vitamin C: 0mg

0.0%

Calcium: 46mg

3.5%

Iron: 0mg

0.0%

Potassium : 62mg

1.3%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

** Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.

(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.

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