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Make Ahead Mashed Potatoes

These make ahead mashed potatoes are Russet potatoes that are boiled until tender, then combined with butter, garlic, cream cheese and seasonings to make the ultimate side dish. The perfect recipe to make before a big holiday when you don't want to spend the whole day in the kitchen!

Prep Time
20 mins
Cook Time
1 hr
Total Time
1 hr 20 mins
Servings: 10
Calories: 328 kcal
Course: Side Dish
Cuisine: American

Ingredients

  • 4 pounds Russet potatoes peeled and cut into quarters
  • 1/4 cup butter
  • 1 1/2 teaspoons garlic minced
  • 8 ounces cream cheese cut into small cubes
  • 1 1/4 cups milk
  • 1 1/2 teaspoons kosher salt or more to taste
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper or more to taste
  • cooking spray
For serving
  • 2 tablespoons chopped parsley
  • additional butter for garnish optional

Instructions

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  1. Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil.
  2. Add the potatoes and cook for 20 minutes or until potatoes are tender.
  3. Drain the potatoes, then place them back into the pot.
  4. Place the butter and garlic in a small bowl. Microwave the bowl for 30 second increments until the butter is melted.
  5. Add the melted garlic butter, cream cheese, milk, salt and pepper to the pot of potatoes.
  6. Mash the potatoes until they're smooth and creamy.
  7. Coat a 3 quart or larger oven safe baking dish with cooking spray.
  8. Spread the potatoes in an even layer in the dish and cover with foil.
  9. Refrigerate for up to 3 days.
  10. When you're ready to warm the potatoes, preheat the oven to 350 degrees F.
  11. Place the covered pan of potatoes in the oven. Bake for 30-40 minutes or until potatoes are warmed through.
  12. Top with parsley and additional butter if desired, then serve.

Notes

  • Keep your peeled potatoes from browning by placing them in a bowl of water as you cut them.
  • I typically use whole milk in this recipe, but have also tested it with low fat milk, half and half, and heavy cream with good results.
  • No Russet potatoes on hand? This recipe will also work with Yukon Gold potatoes.

Nutrition Information

Calories 328kcal (16%) Carbohydrates 34g (11%) Protein 5g (10%) Fat 17g (26%) Saturated Fat 10g (50%) Cholesterol 57mg (19%) Sodium 448mg (19%) Potassium 774mg (22%) Fiber 2g (8%) Sugar 1g (2%) Vitamin A 633IU (13%) Vitamin C 11mg (12%) Calcium 43mg (4%) Iron 2mg (11%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 10Serving

Amount Per Serving

Calories 328

% Daily Value*

Calories 328kcal 16%
Carbohydrates 34g 11%
Protein 5g 10%
Fat 17g 26%
Saturated Fat 10g 50%
Cholesterol 57mg 19%
Sodium 448mg 19%
Potassium 774mg 16%
Fiber 2g 8%
Sugar 1g 2%
Vitamin A 633IU 13%
Vitamin C 11mg 12%
Calcium 43mg 4%
Iron 2mg 11%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.