Day Before Mashed Potatoes

Day Before Mashed Potatoes
  • PREP TIME
    20 mins
  • COOK TIME
    30 mins
  • TOTAL TIME
    8 hrs 50 mins
  • SERVING
    8 People
  • VIEWS
    3.7K

Unlock the secret to stress-free holiday meals with these make-ahead mashed potatoes! Creamy, flavorful, and incredibly convenient, they're the perfect side dish to prepare in advance, leaving you more time to enjoy the festivities.

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Nutrition

  • Carbohydrate
    44 g
  • Cholesterol
    44 mg
  • Fiber
    5 g
  • Protein
    7 g
  • Saturated Fat
    10 g
  • Sodium
    404 mg
  • Sugar
    2 g
  • Fat
    17 g
  • Unsaturated Fat
    0 g

DIRECTIONS

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01 Step

Recipe View 15 mins In a large pot, bring salted water to a rolling boil. Add the cubed potatoes and cook until fork-tender, about 15 minutes. Drain well and transfer the potatoes to a large bowl.

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Recipe View 2 mins Using a potato masher or an electric mixer, mash the potatoes until smooth and creamy. Stir in the softened cream cheese, sour cream, butter, onion powder, salt, and pepper until well combined. Ensure there are no lumps.

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03 Step

Recipe View 5 mins Transfer the potato mixture to an airtight container. Cover and refrigerate for at least 8 hours, or ideally overnight, to allow the flavors to meld.

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04 Step

Recipe View 5 mins When ready to bake, preheat your oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Lightly grease a medium-sized baking dish.

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05 Step

Recipe View 10 mins Spoon the chilled potato mixture into the prepared baking dish, spreading it evenly. Bake in the preheated oven for about 30 minutes, or until heated through and lightly golden on top.

For extra richness, try using half-and-half or heavy cream instead of sour cream.
Adding a clove of minced garlic to the potatoes while boiling can enhance the flavor profile.
If you prefer a smoother texture, use a ricer instead of a masher.
To prevent a skin from forming while refrigerating, press a piece of plastic wrap directly onto the surface of the potatoes before covering.

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RECIPE REVIEWS

Avarage Rating: 4.6/ 5 ( 1.2K Ratings)
Total Reviews: (3)
  • Elvis Bailey

    I added a little roasted garlic to mine and it was a hit!

  • Kenya Bernhard

    These were a lifesaver during Thanksgiving! So easy to make ahead and they tasted amazing!

  • Bonnie Harris

    My family loved these! They were so creamy and flavorful, even better than the ones I usually make from scratch on the day of.

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