Creamy Buttery Make Ahead Mashed Potatoes Recipe
Indulge in the rich, creamy goodness of these make-ahead mashed potatoes. Perfect for holiday gatherings or anytime you want a comforting side dish that can be prepared in advance.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 45 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour 5 minutes
- Yield: 10 servings 1x
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Baking, Boiling, Mashing
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
Scale
Potatoes:
- 5 pounds russet potatoes, peeled and cut into 2-inch chunks
Seasoning:
- 12 tablespoons butter (1 1/2 sticks)
- 2 teaspoons kosher salt
- 1/2 teaspoon white pepper
Additional:
- 8 oz cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup half and half, heated
Instructions
- Cook Potatoes: Place potatoes in a large pot, cover with water, bring to a boil, then simmer for 15-20 minutes until tender.
- Drain and Mash: Drain potatoes well, return to pot, add cubed butter, salt, and pepper. Mash until smooth.
- Add Creaminess: Mix in softened cream cheese, then stir in hot half and half until well combined.
- Bake: Transfer to a baking dish, top with butter slices, cover, and bake at 350°F for 35-45 minutes. For a golden top, uncover for the last few minutes.
- Finish: Sprinkle with finely diced chives before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 11g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 42g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 50mg
Keywords: Mashed Potatoes, Make-Ahead, Creamy, Holiday Side Dish
