Best 4 Best Old Fashioned Mashed Potatoes For A Crowd Recipes

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Mashed potatoes are a comforting and versatile dish that can be enjoyed by people of all ages. They can be served as a side dish to a variety of main courses, or they can be the star of the show. This article provides recipes for three different versions of mashed potatoes: classic mashed potatoes, garlic mashed potatoes, and cheesy mashed potatoes. All three recipes are easy to follow and can be made with ingredients that you probably already have in your kitchen.

The classic mashed potatoes recipe is a simple but delicious dish that is perfect for everyday meals. The garlic mashed potatoes recipe adds a bit of extra flavor with the addition of garlic and herbs. And the cheesy mashed potatoes recipe is a decadent dish that is perfect for special occasions.

No matter which recipe you choose, you are sure to enjoy these delicious mashed potatoes. They are a classic comfort food that will warm your heart and soul.

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

OLD FASHIONED MASHED POTATOES



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Provided by Robert Irvine : Food Network

Categories     side-dish

Time 50m

Yield 20 servings

Number Of Ingredients 5

20 large Idaho potatoes, peeled and diced
4 cups (2 pounds or 8 sticks) unsalted butter
1 quart heavy cream
Salt and freshly ground black pepper
1 cup chives, chopped

Steps:

  • In a large saucepan boil the potatoes until fork tender, drain all the liquid and return to saucepan. Smash together with a potato masher removing all the lumps.
  • Add the butter and heavy cream, a little at a time, until you reach the required consistency. Add salt and pepper, to taste, and serve garnished with chopped chives.
  • Note: Just before finishing you could add any other flavorings desired!

MAKE AHEAD MASHED POTATOES FOR A CROWD



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A variation on Cindy Scheck's recipe # 71205, Make Ahead Mashed Potatoes for Crock Pot, adjusted to feed my large family at holiday gatherings. These are super easy and very good. It looks like a lot of directions, but it's really not - that's just me being loquacious and sleep-deprived. Cooking time is a rough estimate - I wasn't really paying attention. Don't look at the calories!

Provided by StylinDog

Categories     Potato

Time 1h15m

Yield 20-25 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 5

10 lbs russet potatoes
1 lb butter, divided
500 g cream cheese
750 ml sour cream
1 bunch chives (optional garnish) or 1 bunch green onion, chopped (optional garnish)

Steps:

  • Butter and cream cheese should be allowed to soften at room temperature for ease of use. Leaving them on the counter while you peel the potatoes should be sufficient.
  • Peel potatoes, rinse, and cut into large chunks. Place in a large stockpot and fill with enough water to cover the potatoes and boil till tender.
  • While potatoes boil, blend 1 1/3 cup butter with the cream cheese. (This is best done in a stand mixer.) Add sour cream and mix well. Set aside.
  • Chop green onions, and refrigerate in a ziplock bag till serving time.
  • Drain cooked potatoes and mash or whip to your liking (I like them super smooth, but some people prefer them lumpy.).
  • Add the dairy blend to the potatoes and mix well. You can either do this in your stock pot, or divide it up into more manageable portions.
  • Once it's all mixed, load it into your crockpot and whack it into the fridge.
  • On serving day, dot the top of the potatoes with the remaining butter. Put the crockpot on low setting for 2-3 hours or until heated thru, then turn down to 'keep warm' setting (if your crockpot has one) till dinner time.
  • Can be served directly from the crockpot for buffet, or divvied up into serving dishes for family style dining.

MAKE-AHEAD MASHED POTATOES



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You can make these ahead several days and store in the fridge. If baking cold, let stand 30 minutes first.

Provided by Carol Evans

Categories     Side Dish     Potato Side Dish Recipes     Mashed Potato Recipes

Time 1h20m

Yield 12

Number Of Ingredients 6

5 pounds Yukon Gold potatoes, cubed
2 (3 ounce) packages cream cheese
8 ounces sour cream
½ cup milk
2 teaspoons onion salt
ground black pepper to taste

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 325 degrees F (165 degrees C).
  • Place potatoes in a large pot of lightly salted water. Bring to a boil, and cook until tender, about 15 minutes. Drain, and mash.
  • In a large bowl, mix mashed potatoes, cream cheese, sour cream, milk, onion salt, and pepper. Transfer to a large casserole dish.
  • Cover, and bake for 50 minutes in the preheated oven.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 245.2 calories, Carbohydrate 35.8 g, Cholesterol 24.7 mg, Fat 9.3 g, Fiber 3.1 g, Protein 5.9 g, SaturatedFat 5.8 g, Sodium 369.6 mg, Sugar 0.5 g

BEST OLD-FASHIONED MASHED POTATOES FOR A CROWD



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This is the country mash of your dreams. You don't even have to peel the potatoes before you start. Cooking them in their skins makes them more flavorful, and the skins slip off in a food mill.

Provided by Food Network

Categories     side-dish

Time 1h15m

Yield 8 to 10 servings

Number Of Ingredients 5

4 pounds russet potatoes, scrubbed
Kosher salt
1 1/2 cups buttermilk
1 pound (4 sticks) unsalted butter, diced
Freshly ground black pepper

Steps:

  • Put the potatoes in a large saucepan, cover with cold water by about 1 inch and add 2 tablespoons salt. Bring to a boil, uncovered, over high heat, and then reduce the heat to medium-high and simmer briskly until fork tender, about 45 minutes. Drain the potatoes, reserving 1/2 cup of the water. Quarter the potatoes and pass them through a food mill or ricer back into the pan. (Peel them first if you are using a ricer). When the potatoes are almost done, heat the buttermilk in a small saucepan over medium-high heat to just under a simmer. Set aside; it will separate and look curdled but don't worry, it will mix in fine. Fold the buttermilk and reserved cooking water into the potatoes over low heat. Then fold in the butter a handful of pieces at a time until fully incorporated. Season with salt and pepper. Serve hot.

Tips for Perfect Mashed Potatoes:

  • Use Yukon Gold or Russet potatoes for a smooth, creamy texture.
  • Peel and cut the potatoes into even-sized pieces for even cooking.
  • Bring the potatoes to a boil in salted water, then reduce heat and simmer until tender.
  • Drain the potatoes and return them to the pot over low heat to dry out any excess moisture.
  • Mash the potatoes with a potato masher or ricer until smooth.
  • Add butter, milk, and seasonings to taste.
  • Serve immediately or keep warm in a slow cooker until ready to serve.

Conclusion:

Mashed potatoes are a classic side dish that can be enjoyed by people of all ages. Whether you are making them for a holiday meal or a weeknight dinner, these tips will help you create the perfect mashed potatoes every time.

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