Best 9 Make Ahead Loaded Mashed Potatoes Recipes

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Indulge in the ultimate comfort food experience with our collection of mouthwatering make-ahead loaded mashed potato recipes! These delectable dishes are crafted with creamy mashed potatoes as the base, elevated with an array of tantalizing ingredients. Prepare to embark on a culinary journey that will satisfy your cravings and impress your loved ones. With various options to choose from, ranging from classic loaded mashed potatoes adorned with bacon, cheese, and chives to innovative takes infused with herbs, spices, and unique flavor combinations, there's a recipe here to suit every palate. Get ready to elevate your mashed potatoes to new heights and turn them into the star of your next meal!

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MAKE AHEAD LOADED MASHED POTATOES



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Make and share this Make Ahead Loaded Mashed Potatoes recipe from Food.com.

Provided by aronsinvest

Categories     Mashed Potatoes

Time 1h

Yield 8 , 8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 11

3 lbs potatoes, peeled & cubed
1/2 cup butter
1 cup milk
10 ounces Italian cheese, & herbs cooking creme (or 8oz cream cheese, softened & double the spices)
1 cup sour cream
1 tablespoon garlic powder
1 tablespoon onion powder
salt & pepper
12 -16 ounces bacon, cooked to a crisp, broken into small pieces
2 cups sharp cheddar cheese, shredded
1 bunch green onion, diced

Steps:

  • Cook the potatoes in a pot of boiling water until fork tender. Drain.
  • Beat the potatoes with the butter, milk, cooking creme (or cream cheese), sour cream, & spices until creamy.
  • Scoop the potatoes into a baking dish, and spread evenly. Sprinkle with the cheese, bacon, & green onions.
  • Cover & refrigerate up to 36 hours. Set it on the counter about 30 minutes prior to baking. When you are ready to eat, bake uncovered at 350 for 40 minutes.

MAKE-AHEAD MASHED POTATOES



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These creamy mashed potatoes can be made in advance and then stored in the refrigerator or freezer until you are ready to serve them. Slowly heating them in the oven is the perfect way to maintain the fluffiness of the potatoes without making them gluey, which can happen if you heat them to fast and too hot (we're looking at you, microwave).

Provided by Food Network Kitchen

Categories     side-dish

Time 2h

Yield About 9 cups

Number Of Ingredients 4

4 pounds russet potatoes (about 6 large potatoes)
Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
1 1/2 sticks (12 tablespoons) unsalted butter
1 1/4 cups heavy cream or half-and-half (see Cook's Note)

Steps:

  • Lightly scrub the potatoes. Put them in a large stockpot, fill with cold water to cover by about 2 inches and season generously with salt. Bring to a boil, then lower the heat to maintain a strong simmer and cook until the potatoes are fork-tender in the center, 50 to 55 minutes.
  • Drain the potatoes in a colander in the sink. Let cool enough so that you can handle them, about 10 minutes. It is important that the potatoes do not cool too much because they will mash more easily when hot.
  • Meanwhile, add the butter to the same pot that you used to cook the potatoes (no need to clean it). Melt completely over medium heat, stirring occasionally, 2 to 3 minutes. Turn off the heat.
  • Heat 3/4 cup of the cream in a microwave-safe measuring cup or bowl until steaming and set aside.
  • Holding the potatoes in a clean kitchen towel, gently peel the skins off with a paring knife. Quarter the potatoes and put them in the pot along with 2 1/2 teaspoons salt. Use a potato masher to mash the potatoes until smooth and fluffy (see Cook's Note).
  • Add the cream and stir until combined. Season with pepper and additional salt if needed. Allow to cool to room temperature, then transfer to an airtight container and refrigerate for up to 2 days or freeze up to 3 months.
  • To reheat refrigerated mashed potatoes: Position a rack in the center of the oven and preheat to 350 degrees F. Spoon the mashed potatoes into a 13-by-9-inch baking dish. Drizzle with the remaining 1/2 cup cream. Stir until combined, making sure there are no pools of cream at bottom of the baking dish.
  • Cover with foil and bake for 20 minutes. Remove from the oven and gently stir the mashed potatoes. Cover again and continue to bake until the potatoes are hot and steamy, 20 to 25 minutes more. Season with additional salt and pepper if needed.
  • To reheat frozen mashed potatoes: Thaw the potatoes completely in the refrigerator and cook according to the same directions as refrigerated potatoes but do not add cream. The potatoes might seem watery at first but will thicken as they heat up.
  • Transfer the hot mashed potatoes to a large bowl for serving.

LOADED MASHED POTATOES



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Tired of the same old side dish, I whipped up this new family favorite. We can't get enough of these loaded mashed potatoes at our house. Often, I'll prepare this casserole ahead and refrigerate it. Then I bake it just before serving. -Dawn Reuter, Oxford, Wisconsin

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Side Dishes

Time 1h5m

Yield 14 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 8

5 pounds potatoes, peeled and cubed
3/4 cup sour cream
1/2 cup milk
3 tablespoons butter
Salt and pepper to taste
3 cups shredded cheddar cheese blend, divided
1/2 pound sliced bacon, cooked and crumbled
3 green onions, sliced

Steps:

  • Place potatoes in a Dutch oven and cover with water. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 10-15 minutes or until tender. Drain and place in a large bowl. Add the sour cream, milk, butter, salt and pepper. Beat on medium-low speed until light and fluffy. Stir in 2 cups cheese, bacon and onions., Transfer to a greased 3-qt. baking dish. Top with remaining cheese. Bake, uncovered, at 350° for 30 minutes or until heated through and cheese is melted.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 307 calories, Fat 16g fat (9g saturated fat), Cholesterol 39mg cholesterol, Sodium 281mg sodium, Carbohydrate 30g carbohydrate (2g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 11g protein.

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

LOADED MASHED POTATOES



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This is like the best parts of a loaded baked potato and traditional mashed potatoes all rolled into one. For extra fun, take your leftovers, add some milk or cream, reheat, and you've got a kickin' loaded potato soup!

Provided by Jaime Lee C.

Categories     Side Dish     Vegetables

Time 45m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 7

4 slices bacon, or more to taste
3 pounds potatoes, or more to taste, peeled and cut into chunks
½ cup butter
1 (16 ounce) container sour cream
8 ounces shredded Cheddar cheese
½ chopped fresh chives
salt and ground black pepper to taste

Steps:

  • Place the bacon in a large skillet and cook over medium-high heat, turning occasionally, until evenly browned, about 10 minutes. Drain the bacon slices on paper towels.
  • Place potatoes into a large pot of lightly salted water; bring to a boil, reduce heat to medium-low, and simmer until tender, about 20 minutes. Drain potatoes and return them to the pot.
  • Mash butter into the potatoes with a potato masher or electric hand mixer until melted completely into the potatoes; add sour cream and continue to beat until combined. Crumble bacon into the potato mixture; add Cheddar cheese and chives and stir. Season potatoes with salt and pepper.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 493 calories, Carbohydrate 32.6 g, Cholesterol 90.2 mg, Fat 34.8 g, Fiber 3.7 g, Protein 14.1 g, SaturatedFat 21.3 g, Sodium 421.4 mg, Sugar 1.6 g

MAKE-AHEAD MASHED POTATOES



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Provided by Food Network

Time 1h30m

Number Of Ingredients 6

5 pounds Yukon gold potatoes
8 ounces cream cheese
1 stick butter
1 cup sour cream
Salt and freshly ground white pepper, to taste
1/2 cup chopped chives or scallion greens

Steps:

  • Peel and dice potatoes; boil in salted water until soft but not mushy. Drain well, return to pot, and mash roughly. Continue mashing while adding cream cheese, butter, and sour cream; mix until smooth. Season with salt and pepper; fold in chives. Cover and refrigerate until needed. Reheat about 45 minutes in a preheated 350 degree oven or until hot.;

LOADED MASHED POTATOES



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Loaded Mashed Potatoes are creamy and buttery, topped with cheddar cheese, bacon and scallions. They're a breeze to make and perfect for making ahead.

Provided by Sabrina Snyder

Categories     Side Dish

Time 40m

Number Of Ingredients 8

8 ounces bacon (or more to taste)
3 pounds russet potatoes (peeled and cut into 1" cubes)
1 stick butter
1 container (16 oz) sour cream
4 teaspoons Kosher salt (divided)
1/2 teaspoon coarse ground black pepper
8 ounces shredded Cheddar cheese
1/4 cup green onions (sliced)

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 375 degrees.
  • Put the potatoes into a large pot and cover with water and 2 teaspoons of the salt.
  • Bring to a boil then reduce to a simmer and cook for 20 minutes.
  • Drain the potatoes and put them back into the pot with the butter and sour cream.
  • Mash them well and add in the remaining salt and the pepper.
  • Scoop the potatoes into a 9x13 casserole dish and top with the cheese and bacon.
  • Cook the potatoes for 5-10 minutes covered with foil, or until the cheese is fully melted.
  • Garnish with green onions before serving.

Nutrition Facts : ServingSize 1 g, Calories 469 kcal, Carbohydrate 31 g, Protein 14 g, Fat 32 g, SaturatedFat 17 g, Cholesterol 78 mg, Sodium 1636 mg, Fiber 2 g, Sugar 1 g

MAKE AHEAD MASHED POTATOES



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These potatoes are so creamy! I received the recipe from a friend at work. Cooking time includes both boiling and baking. Add 30 minutes standing time, if you refrigerate before baking.

Provided by Kim D.

Categories     Potato

Time 1h15m

Yield 11 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 9

3 lbs potatoes (about 4 large)
1/2 teaspoon salt
2 tablespoons butter or 2 tablespoons margarine
2 (3 ounce) packages cream cheese, softened
2/3 cup sour cream
1/4 cup milk
3/4 teaspoon salt
1 tablespoon butter or 1 tablespoon margarine, melted
1/2 teaspoon paprika

Steps:

  • Place potatoes in a saucepan; add water to cover and 1/2 teaspoon salt.
  • Bring to a boil; cover, reduce heat to medium and simmer for 25 minutes or until pototoes are tender.
  • Drain.
  • Peel potatoes; place in a large mixing bowl, and mash with a potato masher.
  • Add 2 tablespoons butter, cream cheese, sour cream, milk and 3/4 teaspoon salt.
  • Mix until all ingredients are blended.
  • Spoon mixture into a lightly greased 12X8X2-inch baking dish.
  • Brush top of mixture with melted butter; sprinkle with paprika.
  • Bake immediately, or cover and refrigerate.
  • If refrigerated, let stand at room temperature for 30 minutes before baking.
  • Bake at 350F, uncovered for 30 minutes or until hot.

CREAMY MAKE-AHEAD MASHED POTATOES



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With five different dairy products, you know this make-ahead mashed potato casserole is going to be super rich and, of course, delicious. It gets even better topped with onions and bacon! -JoAnn Koerkenmeier, Damiansville, Illinois

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Side Dishes

Time 1h15m

Yield 10 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 12

3 pounds potatoes (about 9 medium), peeled and cubed
6 bacon strips, chopped
8 ounces cream cheese, softened
1/2 cup sour cream
1/2 cup butter, cubed
1/4 cup 2% milk
1-1/2 teaspoons onion powder
1 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon garlic powder
1/2 teaspoon pepper
1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
3 green onions, chopped

Steps:

  • Place potatoes in a Dutch oven; add water to cover. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cook, uncovered, 10-15 minutes or until tender., Meanwhile, in a skillet, cook bacon over medium heat until crisp. Remove to paper towels with a slotted spoon; drain., Drain potatoes; return to pan. Mash potatoes, gradually adding cream cheese, sour cream and butter. Stir in milk and seasonings. Transfer to a greased 13x9-in. baking dish; sprinkle with cheese, green onions and bacon. Refrigerate, covered, up to 1 day., Preheat oven to 350°. Remove potatoes from refrigerator and let stand while oven heats. Bake, covered, about 30 minutes. Uncover; bake 10 minutes longer or until heated through.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 419 calories, Fat 24g fat (15g saturated fat), Cholesterol 74mg cholesterol, Sodium 544mg sodium, Carbohydrate 41g carbohydrate (4g sugars, Fiber 4g fiber), Protein 11g protein.

Tips for Making Ahead Loaded Mashed Potatoes:

  • Use Yukon Gold or Russet potatoes for the best texture.
  • Peel and cut the potatoes into evenly sized pieces for even cooking.
  • Bring the potatoes to a boil in salted water, then reduce the heat and simmer until tender.
  • Drain the potatoes and return them to the pot over low heat. Add the butter, milk, sour cream, salt, and pepper, and mash until smooth.
  • Stir in the remaining ingredients (bacon, cheese, green onions, etc.) until well combined.
  • Transfer the mashed potatoes to a greased baking dish and cover with plastic wrap.
  • Refrigerate the mashed potatoes for at least 2 hours or overnight.
  • When ready to serve, preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
  • Bake the mashed potatoes for 30-35 minutes, or until heated through.
  • Top with additional cheese and green onions, if desired.

Conclusion:

Make-ahead loaded mashed potatoes are a delicious and convenient dish that can be prepared in advance and baked when you're ready to serve. These potatoes are perfect for busy weeknights or for entertaining guests. With a few simple tips, you can make sure your make-ahead loaded mashed potatoes turn out perfectly every time. So, next time you're looking for a side dish that is both delicious and easy to make, give these make-ahead loaded mashed potatoes a try!

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