FOOLPROOF MAKE-AHEAD MASHED POTATOES
A super easy, delightfully creamy make-ahead mashed potato recipe. I used it for my first Thanksgiving. I made it the day before and just popped it in the oven on Thanksgiving day - it definitely alleviated some stress that day. I got this from the St. Louis Today website. Also, a lot of make-ahead mashed potatoes recipes require sour cream or cream cheese. My family doesn't particularly like those flavors, so this was a great alternative.
Provided by cappycha
Categories Mashed Potatoes
Time 1h40m
Yield 4-5 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- Combine enough water to cover the potatoes (about 6 cups) with 2 teaspoons salt and vinegar in a large pot. Bring to a simmer over high heat, then reduce the heat and add the potato slices. Cook just below a simmer for 30 to 35 minutes, until potatoes are tender when a fork is pressed into a slice. Drain and run cold water over the potato slices to cool them. Let them stand in water in the pot and add some ice. (You want to make sure that the potatoes are cool through before you mash them. This will help prevent gluey potatoes.).
- Drain well. Mash with an old-fashioned potato masher or large fork or run them through a ricer (don't use the food processor). When you have mashed fairly well, slowly stir in the cream. Stir the remaining 2 teaspoons salt and the pepper into the half-and-half, then stir into the potatoes until they are a little moister than you want the final dish to be. Taste; if necessary, add salt and pepper.
- Spoon potatoes into a large casserole (about 2 quarts) and cover with foil. Refrigerate overnight or hold at room temperature for up to 2 hours.
- Preheat the oven to 325 degrees. Heat potatoes in the covered casserole for 40 minutes, then uncover and serve. Potatoes will stay hot for the entire meal.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 363.5, Fat 25.6, SaturatedFat 15.9, Cholesterol 92.7, Sodium 2366, Carbohydrate 30.4, Fiber 2.5, Sugar 1.3, Protein 4.7
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Saidou Jallow
s_jallow@hotmail.comOverall, these mashed potatoes were pretty good. They were easy to make and had a good flavor.
Mdmusa Islam
m_i@aol.comThese mashed potatoes were a bit too heavy for my taste. I think I'll try using less butter next time.
King Simmonds
ks52@yahoo.comI've been making mashed potatoes this way for years and they always turn out great. They're the perfect comfort food.
Rickey Harrison
rickey@hotmail.comThese mashed potatoes were easy to make and turned out perfect. They were the perfect side dish for my Thanksgiving dinner.
Yanelisa Nyanga
yn@yahoo.comI made these mashed potatoes for my family and they loved them! They were creamy and flavorful.
Josh Woolbright
josh.woolbright@hotmail.comThese mashed potatoes were delicious! The sour cream and chives added a nice tangy flavor.
Cow AJ
a_c@yahoo.comThe mashed potatoes were a little bland. I had to add some extra salt and pepper to make them more flavorful.
Malik yasir
ymalik@hotmail.comThese mashed potatoes were a bit too runny for my taste. I think I'll try using less milk next time.
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v_ixgxitxgiucgicg@yahoo.comI'm not a big fan of mashed potatoes, but these were actually really good. The cheese and bacon added a nice touch.
AAS Muhammad
aas_muhammad86@yahoo.comThese mashed potatoes were a great side dish for my roasted chicken. The creamy texture and subtle garlic flavor were perfect.
Clay Pokorny
clay88@aol.comI made these mashed potatoes for a potluck and they were a huge hit! Everyone loved them.
Howard Brown
h_b@hotmail.frThese mashed potatoes were amazing! The garlic and butter gave them so much flavor. I will definitely be making them again.
Shihab Molla
shihabmolla@aol.comOverall, these mashed potatoes were pretty good. They were easy to make and had a good flavor. I would definitely make them again.
Samiullah parhiyar
psamiullah@aol.comThe potatoes were a bit too watery for my liking. I think I'll try draining them more thoroughly next time.
busayo olamide olokunniyi
b.olokunniyi52@yahoo.comThese mashed potatoes were a little bland for my taste. I had to add some extra salt and pepper to make them more flavorful.
Ahmed Boos
b83@gmail.comFollowed the recipe exactly and the potatoes came out perfect. Will definitely be making these again.
Gihan Kavidu
gihan-k26@gmail.comI've tried many mashed potato recipes, but this one is by far the best. The potatoes are so smooth and creamy, and the flavor is amazing.
Md Pranto isback
mi72@gmail.comEasy to follow recipe. The potatoes turned out delicious.
Nur Afrin
afrinn@yahoo.comThese mashed potatoes were a hit at my Thanksgiving dinner! They were creamy and fluffy, and the flavor was perfect. I'll definitely be making them again.