MAKE-AHEAD MASHED/SMASHED POTATOES
My mom clipped the basic recipe out of a newspaper (a very small clipping -so the name of the newspaper and column are not included, unfortunately) several years ago. It has since become the only mashed potato recipe we use, especially since the pickiest eaters race to get up the next morning to eat all of the leftovers! Mashed potatoes seem to be one of those foods that really brings out strong opinions, so I am including all of the various variations that please the various preferences in our house, and you should feel free to adjust to suit your tastes too! We always use fat free sour cream and low-fat cream cheese with excellent results, but the full-fat ingredients should also work just fine. These can be made up to 3 days in advance and kept in the refrigerator.
Provided by Starrynews
Categories Low Protein
Time 1h55m
Yield 8-10 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- Scrub the potatoes while bringing a large pot of water to a boil on the stove. If you don't like the skins in your mashed potatoes, you can also peel them at this point if you would like.
- Add potatoes and simmer 30 minutes, or until potatoes are soft and ready to be mashed.
- Mash the potatoes and season with salt and pepper.
- Add the cream cheese and sour cream and mix well.
- Sprinkle with any other herbs, spices, or seasonings you like.
- Final decision-- if you like your potatoes more on the smashed/chunky side, enjoy. If you want them smooth and completely mashed, then use mixer to whip them to your desired consistency.
- When ready, bring to room temperature, tent with foil, and reheat in 350-375 degree oven until hot, about 40 minutes. Reportedly, it can also be reheated in microwave or crockpot, but we have only ever tried it in the oven, so if you use another method, would love to hear how it works out.
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Moataz Mohammad
m-m@yahoo.comThese mashed potatoes were a bit bland for my taste. I think I would add more salt and pepper next time.
Emon Emon hasan
e.emon@aol.comI've made this recipe several times and it always turns out perfect. It's my go-to recipe for mashed potatoes.
Stephen Campbell
campbell-s@hotmail.frThese mashed potatoes were delicious! I used Yukon Gold potatoes and they were very creamy. I also added a bit of garlic and chives for extra flavor.
Moeder Mothekhe
moeder38@yahoo.comThese mashed potatoes were good, but not great. I think I would try a different recipe next time.
Simon Daniel
s_d@gmail.comI followed the recipe exactly and the mashed potatoes turned out lumpy. I'm not sure what I did wrong.
Ahmed Redmi11
a-redmi1159@hotmail.comThese mashed potatoes were a bit bland for my taste. I think I would add more salt and pepper next time.
Satsumae Boettner
s_boettner89@gmail.comI've tried this recipe several times and it always turns out perfect. It's my go-to recipe for mashed potatoes.
meshal alexander
meshal.alexander83@gmail.comThese mashed potatoes were easy to make and turned out delicious! I will definitely be making them again.
Rajkumar Budhathoki
budhathoki_rajkumar31@gmail.comI made these mashed potatoes for a holiday dinner and they were a big hit! Everyone loved them.
Eden Damte
damteeden@hotmail.co.ukThese mashed potatoes were good, but not great. I think I would try a different recipe next time.
Christopher Daniels
daniels.c@hotmail.comI followed the recipe exactly and the mashed potatoes turned out lumpy. I'm not sure what I did wrong.
SN EMON HOSSEN
sne33@gmail.comThese mashed potatoes were a bit bland for my taste. I think I would add more salt and pepper next time.
Ulises David
ulises.david22@aol.comI've made this recipe several times and it always turns out perfect. It's my go-to recipe for mashed potatoes.
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privated9@gmail.comThese mashed potatoes were delicious! I used russet potatoes and they were very fluffy. I also added a bit of butter and sour cream for extra richness.
R1pper
r1pper76@yahoo.comI made these mashed potatoes for a potluck and they were a huge success! Everyone loved them. I will definitely be making them again.
Cyan
cyan76@aol.comThese mashed potatoes were easy to make and turned out great! I used Yukon Gold potatoes and they were very creamy. I also added a bit of garlic and chives for extra flavor.
Almaz Kidane
almaz_k5@hotmail.comI've tried many mashed potato recipes, but this one is by far the best. The potatoes were perfectly cooked and the flavor was amazing. I highly recommend this recipe!
Kayla Massano
km@yahoo.comThese mashed potatoes were a hit at our Thanksgiving dinner! They were creamy, flavorful, and so easy to make ahead of time. I will definitely be making them again for Christmas.