Creamy Make-Ahead Mashed Potatoes for Stress-Free Meals!
Delicious and creamy mashed potatoes that can be prepared ahead of time, perfect for stress-free holiday meals.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: 10 servings 1x
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Boiling and Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
Scale
- 5 pounds of potatoes, peeled and cubed
- 1 cup of heavy cream
- 1/2 cup of unsalted butter
- 1 cup of sour cream
- Salt to taste
- Pepper to taste
- Garlic powder (optional)
Instructions
- Boil the cubed potatoes in salted water until tender, about 15-20 minutes.
- Drain the potatoes and return them to the pot.
- Add the butter, heavy cream, and sour cream to the potatoes.
- Mash the potatoes until smooth and creamy.
- Season with salt, pepper, and garlic powder if desired.
- Transfer the mashed potatoes to a baking dish and cover with foil.
- Refrigerate until ready to serve, or bake immediately at 350°F for 30 minutes.
Notes
- These mashed potatoes can be made up to 2 days in advance.
- For a richer flavor, use roasted garlic instead of garlic powder.
- To reheat, add a splash of milk or cream to restore creaminess.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 300
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 400mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 60mg