Day Before Mashed Potatoes Recipe

Elevate your mashed potato game with this make-ahead recipe! Perfectly creamy and flavorful, these potatoes are prepared the day before, saving you precious time on your busiest day. Get ready for the ultimate comfort food, guaranteed to impress. Inspired by a Reader's Digest classic!

Prep Time 15 mins
Cook Time 60 mins
Calories 340.5 kcal
Protein 13g
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Ingredients for Day Before Mashed Potatoes

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How to Make Day Before Mashed Potatoes

  1. Peel and chop 2 lbs russet potatoes into 1-inch pieces.
  2. Place potatoes in a large pot and cover with cold salted water (about 1 inch above potatoes).
  3. Bring to a boil over high heat, then reduce heat to medium and simmer until tender but not mushy (about 15-20 minutes). Pierce with a fork to test.
  4. Drain potatoes thoroughly.
  5. Return potatoes to the pot and mash until mostly smooth (some lumps are okay).
  6. Stir in 1/2 cup warm milk, 1/4 cup unsalted butter, and 1 teaspoon salt. Add more milk or butter for desired consistency.
  7. Taste and adjust seasoning with salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste.
  8. Cover and refrigerate for at least 8 hours, or preferably overnight.
  9. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
  10. Lightly grease a medium-sized baking dish.
  11. Spread the mashed potato mixture into the prepared baking dish.
  12. Bake for 25-30 minutes, or until heated through and lightly browned on top.
  13. Garnish with fresh chives before serving (optional).

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

17 g

Sugar

14g

Fat

46g

Carbs

14g

Frequently Asked Questions

How long does it take to make Day Before Mashed Potatoes?

Day Before Mashed Potatoes takes about 75 minutes from start to finish — roughly 15 minutes to prepare and 60 minutes to cook.

How many calories are in Day Before Mashed Potatoes?

Day Before Mashed Potatoes has approximately 340.5 calories per serving, with about 13 g protein, 14 g carbohydrates and 24 g fat.

What ingredients do I need for Day Before Mashed Potatoes?

The key ingredients for Day Before Mashed Potatoes are Potatoes, Cream Cheese, Sour Cream, Onion Powder, Salt, Ground Black Pepper. See the full list with measurements above.

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