Make Ahead Mashed Potatoes For A Crowd Recipe

Impress your guests with these creamy, dreamy make-ahead mashed potatoes! Perfect for parties and gatherings, this recipe lets you enjoy your event without last-minute cooking stress. Perfectly seasoned and easily scalable, these potatoes are guaranteed to be a crowd-pleaser. Get the recipe now and say goodbye to party-day potato panic!

Prep Time 20 mins
Cook Time 100 mins
Calories 332.6 kcal
Protein 14g
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Ingredients for Make Ahead Mashed Potatoes For A Crowd

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How to Make Make Ahead Mashed Potatoes For A Crowd

  1. Peel and chop 5 lbs russet potatoes into roughly 1-inch pieces.
  2. Place potatoes in a large pot and cover with cold water. Add 2 teaspoons salt.
  3. Bring to a boil over high heat, then reduce heat and simmer for 15-20 minutes, or until potatoes are easily pierced with a fork.
  4. Drain potatoes thoroughly.
  5. Return potatoes to the pot. Add 1 cup warm milk, 1/2 cup unsalted butter, and 1 teaspoon black pepper.
  6. Using a potato masher or electric mixer, mash potatoes until smooth and creamy. (For extra creamy potatoes, use an electric mixer).
  7. Stir in 1/4 cup sour cream or crème fraîche (optional).
  8. Transfer mashed potatoes to a large, greased casserole dish.
  9. Cover and refrigerate for up to 2 days.
  10. When ready to serve, let the potatoes sit at room temperature for 30 minutes.
  11. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
  12. Bake uncovered for 50-60 minutes, or until heated through and lightly browned on top.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

3 g

Sugar

7g

Fat

49g

Carbs

14g

Frequently Asked Questions

How long does it take to make Make Ahead Mashed Potatoes For A Crowd?

Make Ahead Mashed Potatoes For A Crowd takes about 120 minutes from start to finish — roughly 20 minutes to prepare and 100 minutes to cook.

How many calories are in Make Ahead Mashed Potatoes For A Crowd?

Make Ahead Mashed Potatoes For A Crowd has approximately 332.6 calories per serving, with about 14 g protein, 14 g carbohydrates and 24 g fat.

What ingredients do I need for Make Ahead Mashed Potatoes For A Crowd?

The key ingredients for Make Ahead Mashed Potatoes For A Crowd are Potatoes, Sour Cream, Cream Cheese, Salt And Pepper, 1 cup warm milk, 1/2 cup unsalted butter. See the full list with measurements above.

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