Make Ahead Mashed Potatoes
Make Ahead Mashed Potatoes are simple, creamy and so flavorful, made easy with baked potatoes. No peeling or boiling needed. Great for the busy holidays!
Ingredients
- 2 pounds russet potatoes washed
- 1/2 to 1 cup whole or 2% milk
- 1 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp ground black pepper
- 8 tbsp unsalted butter (1 stick)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 375°F. Line large rimmed baking sheet with foil.
- Wash and dry potatoes. Place in a single layer on baking sheet and bake until soft when lightly squeezed, about 1 hour. Rest on pan until cool enough to handle.
- Cut potatoes in half and scoop out potatoes into a large bowl. Whip potatoes with an electric hand mixer or mash with a potato masher. Add milk, salt, pepper and butter to the bowl. Stir until butter is melted and ingredients are blended.
- Cover with plastic and refrigerate for up to 2 days. Heat in microwave or large saucepan over medium heat. Top with more butter and chives before serving.
To Freeze:
- Prepare mashed potatoes according to recipe instructions. Transfer to foil pan or other freezer-safe container. Cover, label and freeze up to 3 months. Thaw in refrigerator before re-heating according to step 4.
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Nutrition Facts
Nutrition Facts
Make Ahead Mashed Potatoes
Amount per Serving
Calories
268
% Daily Value*
Fat
16
g
25
%
Saturated Fat
10
g
63
%
Cholesterol
43
mg
14
%
Sodium
406
mg
18
%
Potassium
657
mg
19
%
Carbohydrates
28
g
9
%
Fiber
2
g
8
%
Sugar
2
g
2
%
Protein
4
g
8
%
Vitamin A
506
IU
10
%
Vitamin C
9
mg
11
%
Calcium
47
mg
5
%
Iron
1
mg
6
%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.
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