Company's Coming Make Ahead Potatoes
Elevate your next family dinner or holiday gathering with "Company's Coming Make Ahead Potatoes," a rich and creamy mashed potato casserole designed to impress a crowd. This recipe combines the comforting flavors of russet potatoes, tangy cream cheese, velvety sour cream, and a buttery finish, all topped with gooey melted cheddar cheese. Perfect for entertaining, these potatoes can be prepared up to 24 hours in advance, making them a stress-free side dish that’s ready to pop in the oven when needed. With a hint of garlic and optional fresh chives for a burst of color, this dish is as flavorful as it is convenient. Ideal for Thanksgiving, potlucks, or Sunday dinners, these make-ahead mashed potatoes are sure to become your go-to recipe for effortless entertaining.
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Ingredients
- 6 medium russet potatoes
- 8 ounces cream cheese
- 1 cup sour cream
- 4 tablespoons butter
- 0.25 cup milk
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
- 0.5 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 2 tablespoons chopped chives (optional)
Directions
Step 1
Peel the potatoes and cut them into evenly-sized chunks.
Step 2
Place the potato chunks in a large pot and cover with water. Add a pinch of salt and bring to a boil.
Step 3
Cook the potatoes until tender, about 15-20 minutes. Drain well.
Step 4
While the potatoes are still hot, add the cream cheese, sour cream, butter, and milk to the pot.
Step 5
Use a potato masher or hand mixer to mash the potatoes until smooth and creamy.
Step 6
Stir in garlic powder, salt, and black pepper. Adjust seasoning to taste.
Step 7
Transfer the mashed potatoes to a greased 9x13-inch baking dish, spreading them out evenly.
Step 8
Sprinkle the top with shredded cheddar cheese.
Step 9
Cover the dish with aluminum foil and refrigerate if making ahead. The potatoes can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 24 hours.
Step 10
When ready to bake, preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
Step 11
Bake the dish covered for 25 minutes, then uncover and bake for an additional 15-20 minutes, or until heated through and the cheese is bubbly.
Step 12
Remove from the oven and garnish with chopped chives, if desired.
Step 13
Serve hot and enjoy this rich and crowd-pleasing dish!
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (1681.5g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 2945.7 |
| Total Fat 189.6g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 114.8g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 4.8g | |
| Cholesterol 541.7mg | 0% |
| Sodium 4053.6mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 264.1g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 18.7g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 39.2g | |
| Protein 69.0g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 35.8IU | 0% |
| Calcium 1186.6mg | 0% |
| Iron 12.8mg | 0% |
| Potassium 6269.5mg | 0% |
Source of Calories