Make-Ahead Mashed Potatoes
Fluffy, buttery, and perfectly creamy, these make-ahead mashed potatoes are a lifesaver for busy cooks.
Ingredients
- 3 pounds potatoes, russet or Yukon Gold
- 2 tbsp salt for the cooking water, plus more to taste as needed
- 6 tbsp unsalted butter, softened
- 1 cup warm milk
- ½ cup warm half-and-half
- Freshly ground black pepper, to taste
For Heating and Serving
- Fresh chopped parsley or chives, for garnish, optional
Instructions
- Peel the potatoes and cut them into 1-inch chunks. Place them in a large saucepan and cover with water. Add 2 tablespoons of salt and bring to a boil over high heat. Reduce the heat to medium-low, cover the pan, and cook for 20 minutes or until the potatoes are fork-tender. Drain and transfer to a large bowl.3 pounds potatoes | 2 tbsp salt for the cooking water
- For the smoothest mashed potatoes, put them through a ricer or food mill, then add the butter and warm milk or half-and-half, stirring until smooth, and season with salt and pepper to taste. Alternatively, use a hand masher to mash them with the butter and warm milk or half-and-half, then add salt and pepper to taste. Refrigerate the potatoes in an airtight container for up to 2 days.1 cup warm milk | 1/2 cup warm half-and-half | Freshly ground black pepper | 6 tbsp unsalted butter
- Before serving, put the potatoes in a microwave-safe bowl and cover with a damp paper towel. Microwave for 90 seconds. Stir and continue microwaving, stirring every 30 to 45 seconds until hot throughout.
- Garnish with parsley or chives if desired. Serve and enjoy!Fresh chopped parsley or chives
Reheat in batches if needed. If you’re warming a full batch of mashed potatoes in the microwave, divide them between 2 bowls for faster, more even heating. Stir well between short bursts so the center heats through without drying out the edges.
Nutrition
Calories: 244kcalCarbohydrates: 32gProtein: 5gFat: 11gSaturated Fat: 7gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gTrans Fat: 0.3gCholesterol: 32mgSodium: 32mgPotassium: 784mgFiber: 4gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 369IUVitamin C: 34mgCalcium: 77mgIron: 1mg
Disclaimer:
Our nutritional information is based on a third-party application that analyzes the ingredients list to determine the values. The information is meant to be helpful, but should be considered an estimate. Values may differ depending on measurements, brands, serving variations, and database availability.
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