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Home » Holiday » Thanksgiving » Make-Ahead Mashed Potatoes

Make-Ahead Mashed Potatoes

Published: Oct 27, 2019 by Ashley Lecker · This post may contain affiliate links · 5 Comments

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The holidays are busy and my Make Ahead Mashed Potatoes can help prepare for a holiday party, or just get a little bit ahead for weeknight meal prep!

mashed potatoes in a  dish

I typically cook the holiday meal for my family at least once in the next few months. Depending on how many are coming for dinner there can be a lot of prep work involved. I love to prepare big family meals, but make-ahead recipes, like mashed potatoes, are one of my keys to success when preparing a large meal.

The idea of prepping mashed potatoes in advance might give some a pause to wonder if the potatoes will remain nice and fluffy- I can assure you that these potatoes are still just as delicious, and have the bonus of time-saving!

mashed potatoes in a dish

Check out some of these make-ahead favorites!

Make Ahead Recipes for Thanksgiving

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  • Make Ahead Buttery Rolls by A Kitchen Hoor's Adventures
  • Make Ahead Mashed Potatoes by Cheese Curd In PAradise
  • Pickled Onions by Art of Natural Living
  • Yummy Yeast Rolls by Hezzi-D's Books and Cooks


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mashed potatoes in a dish

What do I need to make Make-Ahead Mashed Potatoes?

  • Russet Potatoes
  • Salted Butter
  • Salt and Fresh Cracked Pepper
  • Cream Cheese
  • Whole Milk
  • Chopped Parsley (optional garnish)
  • Oven Safe Dish
  • Hand-Mixer or Stand Mixer
mashed potatoes in a dish

Looking for more delicious potato recipes?!

  • Sour Cream and Chive Mashed Potatoes
  • White Cheddar and Roasted Garlic Mashed Potatoes
  • Irish Colcannon with Bacon
mashed potatoes in a dish
mashed potatoes in a dish

Make-Ahead Mashed Potatoes

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Prep Time 15 mins
Cook Time 10 mins
Course Side Dish
Cuisine American
Servings 6 people

Ingredients
 
 

  • 3 Lbs russet potatoes peeled and quartered
  • 5 tablespoon stick salted butter
  • 3 tablespoon cream cheese
  • ⅔ cup whole milk
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1 teaspoon black pepper

Instructions
 

  • Boil potatoes till tender. Drain and place in a large mixing bowl. Add butter and cream cheese and mix with an electric mixer while slowly adding the milk.
  • Season with salt and pepper and top with remaining chives.
  • To store, cover the potatoes tightly with foil and store in fridge till about ready to serve. Allow potatoes to come to sit at room temperature for 35 minutes. Place a few additional pats of butter on top. Pre-heat the oven to 350°F. Place potatoes in the oven and bake for 15-20 minutes or until nice and warm. Serve immediately.
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  1. Hezzi-D

    October 27, 2019 at 7:23 am

    I love mashed potatoes so much. I need to try this make ahead version so I can have homemade ones for the holidays!

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  2. Karen

    October 27, 2019 at 9:52 am

    These sound very similar to my make-ahead mashed potatoes. They definitely come out fluffy and no one knows that you made them in advance!

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  3. Audrey

    October 27, 2019 at 3:01 pm

    Make ahead side dishes are always important for the holidays. My son would love it if I made these every week. 🙂

    Reply
  4. Inger @ Art of Natural Liivng

    November 02, 2019 at 7:20 am

    I love mashed potatoes. It's time for me to make my own sometime instead of relying on everyone else!

    Reply
  5. Christie

    December 30, 2019 at 9:47 am

    You had me at potatoes! And make ahead to boot? Yes please!? These look so delicious, too.

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