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Make-Ahead Cheesy Mashed Potatoes

Creamy whipped mashed potatoes that you can make ahead of time!

Course Side Dish
Cuisine American
Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 45 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 5 minutes
Servings 8

Ingredients

  • 8-9 medium potatoes
  • 8 ounces cream cheese softened
  • 1/2 cup sour cream
  • 1/4 cup butter + 3 pats for topping.
  • 1 Tablespoon heavy cream more based on consistency
  • 3 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 teaspoon chives fresh or ground
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon pepper
  • 1/2 cup grated cheddar cheese
  • 1 teaspoon parsley

Instructions

  1. Peel and cut potatoes. Place them in a large saucepan and cover with water. Boil for 12-14 minutes or until they are fork-tender.

  2. Preheat oven to 350. Butter a 2-3 quart casserole dish. Set aside.

  3. Drain potatoes and place in a stand mixer bowl or large bowl. Add in cream cheese, sour cream, butter, cream, chives, minced garlic, salt, and pepper.

  4. Whip together until potatoes are smooth and lump-free. If the potatoes are too thick you can add additional cream and whip until the consistency you wish.

  5. Scoop potatoes into the buttered casserole dish and spread out evenly.

  6. Sprinkle with grated cheddar cheese and parsley. Place 3 pats of butter on top.

  7. Bake in the oven for 45 minutes or until bubbly and golden brown.

Recipe Notes

NOTE: You can make these potatoes in advance and instead of baking-cover and refrigerate for up to 3 days. ***They can also be frozen for up to 3 months.