When friends or family are coming over for dinner, you want to make sure you have a delicious meal to serve them. A great option is to make a potato dish ahead of time, so you can focus on other aspects of the meal on the day of your event. From classic mashed potatoes to loaded potato skins, there are many make-ahead potato recipes to choose from, ensuring that you find the perfect one to suit your preferences and dietary requirements.
Here are our top 6 tried and tested recipes!
COMPANY'S COMING MAKE -AHEAD POTATOES
When you're having guests, you can pop this in the oven, bake,then keep warm for when you're ready to eat. It allows you more time for the rest of the meal.
Provided by MizzNezz
Categories Potato
Time 1h5m
Yield 6 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 5
Steps:
- Cover potatoes with water in lg pot.
- Cook until tender.
- Drain and mash.
- Add sour cream, cream cheese, and 3 T butter; mix well, add salt.
- Spoon into 11x7 baking dish.
- Melt 1 T butter; drizzle over potatoes.
- Bake, covered, at 350* for 30 minutes.
- Uncover and bake 10 minutes more.
MAKE-AHEAD POTATOES
There's no need to slave away making mashed potatoes at the last minute, not when this creamy, comforting potato side dish is so handy to prepare well in advance. Plus, it's an easy dish for people to serve themselves and it looks so appealing on a buffet. -Margaret Twitched, Danbury, Iowa
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Side Dishes
Time 1h45m
Yield 12 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- Place potatoes in a Dutch oven or large kettle; cover with water and bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and cook for 20-25 minutes or until potatoes are tender. , Drain potatoes and place in a bowl; mash. Add sour cream, cream cheese, 4 tablespoons butter, onion and salt; stir until smooth and the cream cheese and butter are melted. Spread in a greased 13x9-in. baking dish. , Melt the remaining butter; drizzle over the potatoes. Sprinkle with paprika. Refrigerate or bake immediately, covered, at 350° for 40 minutes; uncover and bake 20 minutes longer. If potatoes are made ahead and refrigerated, let stand at room temperature for 30 minutes before baking.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 262 calories, Fat 16g fat (10g saturated fat), Cholesterol 49mg cholesterol, Sodium 226mg sodium, Carbohydrate 26g carbohydrate (3g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 4g protein.
MAKE-AHEAD MASHED POTATOES
You can make these ahead several days and store in the fridge. If baking cold, let stand 30 minutes first.
Provided by Carol Evans
Categories Side Dish Potato Side Dish Recipes Mashed Potato Recipes
Time 1h20m
Yield 12
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- Preheat the oven to 325 degrees F (165 degrees C).
- Place potatoes in a large pot of lightly salted water. Bring to a boil, and cook until tender, about 15 minutes. Drain, and mash.
- In a large bowl, mix mashed potatoes, cream cheese, sour cream, milk, onion salt, and pepper. Transfer to a large casserole dish.
- Cover, and bake for 50 minutes in the preheated oven.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 245.2 calories, Carbohydrate 35.8 g, Cholesterol 24.7 mg, Fat 9.3 g, Fiber 3.1 g, Protein 5.9 g, SaturatedFat 5.8 g, Sodium 369.6 mg, Sugar 0.5 g
MASHED POTATOES EXTRAORDINAIRE
This is a great recipe to use at Thanksgiving or Christmas because it can be made ahead and heated through when needed. I usually make a half recipe because we are a family of 5. I got this recipe from Company's Coming.
Provided by J. Ko
Categories Potato
Time 55m
Yield 12 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- Cook potatoes as usual in salted water until tender. Drain. Push through potato ricer.
- Add cream cheese in pieces. Add next 5 ingredients. Beat until smooth and fluffy. Scrape into a 2 qt casserole.
- Place dabs of butter here and there over the top of the potatoes. Sprinkle with paprika. Cover and heat in 350 F oven until heated through (about 30-45 minutes, depending whether you've made it ahead and have taken it from the fridge).
COMPANY'S COMING CASSEROLE
Steps:
- In a large skillet, brown beef with onion. Drain any grease. Season with garlic salt and pepper. Stir in tomato sauce, Italian seasoning, sugar and wine or water. Cook for a few minutes and remove from heat.
- Use a mixer to beat together the cream cheese, sour cream and cottage cheese.
- Spoon 1/2 of the noodles into a 9 x 13" casserole dish that has been sprayed with cooking spray. Cover noodles with the cheese mixture, then the rest of the noodles. Pour the meat-tomato mixture over the top. Sprinkle with parmesan cheese, croutons and then dot the top with butter.
- Bake in a preheated 350 degrees F oven for 35 to 45 minutes.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 0 g, Fat 0 g, SaturatedFat 0 g, TransFat 0 g, Cholesterol 0 g, Sodium 0 g, Carbohydrate 0 g, Fiber 0 g, Sugar 0 g, Protein 0 g
COMPANY POTATO CASSEROLE
Swiss cheese lends distinctive flavor to this rich, creamy potato casserole. Since it tastes wonderful and looks so lovely, this side dish is perfect for serving company or as part of a special holiday meal.
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Side Dishes
Time 40m
Yield 8 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- In a large bowl, combine the potatoes, sour cream, 1 cup of cheese, carrot, onion, parsley, salt, dill and pepper. , Transfer to a greased 8-in. square baking dish. Sprinkle with paprika and remaining cheese. Bake, uncovered, at 350° for 25-35 minutes or until bubbly.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 243 calories, Fat 12g fat (8g saturated fat), Cholesterol 45mg cholesterol, Sodium 370mg sodium, Carbohydrate 23g carbohydrate (4g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 8g protein.
Tips:
- Choose the right potatoes. Russet potatoes are the best choice for mashed potatoes because they are starchy and fluffy. Yukon Gold potatoes are also a good option, as they have a slightly sweeter flavor. Avoid using waxy potatoes, such as red potatoes or new potatoes, as they will not mash well.
- Peel and cut the potatoes evenly. This will help them cook evenly. If you are using a food processor to cut the potatoes, be sure to use the pulse setting so that you don't over-process them.
- Boil the potatoes in salted water. The salt will help to flavor the potatoes and prevent them from becoming bland. Bring the water to a boil, then add the potatoes. Reduce the heat to medium-low and simmer for 15-20 minutes, or until the potatoes are tender.
- Drain the potatoes well. This will help to prevent them from becoming watery. Use a colander to drain the potatoes, then shake them gently to remove any excess water.
- Mash the potatoes until smooth. You can use a potato masher, a ricer, or a food processor to mash the potatoes. If you are using a food processor, be sure to use the pulse setting so that you don't over-mash them.
- Season the potatoes to taste. Add salt, pepper, butter, and milk to taste. You can also add other ingredients, such as sour cream, chives, or garlic.
- Serve the potatoes immediately. Mashed potatoes are best served hot and fresh. If you are making them ahead of time, you can reheat them in the microwave or in a covered saucepan over low heat.
Conclusion:
Mashed potatoes are a classic side dish that can be enjoyed with a variety of meals. They are easy to make and can be prepared ahead of time, making them a great option for busy weeknights. With a few simple tips, you can make perfect mashed potatoes every time.
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