Description
Experience the comfort of creamy, buttery mashed potatoes that can be prepared in advance, perfect for family gatherings and holiday meals.
Ingredients
Scale
- 5 pounds Russet potatoes
- 1 ½ cups unsalted butter
- 1 ½ cups half-and-half
- 2 teaspoons kosher salt
- ½ teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
- ½ cup additional half-and-half
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter for reheating
Instructions
- Start by placing the diced Russet potatoes into a large stockpot and cover them with water.
- Refill the pot with fresh water, ensuring it’s about two inches above the potatoes; cover and bring to a boil.
- Once boiling, uncover and let the potatoes cook for 15-20 minutes, stirring occasionally, until fork-tender.
- While they cook, create a luxurious butter mixture; combine the unsalted butter, 1 ½ cups of half-and-half, salt, and pepper in a separate saucepan over medium heat.
- When the potatoes are ready, drain the cooking liquid using a colander, rinse briefly under cold water, and shake off excess moisture.
- Transfer the rinsed potatoes into a large mixing bowl, then pour the melted butter mixture over the top.
- Using a potato masher, gently mash until creamy; for finer consistency, consider using a ricer.
- Once mashed, spread the potatoes into a 9×13-inch baking dish, cover tightly with foil, and refrigerate for up to three days.
- When ready to enjoy, remove the dish from the fridge and let it come to room temperature for about 15-30 minutes while preheating the oven to 350°F.
- In a small saucepan, combine the additional ½ cup of half-and-half and 2 tablespoons of butter; gently warm until melted.
- Pour this mixture over the potatoes, cover with foil, and bake for 20-25 minutes, or until heated through; gently stir and fluff before serving.
Notes
Customize with garlic, cream cheese, or fresh herbs for added flavor; store leftovers in airtight container for up to 3-5 days.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 380
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 350mg
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 36g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 75mg