Make Ahead Cheesy Mashed Potatoes

Pallet and Pantry
by Pallet and Pantry
8 servings
1 hr 5 min

Whether you are looking for a new & delicious side for the holidays, or just need a way to use up those leftover mashed potatoes. this Make-Ahead Cheesy Mashed Potatoes recipe is for you!


A dear friend of mine used to make these scrumptious potatoes whenever we got together for Easter. They go perfectly with smoked ham, but she also served them with roast beef and fried chicken too.


These creamy potatoes are so easy to put together, and I often make them whenever I have leftover mashed potatoes. The best part is you can make them in advance which saves so much time when you have guests over.

Simply Boil the potatoes. Drain. And then whip them up adding in the remaining ingredients (except for shredded cheese and parsley.)

Place the cheesy potatoes in a greased casserole dish and top with more cheese, parsley, and patties of butter. Then bake until the potatoes are warmed through and the top is golden brown.

Make Ahead Cheesy Mashed Potatoes
Recipe details
  • 8  servings
  • Prep time: 20 Minutes Cook time: 45 Minutes Total time: 1 hr 5 min
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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

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.
Preheat oven to 350. Butter a 2-3 quart casserole dish. Set aside.
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.
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.
Scoop potatoes into the buttered casserole dish and spread out evenly.
Sprinkle with grated cheddar cheese and parsley. Place 3 pats of butter on top.
Bake in the oven for 45 minutes or until bubbly and golden brown.
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Comments
  • Ellen Ellen on Mar 19, 2022

    How is this recipe using up leftover mashed potatoes?

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    • M M on Mar 18, 2023

      The author say: “Whether you are looking for a new & delicious side for the holidays, or just need a way to use up those leftover mashed potatoes. this Make-Ahead Cheesy Mashed Potatoes recipe is for you!”

  • Gurdie Gurdie on Mar 18, 2023

    Sounds delicious but fattening. Not that that would stop me every once in a while.

    • M M on Mar 18, 2023

      Fattening only if you eat too much of this or anything else! LOL

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