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Close-up of a bowl filled with fluffy Creamy Mashed Potatoes (Make Ahead), topped with melted butter and fresh chives.

Creamy Mashed Potatoes (Make Ahead)

Learn how to make creamy, rich mashed potatoes ahead of time. This recipe is perfect for busy home chefs and families who love comfort food.
Prep Time 25 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Cooling Time 1 hour
Total Time 1 hour 50 minutes
Servings: 10 side dishes
Course: Side Dish
Cuisine: American
Calories: 319

Ingredients
  

For the Mashed Potatoes
  • 4 lbs russet potatoes about 12 medium, peeled
  • 1 1/4 cups hot milk use 1 to 1 1/4 cups, whole milk recommended
  • 16 Tbsp unsalted butter 2 sticks, at room temperature
  • 1 1/2 tsp salt or to taste, sea salt recommended
For Garnish (Optional)
  • 1 Tbsp fresh parsley or chives finely chopped

Equipment

  • Large pot
  • Stand mixer

Method
 

  1. Peel potatoes and rinse in cold water. Cut potatoes in half if very large. Remove any knots from the potatoes with a small spoon or the tip of a potato peeler for the smoothest texture.
  2. Place potatoes in a large pot and cover with cold water. Bring to a boil and cook partially covered until easily pierced with a knife, about 20-25 minutes. Do not overcook.
  3. Drain well and transfer to the bowl of your stand mixer. Use the whisk attachment and mash potatoes lightly by hand to break them up.
  4. Fit the mixer with the whisk attachment. Start on low speed for 30 seconds, then increase to medium. Slowly drizzle in 1 to 1 1/4 cups of hot milk to reach your desired texture.
  5. With the mixer on, add the softened butter 1 tablespoon at a time, waiting a few seconds between each addition. The potatoes will become whipped and fluffy.
  6. Finally, add 1 1/2 teaspoons of salt, or add to taste.
  7. To store in the refrigerator, cool completely and pack in a heat-safe, airtight container for up to 5 days.
  8. To freeze, pack cooled potatoes in an airtight, freezer-safe container for up to 1 month.
  9. To reheat, thaw in the refrigerator overnight. Reheat on the stove, in a 350°F oven, or in the microwave. Stir in a splash of milk and a bit of butter to restore texture. Avoid overmixing.

Nutrition

Calories: 319kcalCarbohydrates: 34gProtein: 5gFat: 19g

Notes

This recipe was shared by ALEXANDRA BENNET.

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