bonappetit4.2
Make-Ahead Mashed Potatoes
Prep these Yukon Gold mashed potatoes up to 2 days ahead. With the right cooking method and our smart reheating tips, you won’t be able to tell the difference.
👥 8 Servings🔥 Cook: 10 min👤 Chris Morocco📖 bonappetit
🥘 Ingredients
Check off ingredients as you prepare them:
🍳 Cookware
- ●pot
- ●saucepan
- ●bowl
- ●baking dish
📝 Preparation Steps
1
Place 4 lb. medium Yukon Gold potatoes, scrubbed, in a large pot and pour in cold water to cover by 1". Add a large handful of kosher salt (water should taste briny, like the ocean) and bring to a boil. Reduce heat and simmer until potatoes are very tender but not crumbly, 30–⏱️ 40 minutes. Drain and return potatoes to warm pot to dry (off heat).
. medium Yukon Gold potatoes, scrubbed4 lbKosher salt
2
Meanwhile, heat ⅔ cup heavy cream and ⅔ cup whole milk in a small saucepan over medium until just about to simmer. Reduce heat to low and keep warm until ready to add to potatoes.
3
Pass hot potatoes and 1¼ cups (2½ sticks) unsalted butter, cut into pieces, through ricer into a large bowl (this will help combine them quickly; most of the skins should stay behind, but pick out any small pieces that get through if you want); season generously with salt. Mix with a potato masher until butter is melted and combined.
¼ cups (2½ sticks) unsalted butter, cut into pieces1
4
Mixing constantly, gradually add warm cream mixture to mashed potatoes, then mix in ½ cup sour cream. Taste and season with salt and freshly ground black pepper as desired.
Freshly ground black pepper
5
Transfer mashed potatoes to a baking dish or other shallow container, let them cool completely, then cover and chill for up to 2 days. To serve, transfer potatoes to a small pot and add ⅓ cup heavy cream and ⅓ cup whole milk; reheat over medium-low, stirring often (but gently) to prevent scorching. Editor’s note: This recipe for make-ahead mashed potatoes was first printed in our November 2018 issue; it has been updated for style. Head this way for more great make-ahead Thanksgiving recipes →
Reviews & Ratings
Share your thoughts and feedback about this recipe
Write a Review
Community Feedback
0 ReviewsLoading reviews...