Make-Ahead Mashed Potatoes

By charlotteh371

Ingredients

• 5 pounds of russet potatoes, peeled and cut into 2 inch chunks
• 12 tablespoons of butter (1 1/2 sticks)
• 1 teaspoon of kosher salt
• 1/2 teaspoon of white pepper
• 8 oz of softened cream cheese
• 1 cup of half and half, heated

Preparation

Step 1

1.Place potatoes in a large pot and fill with water.
2.Bring potatoes to a boil, then reduce heat and let simmer for 15 to 20 minutes.
3.Once potatoes are tender, drain really well in a colander.
4.Return potatoes to pot.
5.Cube one stick of butter and add to hot potatoes.
6.Sprinkle in salt and pepper and begin mashing using a hand masher.
7.Mash until smooth.
8.Add softened cream cheese and mash until combined.
9.Stir in hot half and half.
10.Transfer potatoes to a baking dish.
11.Slice remaining butter into six slices and lay on top of mashed potatoes.
12.Bake potatoes at 350 for 35-45 minutes until top is golden brown.
13.Sprinkle with finely diced chives.