Make-Ahead Mashed Potatoes

By harvard88

Ingredients

• 3 pounds Yukon gold potatoes, peeled and cut into 1-inch pieces
• kosher salt and black pepper
• 6 tablespoons (3/4 stick) unsalted butter, cut into pieces, plus more for serving
• 3/4 cup sour cream
• 3/4 to 1 cup whole milk

Preparation

Step 1

1.Place the potatoes in a large pot and add enough cold water to cover. Bring to a boil and add 2 teaspoons salt. Reduce heat and simmer until very tender, 20 to 25 minutes. Drain the potatoes and return them to the pot.
2.Add the butter, sour cream, ¾ cup of the milk, 1 teaspoon salt, and ½ teaspoon pepper to the potatoes and mash until smooth (adding more milk if necessary). Serve topped with additional butter and pepper.