Company’s Coming Make -Ahead Potatoes

May 11, 2023May 11, 20230 15

Creamy and Delicious Company's Coming Make-Ahead Potatoes

by The Chefin Side

Prep

15 min

Cook

30 min

Ready In

45 min

Level

Easy

Rating

Ingredients

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe

6-8

Calories

335

Sugar

Fat

22g

These Make-Ahead Potatoes are perfect for when you have company coming over and need an easy, stress-free side dish. The creamy, soft texture pairs perfectly well with roasted chicken, steak, or grilled veggies. It's also perfect for meal prep, make it over the weekend and enjoy throughout the week as a quick side dish. Plus, it's a great way to use up leftover potatoes. Give this recipe a try and watch it become a family favorite!

Instructions

1.	Boil the potatoes in salted water until they're tender. This should take around 15 to 20 minutes. Once done, drain them and set aside.
2.	Preheat your oven to 350°F.
3.	Grease a baking dish.
4.	In a large bowl, add the cooked potatoes, sour cream, cream cheese, 3 tbsp. butter, and salt. Use a potato masher to mash them all together.
5.	Transfer the potato mixture into the greased baking dish.
6.	Melt 1 tbsp. of butter and brush it on top of the potatoes.
7.	Bake for 30 minutes until it's golden brown on top. Let it cool for a few minutes before serving.

PROS

These potatoes are creamy, rich, and delicious.
So easy to make and perfect for meal prep or when you need a side dish to feed a crowd.
It’s also gluten-free!

CONS

While the potatoes are delicious, they’re high in calories and can be quite filling.
Not recommended for those on low-carb or low-fat diets.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Potatoes are a great source of complex carbs and vitamins. They’re gluten-free and rich in fiber. The sour cream and cream cheese adds a dose of calcium and protein. Enjoy in moderation as part of a balanced diet.

	5 large potatoes , peeled and cut into eighths
	1/2 cup sour cream
	3 ounces cream cheese , softened
	4 tablespoons butter , divided
	1 teaspoon salt