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Creamy mashed potatoes get even better when topped with a savory trio of cheese, onions and bacon. Plus, these potatoes offer make-ahead appeal.—Amanda Sauer University City, Missouri

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Creamy Make Ahead Mashed Potatoes Recipe

Prep: 25 min. Bake: 40 min.

Yield: 10 Servings

25 40 65

Ingredients

3 pounds potatoes (about 9 medium), peeled and cubed
1 package (8 ounces) cream cheese, softened
1/2 cup sour cream
1/2 cup butter, cubed
1/4 cup 2% milk
1-1/2 teaspoons onion powder
1 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon garlic powder
1/2 teaspoon pepper
6 bacon strips, chopped
1 cup (4 ounces) shredded cheddar cheese
3 green onions, chopped

Directions

Place potatoes in a Dutch oven and cover with water. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and cook for 10-15 minutes or until tender. Drain; mash potatoes with cream cheese, sour cream and butter. Stir in milk and seasonings.
In a small skillet, cook bacon over medium heat until crisp. Remove to paper towels with a slotted spoon; drain.
Transfer potato mixture to a greased 13-in. x 9-in. baking dish; sprinkle with cheese, onions and bacon. Cover and refrigerate until ready to use.
Remove from the refrigerator 30 minutes before baking. Bake, uncovered, at 350° for 40-50 minutes or until heated through. Yield: 10 servings.

Nutritional Facts 3/4 cup equals 419 calories, 24 g fat (15 g saturated fat), 74 mg cholesterol, 544 mg sodium, 41 g carbohydrate, 4 g fiber, 11 g protein.

Originally published as Make-Ahead Mashed Potatoes in Taste of Home February/March 2011, p31

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Reviewed on May. 20, 2012 by jenniemsrich

I made a few changes to this recipe and we loved it!! I halved the amounts called for the following.....cream cheese, sour cream, butter, milk, and the seasonings.

Reviewed on Apr. 09, 2012 by rudylenak

My family loved it

Reviewed on Apr. 09, 2012 by jforth

These potatoes are delicious, even if they are loaded with calories! I really like that they can be made the day before you need them. This recipe serves a crowd; I'd say more than 10 servings.

Reviewed on Apr. 08, 2012 by KimMancuso

I've made these a couple of times already, and they are excellent. My kids love them. Thinking of making these today, for Easter. These are great for the holidays when you need to get a few menu items done ahead of time, and can just heat them through before serving. Love them!

Reviewed on Apr. 06, 2012 by Jo0219

I first made this recipe for our family owned and operated restaurant located in Kansas for our Christmas Party in 2011. Since then whenever we have a family get together this is the first recipe that I am requested to make. I cannot wait to make these for my son who lives in California. He loves potatoes!! I would like to personally Thank Amanda Sauer, of University, Missouri for sharing this wonderful recipe. THANK YOU, THANK YOU!!!!