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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. —JoAnn Koerkenmeier, Damiansville, Illinois
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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 Jan. 09, 2013 by mathewgirl
Made these once for a funeral dinner at my church. Now is my "must bring" every time. People practically lick the pan!
Reviewed on Dec. 31, 2012 by Diane429
Took this dish to my brothers for Christmas & every single person RAVED about it. I'm sure that it will be one of the top requested dishes for me to make from now on.
Reviewed on Dec. 24, 2012 by iteach5
Wow! I made these for our Christmas family get-together Dec. 23, and they were a big hit! I didn't have the sour cream on hand, but I substituted 1/2 cup extra milk. I also used a little less seasoning (garlic and onion powders). When baked, they puffed up so light and creamy. A winner for family gatherings!
Reviewed on Dec. 21, 2012 by MarcyC48
This was absolutely delicious! Everyone in my family one love it! Going to try it out at a senior's potluck tonight. I just KNOW they will fall in love with this also!
Reviewed on Nov. 29, 2012 by Villalou
This is something i will definitely try, my husband and kids love mashed potatoes and everything that were added in this recipe will make them love it more.
Reviewed on Nov. 28, 2012 by NeNe5519
OHHHH MY MY MY - These are Wonderful... seemed like a lot of ingrediants but well worth all of it...
Reviewed on Nov. 27, 2012 by Ashleyktle
THIS IS A GREAT DISH. IT CAN BE MADE AHEAD OF TIME AND BAKED BEFORE SERVING.
Reviewed on Nov. 24, 2012 by fralor
Wonderful being able to prepare this recipe ahead of time. Thought it would be a little dry, but no, it was perfect. My husband, who isn't a mashed potato eater, thought it was great.
Reviewed on Oct. 19, 2012 by santosdebbie2010
love this recipe easy and yummy!!
Reviewed on Jul. 20, 2012 by tam-tam44
So yummy!!! I don't even particularily love mashed potatoes, but I would definitely make these over and over again.
Reviewed on Jul. 16, 2012 by TahitiTan
A serving takes up most of a day's calories, but they are worth it.
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!!!!
Reviewed on Mar. 25, 2012 by selias
I've made this a few times,,, always turns out great,, everyone loves it!!!I would make this again for sure!!
I've made this a few times,,, always turns out great,, everyone loves it!!!
I would make this again for sure!!
This is an awesome recipe,,,, made it three times now,, and always got rave reviews!!!
Reviewed on Mar. 13, 2012 by karmcca
This recipe was just FANTASTIC! I used 1/2 & 1/2 instead of 2% milk. Rich,creamy,great tasting and easy to make!!
Reviewed on Feb. 26, 2012 by MouseladyinTX
Made this many times. It is so delicous. A favorite for sure.
Reviewed on Feb. 25, 2012 by MrsOrganized
This is a wonderful recipe. Very pretty too. Thank you so much for sharing with us.
Reviewed on Jan. 23, 2012 by selias
Made this for company this weekend....got rave reviews!!! Will make it again for sure!!
Reviewed on Jan. 18, 2012 by selias
Sounds great! Can't wait to try it!! If the oven is busy,, has anyone heated this in the microwave??
Reviewed on Jan. 08, 2012 by Sparklemea
Very good, I forgot the sour cream and didn't miss it. Used low fat milk, cheese and cream cheese and it was still great.
Reviewed on Dec. 26, 2011 by wsedgwick
Served these for Christmas dinner yesterday and they were a HUGE hit! Loved being able to make these the day before, then heat before dinner. Added some extra cheese right into the potato mixture, too...yum!
Reviewed on Nov. 21, 2011 by ButterLovingGirl
Lots of whining last Easter when I said, "Sorry, no gravy." This recipe shut them up quick. So delicious it should be against the law!
Reviewed on Nov. 05, 2011 by veggiemama
Wonderful potatoes!
Reviewed on Oct. 26, 2011 by pschube
HEARTY AND DELICIOUS!
Reviewed on Oct. 16, 2011 by RhondaK65
Delicious! I cut the fat by using light cream cheese and sour cream and skim milk. Also skipped the onions.
Reviewed on Sep. 03, 2011 by SoCalGirlinTX
OMG this is my family's brand new favorite recipe!!!!
Reviewed on Jul. 27, 2011 by bzdz1128
This is now a new family favorite!!!
Reviewed on Jul. 12, 2011 by New Recipe Night!
Anything with bacon & potatoes is a winner!!! This is a keeper!!!
Reviewed on May. 29, 2011 by parksville
These are easy and very, very good. You can prepare them a day ahead then pop in the oven when ready to cook. We will definitely keep them on the top 10 list in our house.
Reviewed on Apr. 25, 2011 by Amothy
Made these for Easter. AMAZING! Definitely is going into the "definitely make again" file
Reviewed on Apr. 24, 2011 by retiredcookie2000
This is definitely a keeper. Served this as part of our Easter dinner and everyone loved it!
Reviewed on Apr. 12, 2011 by Joy Lang
Very Yummy
Reviewed on Mar. 23, 2011 by tbardella
Wonderful! Made a double batch and they were gone!!! Huge hit!
Reviewed on Mar. 21, 2011 by Aima
Make a double recipe and take it to the potluck. It will be gone before you get through the line!
Reviewed on Mar. 19, 2011 by Christina Holzmeister
I have made this for our Church and my family. Everyone that has had it, LOVE IT!!!
Reviewed on Mar. 13, 2011 by reallygood
Ooops, that's Neufchatel!
We made this w/Nufchatel,Light Sour Cream & reduced fat cheddar cheese. Yummy!
Reviewed on Mar. 05, 2011 by Ginico
I made this for a small church dinner group (6), I found that I needed to add additional milk to get the potatoes creamy. I had some leftovers, so I put them in the food processor, added a tablespoon of flour and 1 egg and made potatoe pancakes. The cheese, bacon,onion topping ground up throughout the potatoes gave the pancakes a really unique flavor - very good!
Reviewed on Mar. 03, 2011 by Rebson
These were the best mashed potatoes I've ever had. I halved the recipe and it worked fine. Will definitely be making these again and again.
Reviewed on Feb. 17, 2011 by chocolatecherry
This recipe went very well with the Italian Spiral Meatloaf. I used a box of Idaho Potatoes instead and I forgot to put the cream cheese and it still was the best textured mashed potatoes I ever made. I also only seasoned my potatoes with salt and pepper. I don't think I'll ever eat plain mashed potatoes again. Thank You!
Reviewed on Feb. 15, 2011 by BNavarro0331
This was wonderful!! I made it for my parents on monday and we loved it so much when my husband came home Saturday i made it again and we all had it again!
Reviewed on Feb. 13, 2011 by GFEZ6
These potatoes are wonderful. I cut the recipe in half for my son and I. I will definitely make these again. This recipe is a keeper.
Reviewed on Feb. 10, 2011 by misti0379
These were DELICIOUS! I will definitely make these again and again!!
Reviewed on Feb. 07, 2011 by Moosiemom
I made this recipe for company and had many compliments on the flavor as well as the presentation of the dish. Absolutely loved it!
Reviewed on Feb. 03, 2011 by Sandy_Dandy
Fantastic potatoes.
Reviewed on Feb. 02, 2011 by D. Woodring
Great recipe!! Easy to make ahead, and we have plenty leftover for tomorrow night's side dish. My family of 5 loved it...especially my kids and they are very picky. It is very rich...I did use skim milk, but may try to use light sour cream and light cream cheese next time to lower the fat content a little. Definitely not something I will make all the time, but it was a real treat. Thanks Amanda.
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