A Mountain Of Make-Ahead Mashed Potatoes

Step 1

Place potatoes in large pot, cover with water, and bring to a boil.

Step 2

Reduce heat, cover, and cook for 20-25 minutes or until potatoes are tender.

Step 3

Drain potatoes, place in large bowl, and mash with sour cream, cream cheese, onions, salt, and 4 tablespoons of butter, stirring until butter and cream cheese have melted.

Step 4

Spread potatoes into greased 13 x 9 baking dish.

Step 5

Melt remaining butter and drizzle over potatoes.

Step 6

Sprinkle with paprika, cover, and refrigerate until ready to use (you can bake these right away, of course).

Step 7

Refrigerated potatoes need to sit at room temperature for 30 minutes before baking.

Step 8

Cover with tin foil and bake at 350 degrees for 40 minutes, then remove foil and bake for another 20 minutes.