Company’s Coming Make-Ahead Potatoes
Description: When you’re hosting guests and need a hassle-free side dish that can be prepared in advance, these make-ahead potatoes are your ultimate solution. With just a few simple steps, you can pop them in the oven, bake to perfection, and keep them warm until you’re ready to serve, freeing up valuable time for other meal preparations. Whether it’s a busy weeknight or a potluck gathering, these creamy, cheesy potatoes are sure to be a hit with everyone at the table.
Recipe Category: Potato
Keywords: Cheese, Vegetable, Canadian, European, Low Protein, Kid Friendly, Potluck, Weeknight, Oven, < 4 Hours, Easy
Nutritional Information (Per Serving):
- Calories: 390.2
- Fat Content: 16.6g
- Saturated Fat Content: 9.9g
- Cholesterol Content: 45.9mg
- Sodium Content: 534.5mg
- Carbohydrate Content: 54.9g
- Fiber Content: 6.8g
- Sugar Content: 3.5g
- Protein Content: 7.5g
Servings: 6
Ingredients:
| Quantity | Ingredient |
|---|---|
| 5 | Potatoes |
| 1/2 | Cup sour cream |
| 3 | Ounces cream cheese |
| 4 | Tablespoons butter (plus 1 tablespoon for drizzling) |
| 1 | Pinch of salt |
Instructions:
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Preheat: Begin by preheating your oven to 350°F (175°C).
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Prepare Potatoes: In a large pot, cover the potatoes with water and bring them to a boil. Cook until they are tender enough to be easily pierced with a fork.
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Mash Potatoes: Once the potatoes are cooked, drain them and mash them thoroughly using a potato masher or a fork.
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Add Ingredients: To the mashed potatoes, add in the sour cream, cream cheese, and 3 tablespoons of butter. Mix everything together until well combined. Season with a pinch of salt to taste.
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Transfer to Baking Dish: Spoon the creamy potato mixture into a greased 11×7 inch baking dish, spreading it out evenly.
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Drizzle with Butter: Melt the remaining tablespoon of butter and drizzle it over the top of the potatoes, ensuring even distribution.
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Bake Covered: Cover the baking dish with aluminum foil and place it in the preheated oven. Bake for 30 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld together and the potatoes to heat through.
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Final Bake: After 30 minutes, remove the foil covering and continue to bake for an additional 10 minutes, or until the top of the potatoes is golden brown and slightly crispy.
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Serve: Once baked to perfection, remove the potatoes from the oven and serve them hot alongside your favorite main dishes.
These make-ahead potatoes are not only delicious but also incredibly convenient, allowing you to spend more time enjoying the company of your guests rather than slaving away in the kitchen. Creamy, cheesy, and oh-so-satisfying, they’re a crowd-pleaser that will have everyone coming back for seconds. Whether it’s a casual weeknight dinner or a special occasion, these potatoes are sure to become a staple in your recipe repertoire. Enjoy the convenience and flavor of these delightful make-ahead potatoes at your next gathering! 🥔🧀🍽️
