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Mashed Potatoes Recipes Meal Prep That Actually Tastes Great

Discover a delicious and satisfying mashed potato recipe perfect for meal prepping. This recipe offers a comforting taste that can be enjoyed throughout the week, catering to health-conscious individuals and busy families.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Soaking Time 2 hours
Total Time 2 hours 30 minutes
Servings: 6 cups
Course: Side Dish
Calories: 611
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Mashed Potatoes
  • 4 pounds Yukon gold potatoes peeled and cut into ~1" cubes
  • 8 tablespoon unsalted butter
  • 1 cup milk
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 1/2 cup sour cream optional, for extra creaminess
  • 1 teaspoon salt or to taste, divided
  • 1/4 teaspoon pepper or to taste

Equipment

  • Hand mixer or potato masher
  • Large pot

Method
 

  1. Peel the potatoes and cut them into approximately 1-inch cubes. Place the cubes in a bowl and cover with cold water by about 2 inches. Refrigerate for at least 2 hours, or up to overnight.
  2. Drain the potatoes. In a large pot, cover the drained potatoes with cold water by 2 inches. Add half of the salt. Bring the water to a boil, then reduce the heat and simmer until a knife can easily slip in and out of the potato slices, about 12–15 minutes. Drain the potatoes thoroughly.
  3. Return the drained potatoes to the pot. Add the butter and stir to combine. Add a pinch of salt and several grinds of pepper. Pour in the milk, heavy cream, and sour cream (if using). Stir everything to combine. Mash the potatoes to your desired consistency using a hand mixer or a potato masher. Taste and adjust seasoning as needed.

Nutrition

Calories: 611kcalCarbohydrates: 68gProtein: 11gFat: 11gSodium: 458mgFiber: 7gSugar: 5g

Notes

This recipe is designed for meal prep, allowing you to enjoy delicious mashed potatoes throughout the week. Adjust seasoning to your preference.

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