How to make mashed potatoes with cream cheese

Place potatoes into a large pot and cover with salted water; bring to a boil. Reduce heat to medium-low and simmer until tender, about 20 minutes. Drain and transfer to a bowl.

Tips

Make sure you add enough salt! It will enhance the flavor of the cream cheese.

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Nutrition Facts (per serving)

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Nutrition FactsServings Per Recipe 6Calories 287% Daily Value *Total Fat 15g19%Saturated Fat 10g48%Cholesterol 47mg16%Sodium 137mg6%Total Carbohydrate 32g12%Dietary Fiber 4g14%Total Sugars 2gProtein 7gVitamin C 35mg175%Calcium 58mg4%Iron 2mg10%Potassium 800mg17%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

** Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.

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This easy mashed potatoes recipe uses cream cheese and a container of sour cream to add flavor and create an extra creamy texture. You'll want to make sure that you don't overbeat the potatoes so they will stay smooth and fluffy.

We also love that they can be made up to two days ahead and stored in the refrigerator until you are ready to bake, making them the perfect side dish for holiday entertaining or church potlucks. They're also great to prepare ahead on the weekends so on busy weeknights all you have to do is pop them in the oven. Just take them out of the refrigerator and let them stand at room temperature for about 30 minutes before baking as directed. If you have it on have it on hand, you can garnish with fresh parsley or paprika if desired.

Ingredients

• 5 lbs. baking potatoes

• 6 oz. cream cheese, softened

• 1 (8-oz.) container sour cream

• 1/2 cup butter or margarine, softened

• 1/2 cup milk

• 2 tsp. onion salt

• Paprika or chopped fresh parsley, for garnish (optional)

Directions

1. Peel potatoes, and cut into 1-inch cubes.

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   Cook in a medium saucepan in boiling water to cover 15 to 20 minutes or until tender; drain and place into a large mixing bowl.

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2. Add cream cheese and next 4 ingredients; beat at medium speed with an electric mixer until smooth and fluffy (do not overbeat).

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   Spoon into a lightly greased 13- x 9-inch or 3-quart baking dish.

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3. Bake, covered, at 325°F for 50 minutes or until thoroughly heated; garnish, if desired.

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Tips

Unbaked mashed potatoes may be chilled up to 2 days. Let stand at room temperature 30 minutes, and bake as directed.

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