Snowy Mashed Potato Casserole
📜 Collection: Dwayne Collection | ✍️ Attribution: Sharon | 📂 Category: Sides A rich and fluffy mashed potato casserole whipped with cream cheese, sour cream, and garlic, then baked to golden perfection. This comforting side dish is perfect for holiday gatherings and can easily be prepared ahead of time.
| Prep Time | Cook Time | Inactive / Chill Time | Yield / Servings |
|---|---|---|---|
| 20 mins | 45 mins | None | 8 servings |
🔪 Key Equipment
- Large kettle
- Stand mixer or hand mixer
- Large mixing bowl
- 10-cup baking dish
Ingredients
Casserole Ingredients
| Measurements | Ingredients | Prep / Notes |
|---|---|---|
| 4 lbs (approx. 12 medium) | Potatoes | None |
| 1 package (8 oz) | Cream Cheese | softened |
| 1 cup | Sour Cream | None |
| 2 tsp | Salt | None |
| 1/4 tsp | Black Pepper | None |
| 1 clove | Garlic | crushed |
| 1/4 cup | Chives | chopped |
| 1/2 tsp | Paprika | None |
| 1 tbsp | Butter | or oleo, for dotting |
Instructions
Preparation and Baking
- Cook the 4 lbs potatoes in boiling salted water in a large kettle for 15 minutes or until fork-tender, then drain thoroughly.
- Mash the drained potatoes in a large bowl of a mixer. Add the 8 oz cream cheese, 1 cup sour cream, 2 tsp salt, 1/4 tsp black pepper, and 1 clove crushed garlic.
- Beat at high speed until the mixture is completely smooth, light, and fluffy. Gently stir in the 1/4 cup chopped chives.
- Spoon the mixture into a lightly greased 10-cup baking dish. Sprinkle the top evenly with 1/2 tsp paprika and dot with 1 tbsp butter.
- Bake in a moderate oven at 350°F for 30 minutes or until the top is lightly golden and the casserole is heated through.
💡 Make-Ahead & Storage: This casserole can be assembled up to 24 hours in advance, covered, and stored in the refrigerator. Increase the baking time by 10 to 15 minutes if baking directly from the fridge.
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