Make-Ahead Mashed Potatoes — General recipe

Make-Ahead Mashed Potatoes

Eats Now Editorial Team  · 287 kcal  · General

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Try this homemade Make-Ahead Mashed Potatoes recipe the whole family will love. Made with potatoes, sour cream, cream cheese and margarine. Easy step-by…

This Make-Ahead Mashed Potatoes relies on simple, everyday ingredients such as medium potatoes (2 lb.), dairy sour cream, margarine or butter and pepper or white pepper. It comes together quickly and makes 4 servings, at about 287 kcal each. The step-by-step instructions below are written to be easy to follow, even on a busy day.

It's versatile enough for an easy weeknight dinner yet satisfying enough for guests at the weekend. Serve it with your favorite sides, and keep any leftovers for a quick meal the next day.

Updated Jun 30, 2026

Serves 4 General
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