Make-Ahead Ranch Mashed Potatoes

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   Combine potatoes, water and salt in 2-quart saucepan.

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   Cook over high heat until water comes to a boil.

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   Reduce heat to low.

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   Cover; cook 15-20 minutes or until potatoes are fork tender.

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   Drain.

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   Mash potatoes with potato masher or electric mixer, gradually adding 2/3 cup milk.

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   Stir in sour cream and dressing mix.

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   Spread potatoes evenly into 1 1/2-quart casserole.

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   Pour remaining milk over potatoes.

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    Do not mix.

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    Dot with butter.

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    Cover; refrigerate 4 hours or overnight.

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    Heat oven to 400F.

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    Bake uncovered 20 minutes; stir.

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    Continue baking 20-30 minutes or until heated through.

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    Variation: To prepare 12 servings, double all ingredients except use 1 1/4 cups milk.

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    Cook potatoes as directed above.

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    Mash potatoes with potato masher or electric mixer, gradually adding 1 cup milk.

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    Stir in sour cream and dressing mix.

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    Spread potatoes evenly in 3-quart casserole.

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    Pour remaining milk over potatoes.

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    Continue as directed above.

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