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Best Mashed Potatoes Recipe

Best Mashed Potatoes Recipe

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Indulge in the creamiest, most decadent Best Mashed Potatoes ever! Made with cream cheese, sour cream, and butter, this easy recipe guarantees perfect mashed potatoes every time.

Ingredients

Potatoes:

  • 4 lbs potatoes, peeled and chopped into 1” pieces

Cream Cheese Mixture:

  • 8 oz. cream cheese, cut into smaller pieces
  • 1 cup sour cream
  • 6 Tbsp butter, divided
  • 2 Tbsp butter for topping

Instructions

  1. Cook Potatoes: Place potatoes in a large pot, cover with salted water, boil, simmer until tender, then drain.
  2. Mix Ingredients: Add cream cheese, sour cream, and 6 Tbsp butter to potatoes. Mash until smooth.
  3. Prepare for Baking: Transfer mashed potatoes to a baking dish. Top with thinly sliced 2 Tbsp butter.
  4. Bake: Bake at 300°F for 30 minutes or serve immediately.

Notes

  • You can customize the creaminess by adjusting the amount of cream cheese and sour cream.
  • For a richer flavor, consider adding garlic powder or chives to the mashed potatoes.

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