Description
Indulge in the ultimate comfort food with these Make Ahead Creamy Italian Mashed Potatoes. Infused with rich flavors from creamy butter and Italian herbs, this dish is perfect for family gatherings or cozy weeknight dinners. Fluffy, buttery, and irresistibly smooth, these mashed potatoes will transport your taste buds straight to Italy. Prepare them ahead of time for hassle-free entertaining, and enjoy a warm hug in every bite.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 pounds Russet potatoes, peeled and cubed
- ½ cup unsalted butter (1 stick)
- ½ cup heavy cream
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 2 tsp Italian seasoning
- 1 tsp salt
- ½ tsp black pepper
Instructions
- Begin by peeling and cubing the Russet potatoes into even chunks. Place them in a large pot with cold water.
- Bring the pot to a boil over medium-high heat. Add a generous pinch of salt and reduce heat slightly. Simmer for about 15-20 minutes until fork-tender.
- Drain the cooked potatoes in a colander and return them to the pot. Mash until smooth and creamy.
- Gradually stir in unsalted butter and heavy cream until fully combined. Add garlic powder, Italian seasoning, salt, and black pepper to taste.
- Transfer the mashed potatoes to a greased baking dish. Cover tightly with aluminum foil if preparing ahead.
- When ready to serve, preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Bake covered for 30 minutes or until heated through. Remove foil for an additional 10 minutes for a golden top.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (220g)
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 490mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 25g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 30mg