Mastering Make-Ahead Mashed Potatoes for Stress-Free Entertaining
This recipe offers a genius solution for preparing mashed potatoes up to two days in advance, perfect for holiday meals like Thanksgiving. By simmering whole, skin-on Yukon Gold potatoes and using a ricer with generous amounts of butter before adding milk and cream, the dish maintains its rich flavor and creamy texture even after refrigeration and reheating. A touch of sour cream adds a delightful tang, ensuring your mashed potatoes are always a crowd-pleaser without last-minute fuss.
By Yotam Ottolenghi