Make Ahead Mashed Potatoes

Description: These potatoes are so creamy! I received the recipe from a friend at work. Cooking time includes both boiling and baking. Add 30 minutes standing time, if you refrigerate before baking.

Ingredients:

• 3 lbs potatoes (about 4 large)
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 2 tablespoons butter or 2 tablespoons margarine
• 2 (3 ounce) packages cream cheese, softened
• 2/3 cup sour cream
• 1/4 cup milk
• 3/4 teaspoon salt
• 1 tablespoon butter or 1 tablespoon margarine, melted
• 1/2 teaspoon paprika

Steps:

1. Place potatoes in a saucepan; add water to cover and 1/2 teaspoon salt.
2. Bring to a boil; cover, reduce heat to medium and simmer for 25 minutes or until pototoes are tender.
3. Drain.
4. Peel potatoes; place in a large mixing bowl, and mash with a potato masher.
5. Add 2 tablespoons butter, cream cheese, sour cream, milk and 3/4 teaspoon salt.
6. Mix until all ingredients are blended.
7. Spoon mixture into a lightly greased 12X8X2-inch baking dish.
8. Brush top of mixture with melted butter; sprinkle with paprika.
9. Bake immediately, or cover and refrigerate.
10. If refrigerated, let stand at room temperature for 30 minutes before baking.
11. Bake at 350F, uncovered for 30 minutes or until hot.