Deluxe Mashed Potatoes

By á-4099

THIS IS one of my favorite side dishes because it can be made ahead, refrigerated and then popped into the oven just prior to dinnertime.

Ingredients

• 4 to 5 large potatoes (about 2-1/2 pounds)
• 1 package (3 ounces) cream cheese, softened
• 1/2 cup sour cream
• 1 tablespoon chopped chives
• 3/4 teaspoon onion salt
• 1/4 teaspoon pepper
• 1 tablespoon butter
• Paprika, optional

Preparation

Step 1

Peel and cube the potatoes; place in a saucepan and cover with water. Cook over medium heat until tender; drain. Mash until smooth (do not add milk or butter). Stir in cream cheese, sour cream, chives, onion salt and pepper. Spoon into a greased 1-1/2-qt. baking dish. Dot with butter; sprinkle with paprika if desired. Cover and bake at 350° for 35-40 minutes or until heated through.