How to Make Smooth, Make-Ahead Mashed Potatoes (No Grainy Outcome) | America's Test Kitchen

heavy cream

🥗Healthier: Greek yogurt

💰Cheaper: milk + cornstarch

Greek yogurt reduces calories while maintaining creaminess

sour cream

🥗Healthier: plain yogurt

💰Cheaper: cream cheese

Plain yogurt provides similar tang with fewer calories.

Peel and cut potatoes into even chunks.

Microwave the potatoes to jump-start the cooking process.

Transfer the potatoes to a baking dish and cover with plastic wrap.

Refrigerate until ready to bake.

When ready to serve, preheat oven to 350°F.

Remove plastic wrap and bake for 30-40 minutes until heated through.

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