Holiday Mashed Potatoes

These are by far the best mashed potatoes I have ever had!  We usually make them for Thanksgiving and Christmas.  It's a family recipe, from my husband's side, his Mom always made them and and I was lucky enough to get the recipe from her!

Enjoy!
Kirsten

HOLIDAY MASHED POTATOES

1 - 5 pound bag potatoes
1 package (8 ounces) cream cheese
1 cup half & half
1/2 cup butter
1 teaspoon sea salt
1 teaspoon season salt or garlic salt (optional)
1/4 teaspoon pepper

1)  Boil potatoes until soft and ready for mashing.  Drain.

2)  In a large bowl, mash or whip potatoes with all other ingredients.

3)  Put mixture into large casserole dish sprayed lightly with non-stick cooking spray.  Cover with Saran wrap and refrigerate over night.

4)  Set the casserole dish out on the counter 1 hour before baking and then bake at 350F for 30-45 minutes.

5)  Garnish with chives, parsley or paprika if desired.

NOTES:

~I use kosher salt instead of sea salt, but either would be fine.

~I have never added the season salt or garlic salt and they are awesome, but if you want to add a bit more background flavor and saltiness, then go for it!