Make-Ahead Party Mashed Potatoes

Directions

1. 1
   Preheat oven to 350 degrees Fahrenheit.
2. 2
   Spray 13x9-inch oven-safe casserole with non-stick cooking spray; set aside.
3. 3
   Heat water, butter, garlic salt, and onion salt to a boil in a 6 quart Dutch oven.
4. 4
   Remove from heat.
5. 5
   Add cream cheese, milk, and sour cream, stirring until cream cheese is dissolved.
6. 6
   Stir in potato flakes, mixing until all ingredients are well combined.
7. 7
   Spread mashed potato mixture into prepared pan.
8. 8
   Sprinkle with paprika.
9. 9
   Bake for 1 hour or until bubbling around edges and golden brown.
10. 10
    TIP: Before adding paprika and baking, potato mixture can be covered and stored in the refrigerator for up to 48 hours.
11. 11
    Sprinkle with paprika and bake as directed above.