Make-Ahead Ranch Mashed Potatoes

Directions

1. 1
   Combine potatoes, water and salt in 2-quart saucepan.
2. 2
   Cook over high heat until water comes to a boil.
3. 3
   Reduce heat to low.
4. 4
   Cover; cook 15-20 minutes or until potatoes are fork tender.
5. 5
   Drain.
6. 6
   Mash potatoes with potato masher or electric mixer, gradually adding 2/3 cup milk.
7. 7
   Stir in sour cream and dressing mix.
8. 8
   Spread potatoes evenly into 1 1/2-quart casserole.
9. 9
   Pour remaining milk over potatoes.
10. 10
    Do not mix.
11. 11
    Dot with butter.
12. 12
    Cover; refrigerate 4 hours or overnight.
13. 13
    Heat oven to 400F.
14. 14
    Bake uncovered 20 minutes; stir.
15. 15
    Continue baking 20-30 minutes or until heated through.
16. 16
    Variation: To prepare 12 servings, double all ingredients except use 1 1/4 cups milk.
17. 17
    Cook potatoes as directed above.
18. 18
    Mash potatoes with potato masher or electric mixer, gradually adding 1 cup milk.
19. 19
    Stir in sour cream and dressing mix.
20. 20
    Spread potatoes evenly in 3-quart casserole.
21. 21
    Pour remaining milk over potatoes.
22. 22
    Continue as directed above.