EASY way to FREEZE Mashed Potatoes! Follow these step by step instructions on how to freeze leftover mashed potatoes and get the magic trick (cream cheese!) to make them taste great! Never throw away leftover Thanksgiving or holiday potatoes again!
Store them in the freezer in air tight plastic or glass containers with completely sealed lids. You can also keep them in containers and cover with plastic/saran wrap.
How to Reheat Mashed Potatoes
Option 1. *MOST RECOMMENDED WAY* Thaw in the refrigerator. Heat in a shallow baking dish in the oven at 350 degrees for about 25-30 minutes, or until any water is evaporated.
Option 2. Thaw in the refrigerator. Heat on stove in small pot over medium heat, until the potatoes are thoroughly heated, about 10 minutes.
The Secret to Reheating Mashed Potatoes
Add cream cheese in the mashed potatoes before heating. Stir. Heat per above instructions. If you don’t have cream cheese on hand, you can also use sour cream.For 2 servings of mashed potatoes – add 2 tablespoons of cream cheese. For 3 servings of mashed potatoes – add 3 tablespoons of cream cheese. For 4 servings of mashed potatoes – add 4 tablespoons of cream cheese.