Make-Ahead Mashed Potatoes

This can be made up to a week ahead. If preparing ahead, place in an ovenproof baking dish, allow to cool slightly, cover and refrigerate.

5 pounds potatoes, peeled and quartered (about 15 medium)
6 ounces light cream cheese
1 cup light sour cream
2 teaspoons onion powder
1 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon black pepper
2 egg whites, slightly beaten
1 tablespoon margarine

Cook the potatoes in large pot of boiling water until they are tender, about 20 minutes. Drain; mash until there are no lumps. Add the cream cheese, sour cream, onion powder, salt, pepper and egg whites; blend well. Spray a 9 x 13 inch casserole with nonstick cooking spray. Add potato mixture. Dot with margarine. Cool slightly, cover and refrigerate up to 7 days. Take potatoes out of refrigerator about 3 1/2 hours before you plan to serve them. Place in slow-cooker. Dot with margarine or butter. Cook on low heat for 3 hours, stirring once or twice. They can be held an additional 30 minutes or more.

Note: Potatoes can be reheated in the oven. +Take out of the refrigerator approximately 30 minutes before baking. Preheat oven to 350 degrees. Bake, covered, 40 minutes or until steaming hot in center. a slow-cooker.

Source: The Oregonian

Authentic German Home Style Recipes

by Gini Youngkrantz

Authentic German Home Style Recipes is a German cookbook with over 280 recipes. Each recipe is listed in both its German and English name. All measurements are in the English system. All ingredients can be found in U.S. grocery stores. This book also contains common German sayings translated into English. Many traditions, history and helpful hints are included.

About the Author
Gini was born in the historical city of Heidelberg, Germany in May 1944. Her Father became a casualty of the War in August the same year. Her Mother raised her and her sister in Gini's Grandmothers apartment. At the age of four her Grandmother began seeking her assistance to prepare the meals. Three years later her Grandmother passed away leaving the meal preparation solely to Gini while her Mother worked.

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