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wrote:
> Stan Horwitz wrote:
> > In article >,
> > "cybercat" > wrote:
> >
> > > This year, I really want to avoid the last minute flusters.
> > >
> > > However, I want everything to be really good.
> > >
> > > On the good side, I am only cooking for 4--but of course we have to have
> > > enough leftovers for everyone to take home.
> > >
> > > Is there a way to make homemade mashed potatoes ahead of time and have them
> > > be just as good? Or is that the one thing, along with the bread, that I need
> > > to do just before serving? I'm using russets if that matters. Thanks!
> >
> > Sure. Just cook the mashed potatoes the day before. Make them a bit dry,
> > then a few minutes before you're ready to server, add a bit of milk and
> > butter, put them in a microwave safe serving bowl, nuke for a few
> > minutes, stir thoroughly, then nuke a few more minutes
>
> In what way is that more convenient than just making the mashed
> potatoes at the dinner time?

She wouldn't have to peel, boil and whip them when company is there (no
pan for boiling, no mixer to clean up). It would make things
significantly more convenient. Nuking them would only keep her away
from her guests for a few moments.