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Frozen Mashed Potatoes- Any experience pro or con?

violann — Wed, 19 Nov 2014 15:24:00 GMT

Please post if you do. In the past I've hated the huge mess with mashed potatoes- this year I'd like to try something new. I need to prepare for 12-14 potato lovers......

Re: Frozen Mashed Potatoes- Any experience pro or con?

BichonEmma — Wed, 19 Nov 2014 15:48:22 GMT

Are you asking about making your own and freezing them or buying already made frozen mashed potatoes at the grocery store?

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misspammie — Wed, 19 Nov 2014 15:50:58 GMT

my very 'good cook' family turned me onto Country Crock mashed potatoes,,,in the deli dept. in a brownish crock container. I hope this is the name,,,,Jimmy Dean maybe???? you'll know it when you see it. and it's deliciousd

Re: Frozen Mashed Potatoes- Any experience pro or con?

violann — Wed, 19 Nov 2014 15:56:18 GMT

Open to anythng I don't have to peel!

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Just Plain Crazy — Wed, 19 Nov 2014 16:54:06 GMT

While visiting our DD last month, our son in law had smoked a pork roast and made some wonderful mashed potatoes and gravy. The potatoes were from Ore_Ida and are called Steam n' Mash from the freezer section. They are chunks of russet potatoes and you steam them in the microwave then mash them like you would your mashed potatoes. We just had to pick some up when we got home. 7 servings to the bag according to the bag. I guess that would depend on how big of serving are taken.

HTH

JPC

Re: Frozen Mashed Potatoes- Any experience pro or con?

mnmom — Wed, 19 Nov 2014 16:59:22 GMT

I've used the Steam 'n Mash and like them very much. It does take something like 12 minutes to microwave a whole bag, though, so you have to plan accordingly. Could probably do earlier and keep warm in the oven.

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LilacTree — Wed, 19 Nov 2014 17:04:00 GMT

I have used them and they are fine. Taste is no different than regular at home. I cannot peel potatoes, so if I'm going to have them, I have to buy the frozen mashed or get baking potatoes to put in the oven.

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Shogirl — Wed, 19 Nov 2014 17:14:43 GMT

I was shocked when going to dinner at my daughter-in-law's once and tasting her most excellent mashed potatoes only to find they were frozen! I don't know why, but I never would've imagined they would taste as good as 'real' mashed potatoes.

Re: Frozen Mashed Potatoes- Any experience pro or con?

violann — Wed, 19 Nov 2014 22:19:57 GMT

I am SO encouraged!! Thanks to all!

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kitty4me — Wed, 19 Nov 2014 22:23:43 GMT

I should try these.

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RedHeadedWench — Wed, 19 Nov 2014 22:49:59 GMT

We use the Steam and Mash all the time for mashed potatoes..I can't cut the dang things anymore. They are great. Make them with real butter and cream for Thanksgiving.

YUMMY!

Re: Frozen Mashed Potatoes- Any experience pro or con?

gulf coast girl — Wed, 19 Nov 2014 22:57:26 GMT

I have never had mashed potatoes that were first frozen, now I'm willing to look for them just to try them. They sound "okay" after reading all the good opinions.

Re: Frozen Mashed Potatoes- Any experience pro or con?

chickenbutt — Wed, 19 Nov 2014 22:58:57 GMT

I never peel my potatoes for mashed potatoes. I really like having the peels on them. It doesn't take over at all and just adds a little rustic quality to them. Plus, lots of nutritious value there. Of course, I scrub them first.

Anyway, you can make them the day before, put them into a casserole of sorts, cover it up, and put it in the refrigerator. Then you can heat them up in the microwave that day. I just put a pat of butter on top (why not, eh?) and put the glass lid on the casserole and heat them in the microwave just before serving time. Mashers warm very well in the microwave.

Mine are probably different than most people because I don't add cream or milk. It's just potatoes, quite a bit of butter, some sort of hard cheese like parm, romano, or asiago, and s&p. Then I hand-mash. Can't mess that up. They still come out creamy and nice without adding milk to them so you taste the potatoes more, too.

Re: Frozen Mashed Potatoes- Any experience pro or con?

ahoymate — Wed, 19 Nov 2014 23:00:42 GMT

On 11/19/2014 violann said: Open to anythng I don't have to peel!

Frozen mashed potatoes This is a special holiday & freshly mashed potatoes are a welcome & integral part of this holiday. Definitely not frozen.

Peel in advance. Soak in H20 until it's time to mash. This is so easy to do. I hate to think what other short cuts U take. Just saying.................

Re: Frozen Mashed Potatoes- Any experience pro or con?

Kachina624 — Wed, 19 Nov 2014 23:03:24 GMT

My dad was raised in a huge potato-growing area and knew a lot about them. He could immediately taste it if a potato had been frozen. He said they had a sweetish taste. It's one thing I would never freeze. I have bought the commercial frozen mashed potatoes and they tasted fine to me. They probably know how to handle them.

Re: Frozen Mashed Potatoes- Any experience pro or con?

depglass — Wed, 19 Nov 2014 23:06:54 GMT

Once again Sk comes up with a nasty answer. This is the new kinder, gentler, QVC forum.

Re: Frozen Mashed Potatoes- Any experience pro or con?

ahoymate — Wed, 19 Nov 2014 23:11:15 GMT

On 11/19/2014 depglass said:
Once again Sk comes up with a nasty answer.

Really? My opinion is ""nasty"". Do U live in a glass house? U R too thin skinned for this world lady. With so many posts U don't get out much do U?

Re: Frozen Mashed Potatoes- Any experience pro or con?

Iwantcoffee — Wed, 19 Nov 2014 23:17:39 GMT

You could try a small amount of frozen mashed potatoes before serving it on Thanksgiving. It is a good idea to do that before serving guest or making a large amount.

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Josea922 — Wed, 19 Nov 2014 23:29:20 GMT

My sister always makes extra mashed potatoes and freezes them. They taste as good as they do when they were fresh. I was shocked that it worked so well. I've since done it myself many times.

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newagain888888 — Wed, 19 Nov 2014 23:49:20 GMT

Bob Evans (the restaurant) sells delicious pre-made mashed potatoes and they are sold in the refrigerated section of Kroger, Publix, and Wal-mart. There are a variety of choices (like sour cream and chives or cheddar) For the amazing taste and convenience, we rarely feel it is worth the extra effort to make mashed potatoes from scratch anymore. The 'original' flavor is our favorite. Maybe you could give them a try. They also make an excellent macaroni and cheese.