French Mashed Potatoes (Pommes Purée) freezing question

Question

Can the French Mashed Potatoes (Pommes Purée) be frozen?  If so, do I prepare all the way and then freeze? And how should I reheat them?  Thank you :-)

Elizabeth Mindreau · Accepted Answer

Hi Maria - We do not recommend freezing mashed potatoes. You can make the Pommes Purée up to 3 days in advance: after adding the butter, cool, cover and refrigerate up to three days. To serve, warm in a saucepan over medium-low, stirring with a silicone spatula, until bubbles break the surface, about 10 minutes. No additional milk or butter is needed. Serve in a warm bowl or dish.

Another way (the best way) to reheat mashed potatoes is to put them in a heatproof bowl set over a pan of barely simmering water and warm them, only stirring occasionally, until hot. Do not over-stir so they don't get gluey. Or, they can be microwaved at med or med high heat, stirring a couple of times, until warm.

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