TARRAGON MASHED POTATO CASSEROLE

Tarragon Mashed Potato Casserole image

You can prepare this casserole the night before and refrigerate it. Then simply reheat it in the microwave for a quick and easy side. -Kris Campion, Marshall, Minnesota

Provided by Taste of Home

Time 50m

Yield 9 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 9

Ingredients

10 medium potatoes, peeled and quartered
1 package (8 ounces) cream cheese, softened
1 cup sour cream
1/4 cup butter, cubed
1 teaspoon pepper
3/4 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
1/2 teaspoon dried tarragon
1/4 teaspoon paprika, optional

Steps:

Place potatoes in a large saucepan and cover with water. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer until tender, 15-20 minutes. Drain., In a large bowl, beat cream cheese and sour cream until smooth. Add potatoes; beat until light and fluffy. Beat in the butter, pepper, salt, garlic powder, tarragon and paprika if desired. Spoon into a greased 2-qt. microwave-safe dish. Cover and refrigerate overnight., Remove from the refrigerator 30 minutes before microwaving. Microwave, uncovered, on high for 10 minutes, stirring once. Microwave until heated through, 4-6 minutes longer.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 322 calories, Fat 18g fat (12g saturated fat), Cholesterol 58mg cholesterol, Sodium 320mg sodium, Carbohydrate 34g carbohydrate (3g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 6g protein.