Cheesy-Topped Mashed Potato Casserole

By á-2710

Ingredients

• 1 cup hot water
• 1/4 cup milk
• 2 tablespoons butter or margarine
• 1 1/3 cups plain mashed potato mix (dry)
• 1 tablespoon chopped fresh chives, if desired
• 1/2 cup bite-size cheese crackers
• 1/4 cup shredded Cheddar cheese (1 oz)
• 2 tablespoons butter or margarine, melted

Details

Servings 4
Preparation time 15mins
Cooking time 30mins

Preparation

Step 1

1) Heat oven to 375°F. In ungreased 1-quart casserole, mix hot water, milk, 2 tablespoons butter and the mashed potato mix. Cover with plastic wrap, turning back one side to vent steam. Microwave on High 2 to 4 minutes or until moistened.

2) Whip potatoes with fork until fluffy; stir in chives. Smooth top of potato mixture with rubber spatula.

3) Crush crackers. In small bowl, mix crushed crackers, cheese and 2 tablespoons melted butter; sprinkle over top of potatoes.

4) Bake 10 to 15 minutes or until potatoes are hot and topping is crisp..