CHEESY-TOPPED MASHED POTATO CASSEROLE

Cheesy-Topped Mashed Potato Casserole image

Whip up this easy potato side dish in no time, with instant mashed potatoes, cheese, and a no-fuss crunchy cracker topping.

Provided by Betty Crocker Kitchens

Time 30m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 8

Ingredients

1 cup hot water
1/4 cup milk
2 tablespoons butter or margarine
1 1/3 cups Betty Crocker™ mashed potatoes
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

Steps:

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.
Whip potatoes with fork until fluffy; stir in chives. Smooth top of potato mixture with rubber spatula.
Crush crackers. In small bowl, mix crushed crackers, cheese and 2 tablespoons melted butter; sprinkle over top of potatoes.
Bake 10 to 15 minutes or until potatoes are hot and topping is crisp.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 260, Carbohydrate 23 g, Cholesterol 40 mg, Fat 3, Fiber 1 g, Protein 5 g, SaturatedFat 10 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 230 mg, Sugar 1 g, TransFat 1 g