FIESTA SMASHED POTATOES

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These are just the spuds to get the fiesta started! Red peppers and fresh cilantro give these Yukon gold smashed potatoes a festive appeal.

Provided by My Food and Family

Categories Recipes

Time 35m

Yield 9 servings, 1/2 cup each

Number Of Ingredients 6

Ingredients

1-1/2 lb. Yukon gold potatoes (about 4), cut into 2-inch chunks
1/2 cup KRAFT Classic Ranch Dressing
1 cup KRAFT Mexican Style Finely Shredded Four Cheese, divided
2 green onions, finely chopped
1/4 cup chopped red peppers
2 Tbsp. chopped fresh cilantro

Steps:

Add potatoes to large saucepan of boiling water; cook 15 to 18 min. or until tender. Drain; return potatoes to pan.
Use potato masher or back of large spoon to coarsely smash potatoes. Stir in dressing.
Stir in 3/4 cup cheese, onions and peppers just until blended. Top with remaining cheese and cilantro.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 160, Fat 9 g, SaturatedFat 3 g, TransFat 0 g, Cholesterol 15 mg, Sodium 230 mg, Carbohydrate 0 g, Fiber 2 g, Sugar 0 g, Protein 4 g