Mashed Potatoes Olé

Sassy potatoes can be made simply with the addition of salsa and a few other flavourful ingredients. ...MORE + LESS -

1 box Betty Crocker* Roasted Garlic Mashed Potatoes

2 1/2 cups (625mL) hot water

1 1/3 cups (325 mL) milk

1/4 cup (50 mL) margarine or butter

1 1/2 cups (375 mL) canned French-fried onions

3/4 cup (175 mL) shredded Cheddar cheese

3/4 cup (175 mL) Old El Paso* Salsa (any variety)

3 tbsp (45 mL) sliced ripe olives or Old El Paso* Chopped Green Chilies, if desired

Sour cream, if desired

Chopped fresh cilantro, if desired

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Heat oven to 425ºF. Make potatoes as directed on package for 2 pouches (8 servings), using hot water, milk and margarine. Stir in 3/4 cup of the onions.
2

Spread mixture in ungreased 2-quart baking dish. Sprinkle with cheese. Spread salsa over cheese. Top with olives and remaining onions.
3

Bake uncovered 3 to 5 minutes or until onions are golden. Serve with sour cream and cilantro.

Tip : Choose the salsa that fits your family's taste, from extra mild to hot.
Tip : A 2-quart baking dish can be an 8-inch square glass dish or a glass or ceramic 2-quart casserole.