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From Lookout Mountain, Georgia, Debbie Pataky easily turns garlic-seasoned instant mashed potatoes into a comforting casserole that will earn raves. She stirs in cream cheese before topping the dish with shredded cheddar cheese and broiling it until melted.
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Editor's Note: This recipe was tested in a 1,100-watt microwave.
Nutritional Facts 1 serving (1/2 cup) equals 301 calories, 14 g fat (9 g saturated fat), 43 mg cholesterol, 286 mg sodium, 34 g carbohydrate, 2 g fiber, 10 g protein.
Originally published as Creamy Mashed Potatoes in Quick Cooking November/December 2003, p8
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Reviewed on Nov. 25, 2012 by Phantomp2
Yes, the real thing does taste better BUT when the schedule is tight, this makes dry potatoes taste something other than bad. I agree with the other posts, I'm giving it higher stars because it is better than one star. Those are way too harsh and they obviously didn't try it first. It's a dry potato recipe - get over it.
Reviewed on Oct. 02, 2010 by bunnytoes22
For a QUICK, easy and yummy recipe, this is tops. This is great for days you don't have to spend on making mashed potatoes. Very close to homemade without all the fuss. I'm shocked at the low ratings the food snobs gave without even giving the recipe a try. Of course homemade is better, but when you're having a busy day, these are perfect. Shame on those people low rating without trying it.
Reviewed on Jun. 13, 2010 by Trilby Yost
Since this recipe was first published in the "Quick Cooking" magazine, perhaps quickness and convenience should be taken into consideration before judging a dish without actually making it. And not all cooks are women (or ladies)! My husband actually makes this for himself and for his camping buddies on fishing trips in a camping trailer where quickness and convenience are important to him. He says no one has ever complained about the recipe being made from instant potatoes -- they just chow down! I've eaten it myself and don't find it half bad. So I'll give it a 5-star rating for what it actually is and to even out the low ratings a bit.
Reviewed on Mar. 07, 2010 by tfadley
I will try not to be as harsh a others have. I too would not think of using instant potatos....however we must remember, not all ladies these days can cook or even like too. Thank heavens I do!
Reviewed on Feb. 20, 2010 by calecian
The questions is "Would you make this recipe again?" I wouldn't even attempt to make this recipe -- why would you used a "boxed" potato when fresh is soooooo much better?!?
Reviewed on Jan. 28, 2010 by tdabears
You have ruined this recipe by using Instant Potatoes !!! Use a good baking Potatoe Instead!
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