INSTANT PARTY POTATOES


ingredients

3 c. water
4 Tbsp. butter or margarine
1 tsp. salt
3/4 c. milk
1 (8 oz.) pkg. cream cheese, softened
1 c. sour cream
1 tsp. garlic powder
1 tsp. minced onion
2 2/3 c. instant potato flakes
paprika (optional)

preparation

In a saucepan, bring water, butter and salt to a boil. Add milk, cream cheese, sour cream, garlic powder and minced onion; stir in potato flakes. Spoon into a greased 2-quart baking dish. Sprinkle with paprika, if desired. Bake, uncovered, at 350° for 30 minutes. Yields 8 to 10 servings.