Marvelous Recipes

These onion flavored potatoes are an excellent side to compliment your favorite main dish. And they are so easy-to-make!

1 envelope onion soup mix
2 pounds (about 4 medium) potatoes, cut into large chunks
1/3 cup olive or canola oil
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon pepper

In a 13×9-inch baking pan, combine all the ingredients; stir to blend well. Bake at 425 degrees F for 35 minutes or until potatoes are tender and golden brown. Makes 4 servings.

Emily

If you like mashed potatoes, you are in for a real treat with this creamy baked mashed potato recipe. You may have to do as I do and make a double batch. It’s so good!!

3 cups prepared mashed potatoes (do not use instant)
1 cup sour cream
1/4 cup milk
1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
1-1/2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
1-1/3 cups French fried onions

1. In a large bowl, combine prepared mashed potatoes, sour cream, milk and garlic powder; spoon 1/2 the potato mixture evenly in bottom of 2 quart casserole dish.

2. Sprinkle 3/4 cup cheddar cheese on top of potato mixture and 2/3 cup French fried onions on top of cheddar cheese; top with the remaining potato mixture.

3. Bake at 350 degrees F for 30 minutes or until hot. Remove from oven; top with remaining cheddar cheese and French fried onions. Bake 5 minutes more or until onions are golden brown. Serves 6.

Emily