You Can Cook: Crunchy Mashed Potatoes

You're getting the hang of this cooking thing, aren't you? So far, we have two entrees, but only one side dish. Time to expand your repertoire!

Difficulty: *

Ingredients:

• 3 cups water
• 1 cup milk
• 2 tsp garlic salt
• 1/2 cup sour cream
• 3 cups instant mashed potatoes
• 1 cup French fried onions, crushed
• 1/4 cup Parmesan cheese, shredded

Method:

1. Use cooking spray to coat an 8 x 8 casserole pan.
2. Boil water and remove from heat, adding milk, garlic salt, and sour cream; stir.
3. Add instant mashed potatoes and stir briskly.
4. Preheat oven to 450.
5. Place potatoes into casserole pan and spread evenly. Top with crushed onions and cheese.
6. Bake for 5 to 7 minutes, or until top browns.

Serves: 6-8.