Shelly's Recipe

EASY LOADED MASHED POTATO BAKE

Category: Hash Brown Potatoes/Casseroles

1 (22 ounce) package frozen mashed potatoes (such as Ore-Ida)
1 (6.5 ounce) container Alouette brand garlic-and-herb spreadable cheese (or similar brand)
1/2 cup light cream
4 cooked bacon slices, crumbled (can use more)
1 teaspoon seasoning salt
1/2 teaspoon fresh ground black pepper, or to taste
1-1/2 cups shredded Cheddar cheese,
Chopped green onions, optional

Preheat oven to 350 degrees. Grease an 11 x 7-inch baking dish.

Prepare potatoes according to package directions. Stir in spreadable cheese and next 4 ingredients; stir until well blended. Spread mixture into baking dish. Bake for 20 minutes or until thoroughly heated. Remove from oven and sprinkle with cheddar cheese; return to oven for another 10 minutes or until thoroughly heated. Servings 6