Microwaved Creamy Mashed Potatoes - cooking recipe

Ingredients

2 c. water
3/4 to 1 c. milk
2 Tbsp. margarine
1/4 tsp. salt
2 c. instant mashed potato flakes
1/2 lb. or 8 oz. container soft-style cream cheese with chives and onion
margarine (optional)
snipped chives (optional)

Preparation

In a 1 1/2-quart microwave-safe casserole dish combine water, 3/4 cup milk, margarine and salt.
Cook, covered, on 100% power (High) for 5 to 7 minutes or until heated through.
Stir to dehydrate potatoes.
Stir in cream cheese.
Add milk if necessary until of desired consistency.
Cook, covered, on High about 1 minute or until heated through.
If desired, top with margarine and chives.
Makes 6 servings.