Mashed Potato Casserole

A favorite around the holidays. Also good for company because it can be made the night before.

• Ready In: 55 mins
• Serves: 6-8

Ingredients

• 2 1⁄2 cups  instant potato flakes
• 2  cups boiling water
• 1 (8 ounce) package cream cheese, softened
• 1⁄2 cup milk
• 1⁄4 cup butter or 1⁄4 cup oleo, softened
• 1  egg
• 1  tablespoon onion, diced
• 1⁄2 teaspoon salt
•  fresh parsley, chopped (optional)

Directions

1. In bowl, combine potato flakes and water with a fork, set aside.
2. In another bowl,combine cream cheese,butter, egg,onion and salt.
3. Add potatoes and mix well.
4. Spoon into greased 1 1/2 qt casserole dish.
5. Sprinkle with parsley if desired.
6. Bake uncovered at 350 degrees for 45 minutes.