Twice-baked Mashed Potatoes

I wasn't sure about this recipe when I found it in Southern Living Favorites, but I gave it a shot and was very pleasantly surprised. I normally wouldn't buy frozen mashed potatoes but I found them to be very good! This dish tastes just as good if you substitute reduced-fat products.

• Ready In: 35 mins
• Serves: 6

Ingredients

• 1 (22 ounce) package  frozen mashed potatoes
• 4  ounces packages cream cheese, softened
• 1⁄2 cup sour cream
• 1⁄4 cup  chopped fresh chives
• 4  slices bacon, cooked and crumbled
• 1⁄2 teaspoon  seasoned pepper
• 1⁄4 teaspoon salt
• 1⁄2 cup  shredded cheddar cheese

Directions

1. Prepare potatoes according to package directions.
2. Stir in cream cheese and next 5 ingredients; place in a 2-quart, lightly greased, baking dish.
3. The recipe states to divide the mixture evenly between 6, 6-oz.
4. lightly greased ramekins or custard cups- I preferred to make it in one big dish but you all can do as you like.
5. Sprinkle evenly with cheddar cheese.
6. Bake at 350° for 20 minutes or till thoroughly heated.