Instant Spinach Mashed Potatoes

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There are several recipes here using potatoes and mashing them for a similar dish but sometimes you don't have the time to make something that looks this good! here is a quickie substitute for a taste good, looks good dish

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Steps

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In a saucepan , combine spinach , 1 / 4 cup of water and 1 tsp salt.

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Cook , covered 10 minutes or until tender.

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Drain well.

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In a saucepan combine 1 1 / 3 cups water with milk and margarine with 1 / 2 tsp salt.

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Bring to boiling and remove from heat.

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Stir in potato flakes.

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Stir together cooked spinach , potato mixture and bacon pieces.

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Turn mixture into a 1 quart baking dish.

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Sprinkle with cheese.

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Place under broiler for 1-2 minutes or till cheese melts.

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Ingredients

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frozen chopped spinach, water, salt, 2% low-fat milk, margarine, instant mashed potatoes, cooked bacon, cheddar cheese