Easy Mashed Potato Casserole

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   Heat oven to 350F

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   Spray 2-quart casserole dish with cooking spray.

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   In a nonstick skillet, melt 2 teaspoons butter over medium-high heat.

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   Cook onions and bell pepper in butter 1 minute, stirring occasionally.

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   Remove from heat; set aside.

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   In 2-quart saucepan, heat water, half-and-half and 1/4 cup butter to boiling; remove from heat.

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   Stir in both pouches of potatoes (and seasoning) just until moistened.

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   Let stand about 1 minute or until liquid is absorbed.

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   Beat with fork until smooth.

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    Spoon 1 1/3 cups of the potatoes into casserole; top with half of the onion mixture and 3/4 cup of the cheese.

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    Spoon another 1 1/3 cups potatoes over cheese; carefully spread to cover.

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    Sprinkle evenly with remaining onion mixture.

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    Top with remaining potatoes; carefully spread to cover.

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    Sprinkle with remaining 3/4 cup cheese.

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    Bake uncovered about 30 minutes or until hot.

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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