QUICK AND EASY THREE-CHEESE POTATO BAKE

2 2/3 cups chicken broth

2/3 cup milk

1/4 cup butter

1/4 tsp black pepper

2 2/3 cups mashed potato flakes

1/3 cup shredded Monterey Jack cheese

1/3 cup cubed process American cheese

1/3 cup shredded cheddar cheese

2 tbsp snipped chives

1/4 cup sour cream, optional

In a large saucepan, combine the broth, milk, butter and pepper. Bring the mixture to a boil and remove from heat. Stir in the potato flakes. Let stand for 30 seconds then fluff with a fork. Transfer to a greased 1-quart baking dish and top with the cheeses.

Bake, uncovered, at 3350-degrees for 20 minutes or until the cheeses are melted. Sprinkle with the chives. Serve with the sour cream, if desired.

Yield: 4 servings

recipe and photo 2001 TOH