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Cheesy Potatoes

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"Easy microwave recipe for yummy potatoes that go great with everything!!!" — MEAMIGOS

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Original recipe makes 4 servings Change Servings

4 large potatoes, peeled and sliced
1 small onion, finely chopped
1 1/2 cups shredded Cheddar cheese

1 teaspoon margarine
salt and pepper to taste

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Directions

Layer the potatoes, onion, cheese, salt and pepper into a microwave safe casserole dish. Once finished layering, place 1 teaspoon of margarine on the top of the uppermost layer. Cover and cook in the microwave oven on HIGH for 10 minutes.
Remove the dish from the microwave and stir before cooking for another 10 minutes or until done. Stir well and serve.

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PREP 10 mins
COOK 25 mins
READY IN 35 mins

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Most Helpful Positive Review

Jul 28, 2003

We've had this recipe in our family for years. Instead of the shredded cheese, we use Velveeta. It makes a huge difference. It's an excellent, quick side dish.

—LINDA_LOU

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Most Helpful Critical Review

Sep 26, 2003

I don't know if I did something wrong, but the potatoes didn't turn out well AT ALL! Some of the potatoes didn't get done all the way through and those that were done tasted very bland. I don't think I'll try this one again.

—ETOUSLEY

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98 Ratings

Dec 31, 2005

My DH made these potatoes for dinner the other night and we were very (pleasantly)surprised with how well they turned out! My DH did make some changes (as suggested by other reviewers); he added all the cheddar cheese called for, but also added two Kraft cheese slices to the mix. As well, he did not layer the ingredients, but rather just mixed them all together with salt, pepper, cayenne (about 1/2 tsp) and some garlic powder (2 tsp). Lastly, he added about 1/4 cup of milk to allow for a creamier consistency. In the end, we thought they were great and we will make again...the only other thing we will change is that we will add a lot more onion (1 medium would be good in my opinion).

—kelcampbell

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Dec 18, 2003

This was a quick and easy recipe. I added a small amount of milk and used a mixture of Velveta & shredded cheddar cheese. This was very good and tasted alot like cheesy scalloped potatoes. Mine were done in 18 minutes.

—MAMABEAC

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Jul 28, 2003

I added a little milk to the casserole dish, they were done in twenty minutes and they didnt dry out with the milk added. Very good and quick.

—ROWNEYK

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Oct 30, 2006

YUMMY! I think this is awesome, some people thought bland - I thought perfect! Even my picky husband and kids adored it. Yes the cheese did get a little crunchy at the sides, I'll just add it after the 1st 10 min. next time. I never dreamed anything microwaved could taste so good!!! I also added a little garlic salt for taste and parsley flakes for looks. PERFECT! Thanks for a great recipe.

—BRIGANBAR

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Jan 21, 2008

Thankyou for such a great recipe. My husband says he will never eat boxed potatoes again.Fresh ingredients - not dried up potatos in a box. Make sure you slice your potatoes thin - It was so easy and quick to make.I like to make this with a good marinated steak cooked on my George foreman grill. Thanks for sharing

—Coot226

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Sep 15, 2009

This is GOOOOOD & easy. I did like some said & didnt add the cheese until the second half. I also mixed in sour cream & garlic powder. Mmmmmm!

—Renee Z

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Nutrition

Calories
508 kcal
25%

Carbohydrates
66.8 g
22%

Cholesterol
54 mg
18%

Fat
18.4 g
28%

Fiber
8.4 g
34%

Protein
20.5 g
41%

Sodium
355 mg
14%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.

Nutritional Information

Cheesy Potatoes

Serving Size: 1/4 of a recipe
Servings Per Recipe: 4
Amount Per Serving
Calories: 508
Calories from Fat: 166

% Daily Value *
Total Fat 18.4g 28 %
Saturated Fat 11.2g 56 %
Cholesterol 54mg 18 %
Sodium 355mg 14 %
Potassium 1630mg 46 %
Total Carbohydrates 66.8g 22 %
Dietary Fiber 8.4g 34 %
Protein 20.5g 41 %
Sugars 3.9g
Vitamin A 11 %
Vitamin C 123 %
Calcium 53 %
Iron 33 %
Thiamin 35 %
Niacin 65 %
Vitamin B6 72 %
Magnesium 36 %
Folate 40 %

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
** Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.
(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.