Southwestern Spuds

3 medium potatoes

Salt and pepper, to taste

1 cup ( 4 oz) shredded cheddar cheese

1 cup ( 4 oz) pepper jack cheese

3 green onions, chopped

1 can (2.25 ounces) slice black olives

Sour cream and salsa, optional

Pierce potatoes, place on microwave safe plate on high for 8-10 minutes or until almost tender. Cool slightly; cut into 1/8 inch slices.

Arrange half of potatoes in a greased microwave safe 9-inch pie plate. Season with sale and pepper. Sprinkle with half of cheese. Repeat layer. Top with onions and olives.

Microwave, uncovered for 10 minutes or until cheese is melted and potatoes are tender. Serve with sour cream and salsa.

Yield: 4- 6 servings.