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Creamy Baked Cheesy Hashbrown Casserole (Funeral Potatoes Style)

A square serving of creamy, cheesy potato casserole with a golden, crispy topping on a white plate.
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This creamy, gooey cheesy potato casserole, often called Funeral Potatoes, is the ultimate comfort food side dish. It features shredded hashbrowns baked in a rich sauce until golden brown, perfect for holidays or potlucks.

Ingredients

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  • 2 pounds frozen shredded hashbrown potatoes, thawed
  • 1 can (10.5 ounces) condensed cream of chicken soup
  • 1 cup sour cream
  • 1 cup shredded sharp cheddar cheese, plus extra for topping
  • 1/2 cup butter, melted
  • 1/2 cup milk
  • 1/2 cup chopped onion (optional)
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1/2 cup crushed cornflakes (for topping)

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 350 degrees Fahrenheit. Lightly grease a 9×13 inch baking dish.
  2. In a large bowl, combine the thawed hashbrown potatoes, cream of chicken soup, sour cream, 1 cup of cheddar cheese, melted butter, milk, onion (if using), salt, and pepper. Mix until everything is evenly coated and combined.
  3. Pour the potato mixture into the prepared baking dish and spread it into an even layer.
  4. Sprinkle the remaining cheddar cheese evenly over the top of the casserole.
  5. In a small bowl, mix the crushed cornflakes with 1 tablespoon of melted butter. Sprinkle this mixture over the cheese layer.
  6. Bake for 45 to 55 minutes, or until the casserole is hot throughout and the topping is golden brown and crispy.
  7. Let the cheesy potato casserole rest for 5 to 10 minutes before serving.

Notes

  • You can prepare this entire casserole, cover it, and refrigerate it up to 24 hours before baking. Add about 10 to 15 minutes to the baking time if cooking directly from the refrigerator.
  • For a richer flavor, substitute cream of mushroom soup for the cream of chicken soup.
  • This dish pairs well with a crisp Sauvignon Blanc to cut through the richness.

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