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The Best Cheesy Hash Brown Potato Casserole (Funeral Potatoes)

A close-up of a square slice of baked potato casserole with a crispy, golden-brown top.
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This cheesy hash brown potato casserole, often called Funeral Potatoes, is the ultimate comfort food. It is creamy, cheesy, and simple to prepare, making it perfect for family dinners, potlucks, or holiday sides.

Ingredients

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  • 2 pounds frozen shredded hash brown potatoes, thawed
  • 1 can (10.5 ounces) condensed cream of chicken soup
  • 1 cup sour cream
  • 1 cup shredded sharp cheddar cheese, plus 1/2 cup for topping
  • 1/2 cup butter, melted
  • 1/2 cup milk
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1/2 cup crushed cornflakes (optional, 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 hash browns, cream of chicken soup, sour cream, 1 cup of cheddar cheese, melted butter, milk, salt, and pepper. Mix until everything is evenly coated.
  3. Pour the potato mixture into the prepared baking dish and spread it into an even layer.
  4. In a small bowl, mix the remaining 1/2 cup of cheddar cheese with the crushed cornflakes, if using. Sprinkle this topping evenly over the potato mixture.
  5. Bake for 45 to 55 minutes, or until the casserole is bubbly throughout and the topping is golden brown.
  6. Let the casserole rest for 5 to 10 minutes before you serve it.

Notes

  • If you want a richer flavor, substitute cream of chicken soup with cream of mushroom soup.
  • For a ranch potato bake flavor, add 1 tablespoon of dry ranch seasoning mix to the potato mixture before baking.
  • You can assemble this make ahead potato casserole the night before. Cover it tightly and refrigerate. Add about 10 to 15 minutes to the baking time if baking directly from the refrigerator.

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