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Funeral Potatoes

Comforting Funeral Potatoes: Your New Go-To Casserole

Funeral Potatoes are a cherished American comfort food, combining crispy hash browns, creamy goodness, and a crunchy topping that delights everyone.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 50 minutes
Resting Time 10 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 15 minutes
Servings: 8 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Base
  • 1 can Cream of Chicken Soup substitute with cream of mushroom or cream of celery for vegetarian option
  • 1 cup Sour Cream
  • 1/2 cup Butter melted
For the Potatoes
  • 30 oz Frozen Hash Browns thawed for best results
  • 1 medium Chopped Onion
  • 1 tsp Garlic Powder
  • 1 tsp Salt
  • 1/2 tsp Black Pepper
For the Topping
  • 2 cups Shredded Cheddar Cheese
  • 2 cups Cornflakes or Buttery Crackers crushed

Equipment

  • 9x13 inch baking dish
  • Mixing bowl
  • Spatula

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions for Funeral Potatoes
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9x13-inch baking dish with butter or cooking spray.
  2. In a large mixing bowl, combine cream of chicken soup, sour cream, and melted butter. Stir in shredded cheddar cheese, chopped onion, garlic powder, salt, and black pepper until well-combined.
  3. Gently fold in the thawed hash browns until each potato strand is coated with the mixture.
  4. Spread the potato mixture evenly into the greased baking dish, pressing down slightly.
  5. Mix crushed cornflakes or buttery crackers with remaining melted butter and sprinkle over the potato layer.
  6. Bake uncovered for 45-50 minutes until the top is golden brown and edges are bubbling.
  7. Let the casserole sit for 5-10 minutes before serving.
  8. Serve and enjoy your comforting Funeral Potatoes!

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 40gProtein: 10gFat: 18gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 6gCholesterol: 30mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 500mgFiber: 3gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 400IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 200mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Ensure hash browns are completely thawed to prevent a soggy casserole. For best results, use quality cheese and consider adding diced ham or jalapeños for a twist.

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