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Hashbrown Casserole (Funeral Potatoes)

Creamy, cheesy, and perfectly golden, this hashbrown casserole is a classic side dish for holidays and family gatherings.
Course Side Dish
Cuisine American
Keyword cheesy hashbrown casserole, funeral potatoes, hashbrown casserole, hashbrown casserole with cornflakes, make ahead hashbrown casserole
Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 45 minutes
Total Time 50 minutes
Servings 12 people
Calories 334kcal
Author Blair Lonergan

Equipment

  • 9 x 13-Inch Baking Dish

Ingredients

  • 1 (30 ounce) package frozen shredded hash brown potatoes, thawed
  • 2 cups (8 ounces) grated sharp cheddar cheese
  • ½ cup plus 2 tablespoons melted salted butter, divided
  • 16 ounces sour cream
  • ½ teaspoon ground black pepper
  • 1 (10.5 ounce) can condensed cream of chicken soup
  • 2 cups coarsely crushed Corn Flakes cereal (I use about 3 ½ cups of whole Corn Flakes to equal 2 cups crushed)
  • Garnish: chopped fresh parsley or chives

Instructions

  • Preheat the oven to 350°F. Spray a 9 x 13-inch baking dish with nonstick cooking spray; set aside.
  • In a large bowl, whisk or stir together shredded cheese, ½ cup of the melted butter, sour cream, pepper, and condensed soup. Fold in the thawed shredded potatoes.
    Stirring together the filling ingredients for a hashbrown casserole.
  • Transfer the potato mixture to the prepared baking dish.
  • Next, prepare the topping for the casserole by combining the crushed Corn Flakes with the remaining 2 tablespoons of melted butter in a small bowl until the cereal is coated.
    Stirring together the corn flake topping for a hashbrown casserole recipe.
  • Sprinkle on top of the potato mixture in the baking dish.
    Assembled hashbrown casserole before baking.
  • Bake, uncovered, until heated through and the topping is browned, about 45-60 minutes. Garnish with chopped fresh herbs just before serving.
    Horizontal overhead shot of a serving spoon in a dish of baked funeral potatoes.

Notes

  • Thaw frozen hash browns completely for the best texture.
  • Use cheddar or another melty cheese for smooth results.
  • Don’t cover the casserole while baking.
  • Add melted butter to the topping for crispness.
  • For a crunchier top, switch to broil for the last 1-2 minutes (watch it closely!).
  • Let the casserole rest 10 minutes before serving.
  • Add-ins like ham or bacon work well.
  • For a no-soup version, use a quick homemade cream sauce.
  • Freeze pre-baked or fully baked.
  • Bake time may vary depending on how cold the mixture is.

Nutrition

Serving: 1/12 of the casserole | Calories: 334kcal | Carbohydrates: 22g | Protein: 8g | Fat: 24g | Saturated Fat: 14g | Cholesterol: 65mg | Sodium: 404mg | Potassium: 400mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 2g | Vitamin A: 945IU | Vitamin C: 7.8mg | Calcium: 187mg | Iron: 3.2mg