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The Best Funeral Potatoes

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  • Author: Evelyn
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 1 hour
  • Total Time: 1 hour 15 minutes
  • Yield: 12 servings 1x
  • Category: Side Dishes
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American

Description

These Funeral Potatoes are a classic comfort food casserole, perfect for potlucks, holidays, or any gathering. Shredded hash browns are combined with a creamy, cheesy mixture and topped with a crunchy cornflake crust, creating a warm and satisfying side dish.


Ingredients

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  • 6 tablespoons unsalted butter, divided
  • 3/4 cup diced onion, about half a large onion
  • 2 teaspoons minced garlic
  • 1 (30-ounce) bag thawed shredded hash brown potatoes, or 12 small potatoes parboiled and shredded
  • 1 (10.5-ounce) can cream of chicken soup
  • 1 cup sour cream, or plain Greek yogurt
  • 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground pepper
  • 2 cups firmly packed, shredded sharp cheddar cheese, divided
  • 1 1/2 cup crushed cornflake cereal, or panko bread crumbs

Instructions

  • 6 tablespoons unsalted butter, divided
  • ¾ cup diced onion, about half a large onion
  • 2 teaspoons minced garlic
  • 1 (30-ounce) bag thawed shredded hash brown potatoes, or 12 small potatoes parboiled and shredded
  • 1 (10.5-ounce) can cream of chicken soup
  • 1 cup sour cream, or plain Greek yogurt
  • ¼ cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • ½ teaspoon ground pepper
  • 2 cups firmly packed, shredded sharp cheddar cheese, divided
  • 1 ½ cup crushed cornflake cereal, or panko bread crumbs

Notes

  • You can use frozen hash browns, but make sure they are fully thawed.
  • For a gluten-free version, use gluten-free cream of chicken soup and cornflakes.
  • You can substitute other cheeses like Colby Jack or mozzarella.

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 serving
  • Calories: 365 kcal
  • Sugar: 4g
  • Sodium: 766 mg
  • Fat: 18g
  • Saturated Fat: 10g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 6g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 42 g
  • Fiber: 2g
  • Protein: 10g
  • Cholesterol: 46g