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Cheesy Funeral Potatoes
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Cheesy Funeral Potatoes

Classic Cheesy Funeral Potatoes feature creamy hash browns mixed with sour cream, cream cheese, and cheddar, topped with buttery crushed cornflakes. A beloved comfort food casserole perfect for potlucks and family gatherings.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 45 minutes
Total Time 1 hour
Servings: 12 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Calories: 385
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 32 ounces frozen shredded or cubed hash browns thawed overnight in fridge
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter melted, for base
  • 10.5 ounces cream of chicken soup 1 can
  • 2 cups sour cream
  • 8 ounces cream cheese softened and cubed
  • 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
  • 1/2 cup yellow onion finely grated
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
  • 2 1/2 cups cornflakes lightly crushed
  • 1/4 cup unsalted butter melted, for topping

Equipment

  • 9x13 inch baking dish
  • Large mixing bowl
  • Zip-top plastic bag
  • Box grater

Method
 

  1. Ensure hash browns have thawed completely overnight in refrigerator. Preheat oven to 350 degrees F. Spray 9x13 inch baking dish with cooking spray.
  2. In large mixing bowl, combine 1/2 cup melted butter, cream of chicken soup, sour cream, and cream cheese cubes. Mix until mostly smooth.
  3. Stir in grated onion, garlic powder, salt, and pepper until well combined.
  4. Add thawed hash browns and shredded cheddar cheese to bowl. Fold together gently until potatoes are evenly coated.
  5. Transfer mixture to prepared baking dish and spread evenly.
  6. Place cornflakes in large zip-top bag and crush lightly. Add 1/4 cup melted butter, seal, and shake until cornflakes are evenly coated.
  7. Sprinkle buttered cornflake mixture evenly over top of casserole.
  8. Bake uncovered for 40 to 45 minutes until edges are bubbling and topping is golden brown.
  9. Let rest for 5 minutes before serving to allow filling to set.

Notes

  • Hash browns must be fully thawed overnight in refrigerator to prevent watery casserole
  • Grate your own cheese from block for best melting quality
  • Use box grater for onion to create very fine pieces that blend in
  • Softened cream cheese mixes more easily and prevents lumps
  • Can be assembled up to 2 days ahead and refrigerated before baking
  • Add 5 extra minutes baking time if starting from refrigerated
  • Freeze unbaked casserole without topping for up to 3 months
  • Leftovers keep refrigerated for up to 5 days
  • Optional: finish under broiler for extra crispy topping, watch carefully