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Funeral Potatoes

By Ben Braiser

3 variations

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Prep:
15 min
Cook:
45 min
Total:
60 min
Yield:
12 servings

Funeral Potatoes is a comforting casserole of tender hash browns bound in a rich blend of sour cream, cream of chicken soup, melted butter and savory seasonings, then studded with sharp cheddar. A buttery corn-flake topping bakes up golden and crisp, adding a satisfying crunch to each creamy forkful. Perfect for potlucks or family gatherings, it’s an easy make-ahead crowd-pleaser.

Ingredients

  • 2 lb frozen hash browns
  • 2 cup sour cream
  • 1 can cream of chicken soup
  • 10 tbsp butter
  • 1 tsp salt
  • 0.25 tsp black pepper
  • 1 tsp dried onion
  • 2 cup shredded cheddar cheese
  • 2 cup corn flakes

Steps

  1. Thaw the hash browns on a baking sheet overnight if frozen
  2. Preheat over to 350 F
  3. Combine sour cream, cream of chicken soup, 6 tbsp of melted butter, salt, pepper and dried onion. Mix well.
  4. Add potatoes and shredded cheese and stir to combine. Spoon into baking tray, about one to two inches thick.
  5. Crush corn flakes into powder using a large ziplock bag.
  6. Melt 4 tbsp of butter and add to corn flakes. Mix well, then spread over the potatoes.
  7. Bake uncovered for 45 minutes, then serve hot