Description
Cheesy Potatoes, often known as Funeral Potatoes, are the quintessential comfort food that brings warmth and satisfaction to any meal. This creamy hash brown casserole is a crowd favorite, making it a staple for potlucks, holiday gatherings, and cozy family dinners. With a delightful combination of sharp cheddar and Monterey Jack cheeses layered with crunchy cornflakes on top, each bite is rich and irresistible. Not only is this dish easy to prepare with minimal ingredients, but it’s also customizable to suit your taste. Whether served as a side for baked chicken or alongside brunch favorites like scrambled eggs, Cheesy Potatoes are sure to impress and satisfy everyone at the table.
Ingredients
- 32 oz diced or shredded hash brown potatoes
- 4 tbsp unsalted butter (melted)
- 1 ½ cups sour cream
- 2 cups sharp cheddar cheese (grated)
- 1 cup Monterey Jack cheese (grated)
- 2 cups crushed cornflakes
- ½ medium onion (diced)
- 2–3 garlic cloves (minced)
- Low sodium chicken broth
- Milk
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F and grease a 9×13 baking dish.
- In a small bowl, mix the shredded cheddar and Monterey Jack cheeses.
- In a large bowl, combine defrosted hash browns with melted butter, salt, and pepper.
- Stir in sour cream and half of the cheese mixture until well combined.
- Transfer mixture into the baking dish and top with remaining cheese and crushed cornflakes mixed with melted butter.
- Bake for about 45 minutes until golden brown.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 45 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (200g)
- Calories: 360
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 660mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 34g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 10g
- Cholesterol: 55mg
Keywords: For added flavor, consider mixing in cooked bacon or vegetables. Adjust creaminess by varying the amount of sour cream to taste.