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Funeral Potatoes Recipe

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Funeral Potatoes are a comforting, cheesy casserole made with hash browns, sour cream, cream of chicken soup, and a crispy buttery cornflake topping. This classic dish is perfect for family gatherings, potlucks, and holiday meals, offering a creamy, savory flavor with a delightful crunchy topping.

Ingredients

Potato Mixture

  • 1 (32-ounce) package frozen diced hash browns or shredded potatoes
  • 2 cups sour cream
  • 1 (10.5-ounce) can cream of chicken soup
  • ¾ cup unsalted butter, melted, divided
  • 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1 teaspoon onion powder (optional)

Topping

  • 2-3 cups corn flakes, crushed

Instructions

  1. Prepare Oven and Baking Dish: Preheat your oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Lightly grease a 9×13-inch baking dish to prevent sticking and set it aside for later use.
  2. Thaw and Drain Potatoes: Place the frozen hash browns in a colander and allow them to sit until they are fully thawed and well drained. Removing excess water helps avoid sogginess in the casserole.
  3. Make the Creamy Mixture: In a large bowl, combine the sour cream, cream of chicken soup, and half of the melted butter (½ cup). Mix thoroughly until smooth and well blended.
  4. Add Seasonings and Cheese: Stir in the shredded cheddar cheese, salt, and optional onion powder until evenly mixed into the creamy base.
  5. Combine Potatoes and Mixture: Add the thawed hash browns to the cheese mixture. Gently stir everything together until the potatoes are evenly coated with the creamy mixture.
  6. Transfer to Baking Dish: Pour the potato and cheese mixture into the prepared baking dish, spreading it out evenly.
  7. Prepare the Topping: Place the crushed corn flakes into a large resealable plastic bag. Add the remaining ¼ cup of melted butter, seal the bag, and shake well until the corn flakes are thoroughly coated with butter.
  8. Add Topping to Casserole: Sprinkle the buttery corn flakes evenly over the top of the potato mixture in the baking dish to create a crispy golden crust.
  9. Bake: Place the casserole in the preheated oven and bake for 42 to 46 minutes, or until the top is golden brown and the casserole is bubbly around the edges.
  10. Serve: Remove from the oven and let the casserole cool slightly before serving warm. Enjoy this creamy, crunchy comfort food classic!

Notes

  • You can substitute cream of chicken soup with cream of mushroom or cream of celery soup to make a vegetarian version.
  • For a healthier twist, use reduced-fat sour cream and cheese.
  • Adding diced onions or minced garlic can enhance the flavor.
  • If you prefer a gluten-free dish, use gluten-free corn flakes.
  • Make sure to drain the potatoes well to avoid excess moisture in the casserole.

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