🧀 Funeral Potatoes (Cheesy Potato Casserole)

These Funeral Potatoes (also known as Cheesy Potato Casserole) are a beloved comfort food dish made with hash browns, creamy soup, sour cream, cheese, and a crispy cornflake topping. Perfect for holidays, potlucks, or anytime you need a cozy side!

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🧀 Funeral Potatoes (Cheesy Potato Casserole)

Prep Time: 15 minutes
Bake Time: 45–50 minutes
Total Time: ~1 hour
Servings: 10–12

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📝 Ingredients:

• 1 bag (30 oz) frozen hash browns, thawed
• 1 can (10.5 oz) cream of chicken soup
• 1 cup sour cream
• ½ cup unsalted butter, melted
• 1½ cups shredded cheddar cheese
• ½ cup chopped onion (optional)
• 1 teaspoon garlic powder (optional)
• Salt & pepper to taste

Topping:

• 2 cups cornflakes, crushed
• ¼ cup butter, melted

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👩‍🍳 Instructions:

1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9×13-inch baking dish.
2. In a large bowl, mix together the cream of chicken soup, sour cream, melted butter, onion, garlic powder, salt, and pepper.
3. Stir in the thawed hash browns and cheddar cheese until evenly combined.
4. Pour the mixture into the prepared baking dish and spread evenly.
5. In a small bowl, mix crushed cornflakes with melted butter. Sprinkle over the top of the casserole.
6. Bake uncovered for 45–50 minutes, or until hot and bubbly with a golden, crispy topping.

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✅ Tips:

• Swap in cream of mushroom or cream of celery soup for a vegetarian option.
• Want it extra cheesy? Add ½ cup Monterey Jack or Colby cheese.
• Top with green onions or bacon bits for extra flavor.

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🧊 Storage:

• Store leftovers in the refrigerator for up to 4 days.
• Freeze before or after baking for up to 2 months. Thaw and reheat in the oven.