Description
Funeral Potatoes is a classic American cheesy potato casserole that combines creamy sour cream, crispy hash browns, and a crunchy cornflake topping. This comforting side dish is perfect for holiday gatherings or simple weeknight meals, offering a rich and satisfying flavor with melted cheddar cheese and a golden, buttery crust.
Ingredients
Scale
Potato Mixture
- 1 (32 ounce) bag frozen diced hash brown potatoes, thawed
- 2 cups sour cream
- 1 can (10.5 ounces) condensed cream of chicken soup
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
- 2 cups shredded sharp cheddar cheese
- 1/2 cup finely chopped onion
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
Topping
- 2 cups cornflakes cereal, slightly crushed
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
Instructions
- Preheat and Prepare Dish: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and lightly grease a 9×13-inch baking dish to prevent sticking.
- Combine Ingredients: In a large mixing bowl, mix together the thawed hash browns, sour cream, cream of chicken soup, melted butter, shredded cheddar cheese, chopped onion, garlic powder, salt, and black pepper until all ingredients are fully combined and evenly distributed.
- Spread Mixture: Evenly spread the potato mixture into the prepared baking dish, ensuring a flat and uniform layer for even cooking.
- Prepare Topping: In a separate bowl, combine the crushed cornflakes with the melted butter, stirring until the cornflakes are well coated with butter.
- Add Topping: Sprinkle the buttered cornflakes evenly over the top of the potato mixture to create a crispy, golden crust after baking.
- Bake: Place the casserole in the preheated oven and bake for 40 to 45 minutes, or until the casserole is hot and bubbly, and the topping is golden brown.
- Rest: Remove from the oven and let the casserole rest for 5 to 10 minutes before serving to allow it to set and cool slightly.
Notes
- You can substitute cream of mushroom soup for a vegetarian-friendly option.
- For extra flavor, add 1/2 teaspoon paprika or sprinkle additional cheese on top during the last 10 minutes of baking.
- Freshly grated cheese melts more smoothly than pre-shredded varieties.
