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Cheesy Funeral Potatoes

These Cheesy Funeral Potatoes are a comforting casserole that combines creamy potatoes, gooey cheddar cheese, and a crispy cornflake topping. Perfect for potlucks, family gatherings, or a casual weeknight dinner, they deliver irresistible flavor and texture with every bite.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 50 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 5 minutes
Servings: 8 servings
Course: Side Dish
Cuisine: American
Calories: 485
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 1 bag (about 30 oz) Frozen shredded hash browns thawed
  • 1 can (10.5 oz) Condensed cream of chicken soup
  • 2 cups Sour cream
  • 2 cups Shredded cheddar cheese sharp or medium
  • 1/2 cup Unsalted butter, melted divided
  • 1/2 cup Chopped onion optional
  • 1 teaspoon Salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon Black pepper
  • 2 cups Cornflake cereal lightly crushed

Equipment

  • 9x13-inch baking dish
  • Large mixing bowl
  • Small bowl
  • Oven
  • Stirring utensil

Method
 

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F and lightly grease a 9x13-inch baking dish. This ensures even cooking and prevents sticking.
  2. In a large bowl, combine the thawed bag of hash browns, cream of chicken soup, sour cream, shredded cheddar cheese, chopped onion (if using), salt, black pepper, and half of the melted butter (about 1/4 cup). Stir until the mixture is well combined and the hash browns are evenly coated.
  3. Transfer the potato mixture into your prepared baking dish, spreading it out in an even layer.
  4. In a small bowl, toss the lightly crushed cornflakes with the remaining melted butter until evenly coated. Sprinkle this mixture evenly over the potato base to create a signature crispy topping.
  5. Bake in the preheated oven for 45-50 minutes, or until you see bubbling around the edges and the cornflake topping turns a deep golden brown.
  6. Remove from the oven and let the casserole rest for about 5 minutes before serving to allow the layers to set.

Notes

These cheesy potatoes are versatile and can be customized to your taste. For a spicy twist, try swapping cheddar for pepper jack cheese or add crumbled bacon for a smoky flavor. Vegetarians can replace the cream of chicken soup with cream of mushroom soup. Leftovers can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 3 days and reheated in the oven to regain crispiness.