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Delicious make ahead funeral potatoes served in a baking dish

Effortless Make-Ahead Funeral Potatoes

A comforting and creamy potato dish with crispy edges, perfect for family gatherings and holidays.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 45 minutes
Total Time 55 minutes
Servings: 8 servings
Course: Side Dish
Cuisine: American
Calories: 350
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 2 pounds frozen hash browns Use frozen, not thawed.
  • 1 cup sour cream For a creamier texture, add more.
  • 1 can cream of chicken soup
  • 1/2 cup melted butter
  • 2 cups shredded cheese Cheddar works best.
  • 1/2 cup chopped onion
Topping
  • 1 cup cornflakes, crushed For topping.
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. In a large bowl, mix the frozen hash browns, sour cream, cream of chicken soup, melted butter, shredded cheese, chopped onion, salt, and pepper until well combined.
  3. Transfer the mixture into a greased 9x13 inch casserole dish, spreading it evenly.
  4. Pour the crushed cornflakes on top evenly to create a crunchy layer.
Baking
  1. Bake for about 45 minutes or until the top is golden brown and bubbly.
  2. Let it cool for about 10 minutes before serving. Enjoy!

Notes

Choose frozen hash browns for convenience. Customize with toppings like crushed potato chips or paprika. Dish can be prepared a day ahead. Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3-4 days, or freeze for longer storage.