why make this recipe
Funeral Potatoes are a warm, cheesy side dish that many people love. It uses simple store-bought items and it cooks in one dish. You can make it for family meals, potlucks, or when you want a comfort food side.
introduction
This casserole is creamy, cheesy, and has a crunchy top. For another easy potato side, see the air fry breakfast potatoes guide to try a different method.
how to make Funeral Potatoes
Make this dish in a few steps. Mix the cold or thawed hash browns with cream soup, sour cream, cheese, melted butter, salt, and pepper. Put the mix in a greased 9×13 inch pan. Crush cornflakes and mix them with a little melted butter. Sprinkle the cornflake mix on top. Bake until hot and the top is golden. Let it rest a few minutes before serving.
Ingredients :
- hash browns
- cream of chicken soup
- sour cream
- cheddar cheese
- butter
- cornflakes
- salt
- pepper
Directions :
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a large bowl, combine hash browns, cream of chicken soup, sour cream, shredded cheddar cheese, melted butter, salt, and pepper. Mix until well combined.
- Spread the mixture into a greased 9×13 inch baking dish.
- In a separate bowl, crush the cornflakes and mix with a bit of melted butter.
- Sprinkle the cornflake mixture evenly over the hash brown mixture in the baking dish.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 45-50 minutes until the top is golden brown and the casserole is bubbly.
how to serve Funeral Potatoes
Serve warm. Cut into squares and plate with a large spoon. This goes well with ham, roast, turkey, or a simple salad. Left overs heat well in the oven or microwave.
how to store Funeral Potatoes
Cool the dish to room temperature, then cover with foil or put in an airtight container. Keep in the fridge for 3–4 days. To freeze, place in a freezer-safe container for up to 2 months. Thaw in the fridge before reheating. Reheat in the oven at 350°F until hot, or use the microwave for single portions.
tips to make Funeral Potatoes
- Use thawed hash browns for even cooking.
- Shred fresh cheddar for better melt and flavor.
- Do not skip the butter in the cornflake topping — it helps brown and crisp them.
- If the top browns too fast, cover loosely with foil partway through baking.
- Taste and adjust salt and pepper before baking.
variation (if any)
- Add cooked, crumbled bacon or diced ham for meat.
- Mix in chopped green onions or chives for freshness.
- Use crushed potato chips instead of cornflakes for a different crunch.
- For a lighter version, use low-fat sour cream and reduced-fat cheese.
FAQs
What size baking dish do I need?
Use a greased 9×13 inch baking dish for the best fit and even cooking.
Can I use fresh potatoes instead of hash browns?
Yes, but you must shred and cook or par-boil them first. Frozen or canned hash browns are easier.
How do I keep the topping crunchy?
Mix crushed cornflakes with melted butter and add them near the end of prep. Do not cover the dish during the last 10 minutes of baking.
Can I make this ahead of time?
Yes. Prepare the casserole and keep it covered in the fridge. Bake when ready, adding a few extra minutes if cold from the fridge.
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Funeral Potatoes
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 50 minutes
- Total Time: 65 minutes
- Yield: 8 servings 1x
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Description
A warm, cheesy side dish made with hash browns, cream soup, and topped with crunchy cornflakes.
Ingredients
- 1 bag of hash browns
- 1 can of cream of chicken soup
- 1 cup sour cream
- 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
- 1/2 cup melted butter
- 1 cup crushed cornflakes
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon pepper
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a large bowl, combine hash browns, cream of chicken soup, sour cream, shredded cheddar cheese, melted butter, salt, and pepper. Mix until well combined.
- Spread the mixture into a greased 9×13 inch baking dish.
- In a separate bowl, crush the cornflakes and mix with a bit of melted butter.
- Sprinkle the cornflake mixture evenly over the hash brown mixture in the baking dish.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 45-50 minutes until the top is golden brown and the casserole is bubbly.
Notes
For better flavor, use freshly shredded cheddar cheese. You can add crumbled bacon or diced ham for a meat option.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 8g
- Cholesterol: 40mg
