Deluxe Cheesy Hash Browns
Cheesy hash browns are a creamy mixture of shredded potatoes, cheese, and cream of mushroom, baked into a delicious golden brown casserole. This hearty dish is great comfort food and can be served with breakfast, brunch, or dinner.
For more delicious cheesy recipes, try The Best Lobster Mac and Cheese, Creamy Cheese Grits, and Cheddar Broccoli Rice Casserole.
If you love Cracker Barrel hash browns, this casserole was meant for you. Baked until brown and bubbly, this cheesy hash brown casserole is the ultimate side dish.
This dish has Southern roots and is sometimes called funeral potatoes because it is served on so many occasions, including funerals. Try it for yourself and see why this is the best cheesy hash brown recipe!
Why you will love this Hash Brown Casserole:
Versatile! Enjoy this cheesy side dish morning, noon, or night. And like any other casserole recipe, you can easily customize this dish with different cheeses and add-ins.
Easy! The prep for these cheesy potatoes is just 5 minutes. Simply mix all the ingredients together, pour the mixture into a baking dish, coat with shredded, and bake until it reaches gooey glory!
Great for Special Occasions! Whether you are hosting an Easter brunch or need an easy Thanksgiving side dish, these cheesy hash browns fit the bill for any potluck or holiday dinner.
Ingredients for Cheesy Hash Browns Recipe
To make this Cracker Barrel hash browns-inspired recipe, you will need the following ingredients:
- Shredded hash browns: You can use fresh or frozen hash browns. Frozen is of course, easier because you do not have to peel and chop potatoes.
- Cream of mushroom soup: This is the heart of the flavor and contributes to the creamy texture. Cream of cheddar soup or cream of chicken soup will also work as substitutes.
- Sour cream: This thickens the potato mixture and makes for a creamy consistency. It also adds a tangy flavor.
- Seasoning: Season with seasoned salt, onion powder, and black pepper.
- Minced Garlic: Add this for a fresh, garlicky flavor.
- Butter: Use melted butter. Make sure it is unsalted so the dish is not too salty.
- Cheese: I use shredded cheddar cheese.
How to Make Cheesy Hash Browns
Combine Ingredients
Preheat the oven to 350°F and spray a baking dish (13×9) with nonstick cooking spray. Then add hash browns, cream of mushroom soup, sour cream, seasonings, minced garlic, and melted butter to a large bowl. Stir until everything is fully combined.
Assemble Hash Brown Casserole
Sprinkle 1 cup of the shredded cheese into the potato mixture, and mix it until it is completely incorporated. Pour the hash brown mixture into the prepared baking dish and spread it out into one even layer. Then sprinkle the remaining shredded cheddar cheese over the top.
Bake
Place the dish in the oven and bake for 45 minutes until it is golden brown and bubbly. Serve the cheesy hash brown casserole immediately, and ENJOY!
Tips and Variations for Cheesy Hash Browns
- If using frozen hash browns, do not defrost them. Just add them to the mixture.
- Use freshly grated cheese. Pre-shredded cheese has an anti-clumping agent that makes it harder to melt without leaving a grainy residue. When grated fresh, the taste and texture are much better.
- If you want a little crunch for contrast, top the unbaked hash brown casserole with breadcrumbs, crushed Corn Flakes, or crushed Ritz crackers.
- You do not have to stick to cheddar. Try mozzarella or provolone instead.
- Add precooked crumbled sausage, diced bacon, or cubed ham for some extra protein.
Leftovers
Cheesy hashbrowns reheat well. So store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 5 days.
To reheat, warm up individual servings in the microwave. Alternatively, heat up larger servings in a casserole dish in the oven at 350°F for about 10 minutes or until warmed through.
FAQ
Should I thaw hash browns for casserole?
No. Add frozen hash browns directly to the potato mixture and bake.
Why is my hash brown casserole watery?
Ensure the liquid ingredients are accurately measured before they are combined.
How to make hash browns that aren’t gummy?
If using fresh potatoes, soak them in water for about 15 minutes so any excess starch is removed before cooking.
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Deluxe Cheesy Hash Browns Cheesy Hash Browns
Cheesy hash browns are a creamy mixture of shredded potatoes, cheese, and cream of mushroom, baked into a delicious golden brown casserole. This hearty dish is great comfort food and can be served with breakfast, brunch, or dinner.
Ingredients
- 1 bag Shredded hash browns (frozen or fresh)
- 110.5 oz can Cream of mushroom soup
- ½ cup Sour cream
- 2 teaspoons Seasoned salt
- 2 teaspoons Onion powder
- 1 teaspoon Black pepper
- 1 teaspoon Minced garlic
- 2 tablespoons Butter, unsalted and melted
- 2 cups Cheddar Cheese Shredded
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F. Spray a baking dish (13x9) with nonstick cooking spray.
- Add your hash browns, cream of mushroom soup, sour cream, seasoned salt, onion powder, and black pepper, minced garlic, and melted butter to a bowl. Stir this up until it is fully combined.
- Sprinkle 1 cup of the shredded cheese into the potato mixture, and mix it in until completely incorporated.
- Pour the hash brown mixture into the baking dish and spread it out into one even layer. Sprinkle the remaining shredded cheddar cheese over the top.
- Place the dish in the oven and bake for 45 minutes until it is golden brown and bubbly. Serve right away, and ENJOY!
Nutrition Information
Yield
6Serving Size
1Amount Per Serving Calories 630Total Fat 42gSaturated Fat 18gTrans Fat 1gUnsaturated Fat 21gCholesterol 82mgSodium 2881mgCarbohydrates 39gFiber 2gSugar 17gProtein 23g
