Description
Classic Funeral Potatoes Casserole is a comforting, cheesy dish featuring tender hash browns baked in a creamy sauce and topped with buttery, crunchy corn flakes. Perfect as a hearty side or a satisfying main, this casserole is a beloved comfort food known for its rich flavors and easy preparation.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients
- 30 ounces frozen diced hash browns (thawed)
- 5 Tablespoons salted butter (divided)
- 1 small onion (diced)
- 10.5 ounces condensed cream of chicken soup
- ½ cup heavy cream
- 1 cup cheddar cheese (shredded)
- 1 teaspoon ground mustard
- ½ teaspoon garlic powder
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
Topping
- 1 ½ cups corn flakes cereal (crushed)
Instructions
- Thaw Hash Browns: Begin by thawing the bag of frozen diced hash browns completely to ensure even cooking in the casserole.
- Prepare Oven and Baking Dish: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and lightly grease a 9 x 13-inch baking dish to prevent sticking.
- Melt Butter for Onions: Melt 2 tablespoons of the salted butter in a small skillet over medium heat.
- Sauté Onions: Add the diced onion to the skillet and sauté for 3-5 minutes until the onions become translucent and tender, stirring occasionally.
- Mix Casserole Ingredients: In a large mixing bowl, combine the sautéed onions, thawed hash browns, condensed cream of chicken soup, heavy cream, shredded cheddar cheese, ground mustard, garlic powder, salt, and black pepper. Stir well to ensure all ingredients are evenly incorporated.
- Transfer to Baking Dish: Pour the potato mixture into the prepared baking dish and spread it out evenly to create a uniform layer.
- Prepare Topping: Melt the remaining 3 tablespoons of butter and mix it thoroughly with the crushed corn flakes cereal.
- Top Casserole: Evenly sprinkle the buttered corn flakes mixture over the top of the potato layer in the dish to create a crunchy crust.
- Bake: Place the casserole in the preheated oven and bake for 30 to 40 minutes, or until the top is golden brown and the casserole is bubbly and heated through.
- Serve Warm: Let the casserole cool slightly before serving. It is best enjoyed warm as a comforting side or main dish.
Notes
- For a gluten-free version, use gluten-free cream of chicken soup and gluten-free corn flakes.
- To make it vegetarian, substitute the cream of chicken soup with a cream of mushroom soup and use vegetable broth.
- You can add cooked bacon or ham for extra flavor if desired.
- Using freshly shredded cheese instead of pre-shredded helps achieve better melting and texture.
- This casserole can be prepared a day ahead and baked the next day; just cover and refrigerate until ready to bake.
- If you prefer a crispier topping, broil the casserole for the last 2-3 minutes—watch closely to avoid burning.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Casserole
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Keywords: Funeral Potatoes, Hash Brown Casserole, Comfort Food, Holiday Casserole, Cheesy Potatoes
