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Funeral Potatoes


  • Author: Marina Savoy
  • Total Time: 1 hour
  • Yield: 1012 servings 1x

Description

A creamy, cheesy, and crowd-pleasing casserole made with hash browns, sour cream, and a buttery cornflake topping. Perfect for gatherings and holidays.


Ingredients

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  • ⅓ cup unsalted butter, melted

  • 2 cups full-fat sour cream

  • 1 (10.5 oz) can cream of chicken soup

  • 1 tsp salt

  • 1 tsp onion powder

  • 2 cups shredded sharp cheddar cheese

  • 24 oz frozen diced hash browns, thawed

  • 3 cups cornflakes, slightly crushed

  • ½ cup unsalted butter, melted (for topping)


Instructions

  • Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).

  • Grease a 9×13-inch baking dish.

  • In a large bowl, mix ⅓ cup butter, sour cream, cream of chicken soup, salt, and onion powder.

  • Stir in cheese and thawed hash browns.

  • Spread mixture into the dish evenly.

  • In another bowl, mix crushed cornflakes with ½ cup melted butter.

  • Top the casserole with cornflake mix.

  • Bake uncovered for 45 minutes, until bubbly and golden.

  • Let rest 5–10 minutes before serving.

Notes

  • Use full-fat sour cream for best texture.
  • Swap cornflakes with crushed crackers or breadcrumbs.
  • Add cooked chicken or turkey for a heartier dish.
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 45 minutes
  • Category: Side Dish
  • Method: Baked
  • Cuisine: American