Cheesy Hash Brown Casserole

Cheesy Hash Brown Casserole

Hey there, foodies! This hash brown casserole is cheesy – easy and made with frozen hash browns. My daughter-in-law gave me this recipe and there is never a bite left! What’s not to love about potatoes, cheese and a crunchy topping?? Whether you’re hosting a potluck, picnic or simply craving some cheesy yumminess any day of the week, this Cheesy Hash Brown Casserole is a guaranteed crowd-pleaser.

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There’s something about a piping hot casserole dish filled with cheesy goodness that brings people together. And when it comes to comfort food this cheesy hash brown casserole is it. Whether served as a hearty breakfast alongside scrambled eggs and toast or as a side dish to serve alongside a main dish like this great grilled chicken or stuffed peppers. This recipe uses frozen hash browns thawed however you can easily use fresh potatoes and grate them. 4 Ways to Shred Potatoes – wikiHow.

cheesy hashbrown potatoes

You can add cooked bacon, cooked sausage, cooked ground beef or diced ham and make this cheesy hash brown casserole a complete meal! And you can prepare this casserole in advance and refrigerate it, then bake when ready! If you have any leftovers (I doubt you will!), this casserole can be frozen. You’ll have a quick potato side dish any night of the week.

Ingredients to Make Cheesy Hash Brown Casserole

casserole

frozen hash brown – thawed

cheddar cheese soup

sour cream

mayonnaise

melted butter

shredded cheddar cheese

chopped onion

pepper

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topping

ritz crackers or corn flakes

cheddar cheese

butter

fresh chives (optional)

How Do I Make This?

This won’t be long – it’s that simple and takes only about 15 minutes to mix this cheesy potato bake up. 45 minutes in the oven and it’s ready!

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In a large bowl mix together the thawed hash browns, melted butter, sour cream, mayonnaise, cheddar soup, cheddar cheese, chopped onion and pepper. Place in a greased baking dish, 3 1/2 quart casserole dish or a 9 x13 baking dish. Top the casserole with some cheddar cheese, then crushed ritz crackers or corn flakes and drizzle with 2 tablespoons melted butter. Bake for 45 minutes.

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Cheesy Hash Brown Casserole

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The ultimate comfort food with this irresistible Cheesy Hashbrown Casserole! This creamy and cheesy dish is a crowd-pleaser that's perfect for breakfast, brunch, or as a comforting side dish for dinner. Made with tender hashbrown potatoes, a luscious cheese sauce, and a crispy topping, it's a blend of flavors and textures that will leave everyone asking for seconds. A cheesy hash brown casserole for picnics, potlucks or weeknight dinner. Add diced ham, sausage or cooked ground beef and make it a meal!
5 from 1 vote
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 45 minutes
Total Time 1 hour
Course Side Dish
Cuisine American
Servings 12
Calories 331 kcal

Ingredients
  

casserole

  • 30 oz frozen hash browns thawed
  • 2 cups sour cream
  • 1/2 cup mayonnaise
  • 2 cups cheddar cheese shredded
  • 10.5 oz Campbell's cheddar cheese soup
  • 1/2 cup butter melted
  • 1/2 cup onion chopped
  • 1/2 tsp pepper

topping

  • 1/2 cup cheddar cheese shredded
  • 1 cup ritz crackers crushed
  • 2 Tbsp butter melted

Instructions
 

  • Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Grease a 3 1/2 qt baking dish or a 9 x13-inch baking dish.
    In a large bowl, combine the hash browns, cheddar soup, shredded cheddar cheese, sour cream, mayonnaise, melted butter, chopped onion and black pepper. Mix well.
    Transfer the mixture to the greased baking dish, spreading it out evenly.
    Sprinkle 1/2 cup shredded cheddar over casserole. Top with crushed ritz crackers or corn flakes and drizzle with 2 Tbsp melted butter.
    Bake in the preheated oven for 45 minutes or until the casserole is bubbly and the top is golden brown.
    Remove from the oven and let it cool for a few minutes before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 331kcalCarbohydrates: 6gProtein: 7gFat: 31gSaturated Fat: 15gPolyunsaturated Fat: 5gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gTrans Fat: 0.4gCholesterol: 70mgSodium: 271mgPotassium: 87mgFiber: 0.2gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 481IUVitamin C: 1mgCalcium: 216mgIron: 0.3mg
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