Cheesy Hash Brown Casserole
A classic American comfort food, this casserole features shredded hash browns in a rich, creamy cheese sauce. A crunchy topping of buttered cornflakes provides the perfect contrast in texture, making it an ideal side dish for holidays or a hearty main course.
An original recipe by Forkin
- Total time
- 1 hr 10 min
- Serves
- 6
- Difficulty
- Easy
- Per serving
- 635 kcal
Allergen information: may contain gluten and milk. Always check ingredient packaging if you have an allergy.
Mise en place
Ingredients
Converted for display; the recipe amounts stay equivalent.
casserole
- 900 gfrozen shredded hash brown, thawed
- 300 gcondensed cream of chicken soup
- 225 gsour cream
- 225 gcheddar cheese, shredded
- 115 gunsalted butter, softened
- 80 gyellow onion, finely chopped
- 1 tspsalt
- 0.25 tspblack pepper, freshly ground
topping
- 50 gcornflakes, lightly crushed
- 60 gunsalted butter, melted
Equipment
large bowl · spatula · knife · oven · small bowl · 9x13 inch baking dish
The method
Step by step
- 1
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
About 5 min
- 2
Lightly grease a 9x13 inch (23x33 cm) baking dish.
About 1 min
- 3
In a large bowl, combine the thawed hash browns, condensed cream of chicken soup, sour cream, softened butter, chopped yellow onion, salt, and pepper.
About 3 min
Cook’s note: For faster thawing, you can microwave the hash browns in short bursts, or leave them in the fridge overnight.
- 4
Stir in the shredded cheddar cheese until everything is well combined.
About 2 min
- 5
Spread the potato mixture evenly into the prepared baking dish.
About 2 min
Cook’s note: Use a spatula to create a flat, even surface for the topping.
- 6
In a separate small bowl, combine the crushed cornflakes and melted butter, tossing to coat.
About 1 min
- 7
Sprinkle the buttered cornflake mixture evenly over the top of the casserole.
About 1 min
- 8
Bake uncovered for 45 minutes, or until the edges are bubbly and the topping is golden brown.
About 45 min
- 9
Remove from the oven and let the casserole rest for at least 10 minutes before serving.
About 10 min
Cook’s note: Resting allows the casserole to set, making it easier to slice and serve.
Per serving
Nutrition
- Calories
- 634.5kcal
- Protein
- 15.5g
- Carbs
- 40.9g
- Fat
- 46.5g
- Fibre
- 3.5g
- Sugar
- 3.3g
Estimated from the recipe’s ingredient quantities. Values can vary with brands and substitutions.
Keep it good
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator.
Reheat portions in the microwave or in an oven at 325°F (160°C) until hot.
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