Description
Cheesy Potatoes, also affectionately known as Funeral Potatoes, are a creamy, comforting side dish that is sure to become a staple at your family gatherings and casual dinners. This delectable casserole features tender hash brown potatoes enveloped in a rich cheese sauce, all topped with a crunchy cornflake layer for added texture. With simple ingredients and easy preparation steps, these Cheesy Potatoes offer both convenience and flavor, making them perfect for potlucks, holidays, or weeknight meals.
Ingredients
Scale
- 32 ounces diced hash brown potatoes (defrosted)
- 4 tablespoons unsalted butter (melted)
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
- 1 ½ cups sour cream
- 2 cups sharp cheddar cheese (grated)
- 1 cup Monterey Jack cheese (grated)
- ½ medium onion (diced)
- 2 to 3 garlic cloves (minced)
- ¼ cup all-purpose flour
- 1 cup low sodium chicken broth
- 1½ cups milk
- 2 cups crushed cornflakes
- 4 tablespoons unsalted butter
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9×13 baking dish.
- In a large bowl, combine defrosted hash browns, melted butter, salt, and pepper. Toss until well coated.
- Stir in sour cream and half of the combined cheeses until fully incorporated.
- Transfer the mixture into the prepared baking dish and spread evenly.
- Top with remaining cheese blend and sprinkle crushed cornflakes over the top.
- Bake in the preheated oven for about 45 minutes or until bubbly and golden brown.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 45 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 360
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 660mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 36g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 10g
- Cholesterol: 40mg
Keywords: Use fresh onions and garlic for enhanced flavor. For extra crunch, mix cornflakes with additional melted butter before topping the casserole. Feel free to add vegetables like sautéed broccoli or spinach for added nutrition.