Cheesy Hashbrown Casserole

Name: Cheesy Hashbrown Casserole
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 55 min
Total time: 70 min
Yield: 8 servings
Cuisine: American
Ingredients: 32 oz frozen shredded hash browns, thawed; 8 tbsp unsalted butter, melted; 2 cans cream of mushroom soup (10.5 oz can); 1 cup sour cream; 2 cups sharp cheddar cheese, shredded; 1/2 cup yellow onion, finely diced; 1/2 tsp salt; 1/2 tsp black pepper, freshly ground; 1/2 tsp garlic powder; 2 cups cornflakes cereal, lightly crushed; 4 tbsp unsalted butter (for topping), melted

A crowd-pleasing baked casserole of creamy, cheesy shredded hash browns - the ultimate potluck or holiday side dish. Rich and satisfying with a golden, bubbly top.

70 minEasyServes 8380 cal/serving

AmericanSideOvenVegetarianLow CarbHalal-friendlyNut-FreeEgg-FreeLow-SodiumPork-FreeAlcohol-Free

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Ingredients

32 oz frozen shredded hash browns, thawed
8 tbsp unsalted butter, melted
2 cans cream of mushroom soup (10.5 oz can)
1 cup sour cream
2 cups sharp cheddar cheese, shredded
1/2 cup yellow onion, finely diced
1/2 tsp salt
1/2 tsp black pepper, freshly ground
1/2 tsp garlic powder
2 cups cornflakes cereal, lightly crushed
4 tbsp unsalted butter (for topping), melted

Instructions

1

Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9x13-inch baking dish.
2

In a large bowl, stir together 32 oz thawed frozen shredded hash browns, 8 tbsp melted unsalted butter, 2 cans cream of mushroom soup (10.5 oz can), 1 cup sour cream, 1½ cups of shredded sharp cheddar cheese, 1/2 cup finely diced yellow onion, 1/2 tsp salt, 1/2 tsp freshly ground black pepper, and 1/2 tsp garlic powder until well combined.
3

Spread the mixture evenly into the prepared baking dish. Top with the remaining sharp cheddar cheese.
4

In a small bowl, toss 2 cups lightly crushed cornflakes cereal with 4 tbsp melted unsalted butter (for topping) and scatter evenly over the casserole.
5

Bake uncovered for 50-55 minutes, until the top is golden and the casserole is bubbling around the edges.
6

Let rest for 5 minutes before serving.

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What is Cheesy Hashbrown Casserole?

A crowd-pleasing baked casserole of creamy, cheesy shredded hash browns - the ultimate potluck or holiday side dish. Rich and satisfying with a golden, bubbly top. This reference files it under American side: made in the oven, rated easy and about 70 minutes start to finish.

What temperature do I cook Cheesy Hashbrown Casserole at?

For Cheesy Hashbrown Casserole, the oven is set to 350 F (about 175 C) in step 1. The longest stretch at that heat is 55 minutes, in step 5.

What can I use instead of sour cream in Cheesy Hashbrown Casserole?

The entry for Cheesy Hashbrown Casserole calls for 1 cup sour cream. In its place: Full-fat plain Greek yogurt, measure for measure. In hot sauces, add it off the heat.

Can I make Cheesy Hashbrown Casserole dairy-free?

Yes. The dairy in Cheesy Hashbrown Casserole is 8 tbsp unsalted butter, melted, 2 cans cream of mushroom soup (10.5 oz can), 1 cup sour cream, 2 cups sharp cheddar cheese, shredded, 4 tbsp unsalted butter (for topping), melted. Swap the butter for olive oil where it melts, or a plant-based block butter where it is creamed; the cream for full-fat coconut milk or an oat cooking cream; the sour cream for thick coconut yogurt with a squeeze of lemon; the cheese for a plant-based melting cheese (expect a milder flavor). The richness shifts slightly, but the method does not change.

Is Cheesy Hashbrown Casserole vegan?

No, though it is vegetarian. What keeps it from vegan is 8 tbsp unsalted butter, melted, 2 cans cream of mushroom soup (10.5 oz can), 1 cup sour cream and 2 cups sharp cheddar cheese, shredded. For fully plant-based entries, see the vegan side collection.

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