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Crispy Loaded Funeral Potatoes Recipe with Easy Crunchy Cornflake Crust

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A comforting and crowd-pleasing potato casserole featuring creamy, cheesy potatoes topped with a golden, crunchy cornflake crust. Perfect for busy weeknights or gatherings.

Ingredients

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  • 4 cups frozen shredded hash browns (thawed)
  • 2 cups shredded sharp cheddar cheese
  • 1 cup sour cream (full-fat or light)
  • 1 can (10.5 oz) cream of chicken soup (or cream of mushroom for vegetarian)
  • 4 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
  • 2 cups crushed cornflakes
  • 1 small yellow onion, finely chopped
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • ½ teaspoon black pepper
  • Optional: ½ cup cooked and crumbled bacon or diced ham
  • Optional: chopped green onions

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Lightly grease a 9×13 inch casserole dish with butter or non-stick spray.
  2. In a large bowl, combine thawed shredded hash browns, shredded cheddar cheese, sour cream, cream of chicken soup, and finely chopped onion.
  3. Stir in garlic powder, salt, and black pepper. Mix gently until evenly combined but potatoes retain some texture.
  4. If using, fold in cooked and crumbled bacon or diced ham.
  5. Spread the potato mixture evenly into the prepared casserole dish and press down lightly.
  6. In a separate bowl, combine crushed cornflakes with melted butter and toss to coat completely.
  7. Sprinkle the buttery cornflake mixture evenly over the potato base, covering all edges.
  8. Bake for 45-50 minutes until edges bubble and cornflake crust is golden brown. Tent with foil if top browns too quickly.
  9. Let casserole rest 5-10 minutes after baking to set before serving.
  10. Optional: For extra crisp, broil for 1-2 minutes watching carefully to avoid burning.

Notes

Use fully thawed and well-drained potatoes to avoid sogginess. Do not overmix to keep texture. Melted butter on cornflakes is essential for a crispy, golden crust. Let casserole rest after baking to set. For gluten-free, use certified gluten-free soup and cornflakes. Optional add-ins include bacon, ham, or green onions.

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Keywords: funeral potatoes, potato casserole, cornflake crust, cheesy potatoes, comfort food, easy casserole, holiday side dish

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