CHEESY HASHBROWN CASSEROLE

Cheesy hashbrown casserole is loaded with tender shredded potatoes smothered in a rich, creamy sauce and cheddar cheese then baked until bubbly.

From the recipe collection of Tara Ippolito

Cheesy hash brown potatoes are the ultimate comfort side dish. They’re creamy, golden, and loaded with gooey melted cheese in every bite. They pair perfectly with almost any meal, from holiday ham to weeknight chicken. They always steal the spotlight with their rich, crowd-pleasing flavor and cozy, homemade feel.

This recipe takes the classic comfort food dish and makes it absolutely irresistible. It’s the perfect balance of creamy, cheesy goodness with just the right texture. This will be the one that everyone will be asking you to bring to the next gathering

Why You’ll love them

These potatoes are the perfect choice for any meal. They’re easy to make, a total crowd pleaser and super versatile. Make them for any occasion and there’ll be the star of the show!

How To Make Them

Heres how to make this delicious side dish. You can find the full ingredients list along with instructions on the recipe card below.

Preheat the oven to 350 degrees

First, add the potatoes to a large bowl and season them with salt, pepper, garlic powder and onion powder. Then, melt the butter in the microwave with the garlic (this will infuse the garlic into the butter and give it lots of flavor). Pour the infused butter into the potatoes.

Next, add the cream of chicken soup and sour cream. Stir everything together until it’s evenly combined. Stir in the shredded cheddar cheese.

Now, add the mixture to a greased 9 x 13” baking dish and smooth it out so that it’s flat and even. Sprinkle some more of the shredded cheese on top.

Then, cove it and place it into the oven for 45 minutes. Uncover and let it cook for another 5 minutes. Let it rest for 5 minutes. Garnish with dried parsley (optional), serve warm and enjoy!

Recipe Tips

• Cheese- be sure to shred the cheese yourself and avoid the pre shredded stuff that comes in a bag. It will melt much better that way.
• Oven Placement- Place the casserole in the center rack of the oven to ensure even heat distribution.
• Thaw- I find this recipe cooks evenly and best when the potatoes are completely thawed.

What To Serve Them With

This is one of these incredible recipes that can be make for anything from an import holiday like Christmas or Thanksgiving to a casual dinner at home. When we have them at home, we usually serve them with something like Crockpot Smothered Chicken Legs and Frozen Roasted Green Beans.

Can These Be Made Ahead?

Yes, these potatoes can be made ahead of time. Just assemble the casserole the day before as directed, cover it and place it in the refrigerator until making it the next day. I like to take it out of the fridge 30 minutes before placing it in the oven. It will make much more evenly that way.

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Storage

Wait for the potatoes to cool down. Then, place them into a covered air tight container and place them into the refrigerator. They will last for 3-4 days.

You can also freeze the casserole, cooked or uncooked in the freezer for up to 3 months. Just be sure to thaw it out before cooking.