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Cheesy Hashbrown Casserole Recipe Easy Creamy Crispy Potluck Dish

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A creamy yet crispy cheesy hashbrown casserole perfect for church potlucks and family gatherings, made with frozen hashbrowns, sour cream, cheddar cheese, and a buttery cracker topping.

Ingredients

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  • 1.5 lbs (680g) frozen shredded hashbrowns
  • 1 cup (240ml) full-fat sour cream
  • 2 cups (200g) shredded sharp cheddar cheese
  • 1 can (10.5 oz / 298g) cream of chicken soup (or cream of mushroom soup for vegetarian)
  • 1 small onion, finely chopped
  • 4 tablespoons (56g) butter
  • 1.5 cups (150g) crushed buttery crackers (Ritz recommended)
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

  1. Thaw the frozen hashbrowns just enough to separate easily but still cold. Finely chop the onion. Measure out cheese, sour cream, and crushed crackers.
  2. Melt 2 tablespoons butter in a large skillet over medium heat. Add chopped onion and cook until soft and translucent, about 3-4 minutes.
  3. In a mixing bowl, combine thawed hashbrowns, sautéed onion, sour cream, cream of chicken soup, shredded cheddar cheese, salt (1 tsp), and pepper (½ tsp). Stir gently until evenly mixed.
  4. Spread the mixture into a greased 9×13-inch baking dish, smoothing the top but not packing it down.
  5. Melt remaining 2 tablespoons butter and mix with crushed crackers. Sprinkle evenly over the casserole.
  6. Bake uncovered in a preheated 350°F (175°C) oven for 45-50 minutes until bubbly and topping is golden brown and crisp.
  7. Let the casserole rest for 10 minutes before serving to set and slice cleanly.

Notes

[‘Do not over-thaw hashbrowns to avoid sogginess; pat dry if needed.’, ‘Use freshly shredded sharp cheddar cheese for best melt and flavor.’, ‘Butter in the cracker topping is essential for a golden, crispy crust.’, ‘Season generously with salt to enhance flavors.’, ‘Let casserole rest 10 minutes after baking for easier slicing.’, ‘For vegetarian version, substitute cream of chicken soup with cream of mushroom soup.’, ‘For gluten-free version, use gluten-free crackers or breadcrumbs for topping.’, ‘Store leftovers in airtight container in fridge up to 4 days; reheat gently on stove with splash of milk or cream.’]

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