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Grandma's Hash Brown Casserole: Comfort Food to Savor!

A nostalgic and versatile hash brown casserole that evokes memories of Grandma's kitchen, perfect for gatherings and make-ahead meals.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 50 minutes
Resting Time 10 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 15 minutes
Servings: 8 slices
Course: Casserole
Cuisine: American
Calories: 300
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Casserole
  • 30 oz Frozen Shredded Hash Browns can substitute with freshly grated potatoes
  • 10.5 oz Cream of Chicken Soup or cream of mushroom for vegetarian
  • 1 cup Sour Cream or Greek yogurt for lighter option
  • 2 cups Shredded Cheddar Cheese can use Monterey Jack or Pepper Jack
  • 0.5 cup Melted Butter salted or unsalted depending on preference
  • 1 medium Finely Chopped Onion sautéed for milder flavor or raw for sharper bite
  • 1 tsp Garlic Powder
  • 1 tsp Salt adjust based on the saltiness of soup and cheese
  • 0.5 tsp Black Pepper
  • 1 cup Crushed Cornflakes or Buttery Crackers optional topping
  • 0.25 cup Melted Butter (for topping)

Equipment

  • 9x13 inch baking dish
  • Mixing Bowl
  • spatula
  • Oven

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9x13-inch baking dish with melted butter or cooking spray.
  2. In a large mixing bowl, combine cream of chicken soup, sour cream, and melted butter. Stir in the shredded cheddar cheese, finely chopped onion, garlic powder, salt, and black pepper until smooth.
  3. Gently fold in the thawed frozen shredded hash browns with a spatula until coated.
  4. Pour the mixture into the prepared baking dish and spread evenly. Smooth the top.
  5. In a small bowl, mix the crushed cornflakes or buttery crackers with the remaining melted butter and sprinkle on top of the casserole.
  6. Bake in the preheated oven for 45-55 minutes until the top is golden brown and bubbly.
  7. Remove from the oven and let it sit for about 10 minutes before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 300kcalCarbohydrates: 36gProtein: 8gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 8gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 6gCholesterol: 35mgSodium: 590mgPotassium: 300mgFiber: 2gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 15IUVitamin C: 4mgCalcium: 20mgIron: 4mg

Notes

This casserole can be prepared a day in advance and refrigerated. Bake straight from the fridge but add extra time to cooking.

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