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Close-up of a creamy funeral potatoes casserole dish with a golden crust and crunchy topping.

Classic Funeral Potatoes

This classic funeral potatoes casserole is a comforting and cheesy dish featuring shredded hash browns baked in a creamy sauce with a delightful crispy cornflake topping. Perfect for potlucks or family gatherings.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 50 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 5 minutes
Servings: 8 servings
Calories: 450
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 1 bag frozen shredded hash browns, thawed 30 ounce
  • 1 can cream of chicken soup 10.5 ounces
  • 1 cup sour cream
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted (1 stick) plus 2 tablespoons for topping
  • 2 cups cheddar cheese shredded
  • 2 cups crushed cornflakes
Optional & Seasoning
  • medium medium onion, finely diced (optional, for flavor boost)
  • 1 teaspoon onion powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt or to taste
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper or to taste

Equipment

  • 9x13 inch baking dish
  • Large mixing bowl
  • Small bowl
  • Oven
  • Skillet (optional, for onion)

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9x13 inch baking dish.
  2. If using, sauté the finely diced onion in 1 tablespoon of melted butter until softened, about 5 minutes.
Assembly
  1. In a large bowl, combine cream of chicken soup, sour cream, 1/2 cup melted butter (and sautéed onion if using), onion powder, garlic powder, salt, and pepper, stirring until smooth.
  2. Gently fold in the thawed hash browns and shredded cheddar cheese until evenly coated.
  3. Pour the potato mixture into the prepared baking dish and spread it out evenly.
Topping & Baking
  1. In a separate small bowl, combine crushed cornflakes with the remaining 2 tablespoons of melted butter, then sprinkle this mixture evenly over the potatoes and gently press down.
  2. Bake for 45-60 minutes in the preheated oven, or until bubbly and the topping is golden brown and crispy.
  3. Let the casserole rest for 5-10 minutes before serving.

Notes

For an extra cheesy kick, try adding a layer of shredded mozzarella cheese in the middle of the hash brown mixture. For a spicier version, add a pinch of cayenne pepper to the seasoning blend. Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Reheat gently in the oven or microwave.