Cheesy Hashbrown Casserole
User Reviews
5
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Prep Time
15 mins
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Cook Time
1 hr
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Total Time
1 hr 15 mins
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Servings
8 servings
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Course
Main Course, Breakfast
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Cuisine
American
Cheesy Hashbrown Casserole
Description
Cheesy Hashbrown Casserole brings together shredded hashbrowns mixed with a creamy blend of sour cream, cream of mushroom soup, melted butter, and seasonings like garlic and onion. The addition of grated cheddar cheese throughout and on top creates a rich, melty texture and adds sharp, savory flavor that complements the mild potato base. Baking uncovered at 350°F for an hour allows the casserole to bubble and develops a golden cheese top.
The casserole’s texture is creamy yet slightly firm due to the hashbrowns, making it a filling accompaniment to breakfast or dinner mains. It pairs well with eggs, meats, or vegetables for a comforting meal component. The layering of cheese ensures cheesy pockets throughout and a nicely browned crust on baking.
This dish requires minimal prep and can be assembled from mostly pantry staples and frozen potatoes. It’s best served hot and fresh from the oven to maintain the cheese’s melty consistency. Leftovers may be stored refrigerated and gently reheated, though the crust will soften upon standing.
Ingredients
- 32 oz hashbrowns about 4 cups, frozen shredded, thawed
- 1 oz cream of mushroom soup can
- 1/4 cup butter salted, melted
- 1 1/2 cups sour cream
- 1 onion finely minced
- 1/2 tsp garlic minced
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/4 tsp black pepper
- 3 cups cheddar cheese grated
- green onion optional garnish, chopped
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350 degrees
- Combine hash browns, mushroom soup, melted butter, sour cream, chopped onion, garlic, salt, pepper, and 2 cups of grated cheddar cheese in a large bowl, reserving one cup of cheddar cheese.
- Place the mixture in a greased9x13 baking dish. Top with the remaining cup of cheddar cheese.
- Bake uncovered for 60 minutes or until hot and bubbly.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 8servings
Amount Per Serving
Calories kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 398kcal | 20% |
| Carbohydrates | 22g | 7% |
| Protein | 14g | 28% |
| Fat | 29g | 45% |
| Saturated Fat | 18g | 90% |
| Trans Fat | 1g | 50% |
| Cholesterol | 82mg | 27% |
| Sodium | 519mg | 22% |
| Potassium | 428mg | 9% |
| Fiber | 2g | 8% |
| Sugar | 1g | 2% |
| Vitamin A | 871IU | 17% |
| Vitamin C | 10mg | 11% |
| Calcium | 366mg | 37% |
| Iron | 1mg | 6% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
User Reviews
Overall Rating
5
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