Cracker Barrel Hashbrown Casserole
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4.9
Cracker Barrel Hashbrown Casserole
Description
The casserole begins by spreading thawed and well-drained hashbrowns in a greased baking dish and seasoning them with salt and pepper. Melted butter is mixed with minced onions, sour cream, and condensed cream of chicken soup to create a creamy sauce that binds the potatoes. This sauce is poured over the potatoes evenly. The top is then covered with shredded cheddar or Colby cheese, which melts into a flavorful layer during baking.
Baked at 350°F for about 45 minutes, the casserole heats through thoroughly, and the cheese softens and begins to melt without browning heavily. The finished dish offers soft, tender potatoes enveloped in a creamy, savory sauce, balanced by the sharpness and richness of cheddar cheese.
This casserole complements many main dishes and can be prepared ahead for convenience. Properly thawing and drying hashbrowns before use enhance texture by preventing excess moisture. Using room temperature sour cream promotes smoother mixing of the sauce. Freshly grated cheese yields better melting and texture compared to pre-shredded varieties.
Ingredients
- Non-stick cooking spray
- 2 pounds hashbrowns
- salt
- black pepper
- 4 ounces butter
- 1/2 cup onion minced
- 8 ounces sour cream
- 10.75 ounces cream of chicken soup condensed
- 2 cups cheddar cheese or Colby cheese, shredded
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F.
- Grease a 9 x 13-inch baking pan.
- Spread the hashbrown potatoes in the pan. Season with salt and pepper.
- Melt the butter in a medium bowl in the microwave.
- Add the onions, sour cream, and soup to the melted butter and mix together.
- Pour the soup mixture over the potatoes.
- Sprinkle the cheese on top.
- Bake for 45 minutes, or until all is completely warm and the cheese begins to melt.
Notes
- Thaw and dry hashbrowns thoroughly before assembling to improve the casserole's texture.
- Use room temperature sour cream for easier mixing and a smoother sauce consistency.
- Freshly grated cheddar cheese melts more evenly than pre-shredded cheese.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 10Serving
Amount Per Serving
Calories 321 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 321kcal | 16% |
| Carbohydrates | 19g | 6% |
| Protein | 8g | 16% |
| Fat | 23g | 35% |
| Saturated Fat | 13g | 65% |
| Cholesterol | 62mg | 21% |
| Sodium | 473mg | 20% |
| Potassium | 339mg | 7% |
| Fiber | 1g | 4% |
| Sugar | 1g | 2% |
| Vitamin A | 705IU | 14% |
| Vitamin C | 8.3mg | 9% |
| Calcium | 206mg | 21% |
| Iron | 1.4mg | 8% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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Overall Rating
4.9
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