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The Ultimate Cheesy Potato Casserole: A Comfort Food Classic

A close-up slice of creamy potato casserole topped with a golden, crunchy cornflake crust.
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Make this creamy, cheesy potato casserole, a true comfort food side dish perfect for family dinners, holidays, or potlucks. It is simple to prepare and always a crowd-pleaser.

Ingredients

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  • 6 cups frozen shredded hash browns, thawed
  • 1 can (10.5 ounces) cream of chicken soup
  • 1 can (10.5 ounces) cream of mushroom soup
  • 1 cup sour cream
  • 1 cup milk
  • 1 cup shredded sharp cheddar cheese, divided
  • 1/2 cup butter, melted
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1/2 cup crushed cornflakes (optional topping)

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 350 degrees Fahrenheit. Lightly grease a 9×13 inch baking dish.
  2. In a large bowl, combine the thawed hash browns, cream of chicken soup, cream of mushroom soup, sour cream, milk, 3/4 cup of the cheddar cheese, salt, and pepper. Mix gently until everything is just combined. Do not overmix.
  3. Spread the potato mixture evenly into the prepared baking dish.
  4. In a small bowl, mix the melted butter with the crushed cornflakes, if using. Sprinkle this mixture evenly over the top of the potatoes.
  5. Bake for 45 minutes.
  6. Remove the casserole from the oven. Sprinkle the remaining 1/4 cup of cheddar cheese over the top.
  7. Return to the oven and bake for an additional 10 to 15 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and the topping is golden brown.
  8. Let the potato casserole rest for 5 minutes before serving warm.

Notes

  • You can make this easy potato side dish ahead of time. Cover the unbaked casserole and refrigerate for up to 24 hours. Add 10 to 15 minutes to the initial baking time if baking directly from the refrigerator.
  • For a richer flavor, substitute the cream of chicken and cream of mushroom soups with two cans of cream of celery soup.
  • This recipe is a great potluck favorite because it holds its heat well.

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