Delicious Potato Dishes Every Home Cook Should Know
This classic Grandma’s Potatoes recipe is a creamy, cheesy baked casserole packed with nostalgic flavor. Perfect for family gatherings, holiday meals, or potlucks, this dish is comforting, easy to make, and always a crowd-pleaser.
- Prep Time: 10mins
- Cook Time: 45mins
- Total Time: 55 minutes
- Yield: 8 servings 1x
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
1 (30 oz) bag frozen shredded hash brown potatoes, thawed
2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
1 cup sour cream
1 can (10.5 oz) condensed cream of chicken soup
1/2 cup melted butter
1/2 cup chopped yellow onion (optional)
Salt and pepper, to taste
2 cups crushed cornflakes (optional topping)
2 tablespoons melted butter (for topping)
1/2 cup cooked turkey bacon bits (optional)
Instructions
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Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
Grease a 9×13-inch baking dish and set aside. -
In a large bowl, combine the thawed hash browns, shredded cheddar cheese, sour cream, cream of chicken soup, melted butter, onion (if using), salt, pepper, and turkey bacon bits.
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Mix well until all ingredients are fully incorporated.
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Spread the mixture evenly into the prepared baking dish.
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For topping (optional):
In a small bowl, mix crushed cornflakes with 2 tablespoons of melted butter. Sprinkle evenly over the potato mixture. -
Bake uncovered for 45–50 minutes or until hot and bubbly. The top should be golden brown and crisp.
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Let rest for 10 minutes before serving.
Notes
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You can substitute Greek yogurt for sour cream for a healthier twist.
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Use gluten-free condensed soup and cornflakes for a gluten-free version.
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For extra richness, mix in a handful of Monterey Jack or Colby cheese.
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Dish can be made a day ahead and refrigerated before baking.