Creamy Cheesy Hashbrown Casserole (Printable Version)

Creamy cheesy hashbrown casserole with buttery crunchy topping. Perfect comfort food for gatherings and holidays.

# What You Need:

→ Main Casserole

01 - 32 oz bag frozen shredded hashbrowns, thawed
02 - 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
03 - 10.5 oz can condensed cream of chicken soup
04 - 1 cup sour cream
05 - 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
06 - 1/2 cup finely chopped yellow onion
07 - 1 teaspoon garlic powder
08 - 1/2 teaspoon salt
09 - 1/2 teaspoon black pepper

→ Topping

10 - 2 cups cornflakes, lightly crushed
11 - 1/4 cup unsalted butter, melted

# Directions:

01 - Preheat oven to 350°F. Grease a 9x13-inch baking dish with butter or cooking spray.
02 - In a large mixing bowl, combine thawed hashbrowns, shredded cheddar cheese, cream of chicken soup, sour cream, melted butter, chopped onion, garlic powder, salt, and black pepper. Mix until evenly incorporated.
03 - Spread the hashbrown mixture evenly into the prepared baking dish, pressing lightly to create an even layer.
04 - In a separate bowl, toss crushed cornflakes with melted butter until evenly coated.
05 - Sprinkle the buttered cornflakes evenly over the casserole. Bake uncovered for 40-45 minutes until the top is golden brown and the casserole is bubbly around the edges.
06 - Let the casserole rest for 5-10 minutes before serving to allow the layers to set for easier scooping.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • It transforms humble ingredients into something people literally beg you to bring to gatherings
  • The crunchy buttery topping against creamy potatoes is the kind of comfort food that silences a full table
02 -
  • Completely thaw hashbrowns in the refrigerator overnight or the center will remain icy while edges overcook
  • Press the cornflake topping gently onto the surface so it adheres rather than sitting loosely on top
03 -
  • Grating your own cheese instead of buying pre shredded creates a smoother creamier texture
  • Add diced ham or crumbled cooked bacon directly into the filling for a heartier main dish version

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