Funeral Potatoes
Funeral Potatoes, a rich and comforting casserole dish, is a staple in many households, particularly in the western United States, often associated with Mormon culture and potluck gatherings. Its name comes from its tradition of being served at post-funeral luncheons, especially in Utah and surrounding states.
Servings 4
Calories 410kcal
Ingredients
- 6 cups frozen hash brown potatoes shredded or diced
- 2 cups sour cream
- 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
- 1 can 10.5 oz cream of chicken soup
- ½ cup melted butter
- ½ cup finely chopped onions
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp salt
- 1 tsp black pepper
- 2 cups cornflakes or potato chips, crushed
- ¼ cup melted butter for topping
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9x13-inch casserole dish to prevent sticking.
- In a large bowl, mix together the sour cream, cheddar cheese, cream of chicken soup, melted butter, onions, garlic powder, salt, and pepper.
- Stir the frozen hash browns into the mixture until everything is well combined. Make sure the potatoes are evenly coated with the mixture.
- Spread the potato mixture evenly in the prepared casserole dish.
- In a separate bowl, combine the crushed cornflakes or potato chips with ¼ cup of melted butter. Mix until the topping is coated in butter.
- Sprinkle the buttery cornflakes or chips evenly over the potato mixture to create a crispy topping.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 45 minutes or until the casserole is bubbling and the top is golden and crispy.
- Let the casserole rest for 10 minutes before serving to allow the flavors to meld and the dish to set.
Nutrition
Calories: 410kcal