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Funeral Potatoes

Funeral Potatoes Recipe

This Funeral Potatoes recipe is a creamy, cheesy casserole that delivers comfort and flavor in every bite. It combines simple pantry ingredients with minimal prep, making it perfect for busy days or large gatherings.
Whether served as a side or a main dish, it is a dependable recipe that consistently turns out delicious.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 50 minutes
Total Time 1 hour
Servings: 8
Calories: 439
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 2 cups sharp cheddar cheese freshly shredded
  • 1½ cups sour cream
  • 1 10.5 ounce can cream of chicken soup
  • 8 tablespoons butter melted and divided
  • ½ white onion finely diced
  • 1 teaspoon garlic salt
  • 1 teaspoon onion powder
  • ½ teaspoon ground black pepper
  • 1 26-ounce bag frozen shredded potatoes, thawed
  • 2 cups cornflakes

Equipment

  • Large mixing bowl
  • 9×13-inch casserole dish or oven-safe skillet
  • Mixing spoon or spatula
  • Oven

Method
 

  1. Preheat the oven to 350°F and lightly grease a casserole dish or oven-safe skillet.
  2. In a large bowl, stir together the shredded cheese, sour cream, cream of chicken soup, half of the melted butter, diced onion, garlic salt, onion powder, and black pepper until well combined.
  3. Gently fold in the thawed and drained hash browns, mixing just until everything is evenly coated without overworking the potatoes.
  4. Spread the mixture evenly into the prepared baking dish and smooth out the top.
  5. In a separate bowl, mix the remaining melted butter with the cornflakes until coated, then sprinkle the mixture evenly over the potatoes.
  6. Place the dish in the oven and bake uncovered until the casserole is bubbling around the edges and the topping is golden brown, rotating the pan halfway through for even cooking.
  7. Remove from the oven and let the casserole rest briefly before serving to allow it to set slightly.

Notes

This dish is a perfect example of how simple ingredients can come together to create something truly comforting and memorable.
With its rich, creamy base and crispy topping, it offers both flavor and texture in every bite.
It’s the kind of recipe that quickly becomes a favorite and is often requested again and again.