Funeral Potatoes (a.k.a. Celebration Casserole)
A beloved Midwestern comfort dish made with creamy hash browns, sharp cheddar, and a crispy fried onion topping. Perfect for potlucks, holidays, or any day you need a warm, satisfying bite. This version is slightly updated for extra flavor and flexibility.
Ingredients
- 2 lbs frozen shredded hash browns thawed and patted dry
- 1 can cream of chicken soup 10.5 oz
- 1 cup sour cream or full-fat Greek yogurt
- ½ cup unsalted butter melted
- 2 cups sharp cheddar cheese shredded, divided
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp onion powder or ½ cup chopped onion
- ½ tsp kosher salt
- ¼ tsp black pepper
- 1½ cups crispy fried onions
- fresh chives or parsley optional, for garnish
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F. Grease a 9x13-inch baking dish.
- In a large bowl, mix soup, sour cream (or yogurt), melted butter, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper until smooth.
- Stir in 1 cup of cheddar cheese, then fold in the hash browns until evenly coated.
- Transfer mixture to prepared baking dish and smooth the top.
- Sprinkle remaining cheddar cheese over the surface. Top with crispy fried onions.
- Bake uncovered for 30–35 minutes, until bubbling and golden. Tent with foil if onions brown too quickly.
- Let rest for 10 minutes before serving for best texture and flavor.
Notes
Add crumbled bacon or chopped jalapeños for extra flavor. Can be assembled a day ahead—just add onions before baking.
Nutrition
Calories: 420kcal
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