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Cheesy Potato Casserole

Cheesy Potato Casserole

The ultimate comfort food, Cheesy Potato Casserole is creamy, rich, and topped with a delightful crunch. This easy weeknight dinner is perfect for family gatherings or cozy nights in. With every bite, you'll indulge in cheesy goodness that everyone will love. Make it tonight and experience the warmth!
Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour 30 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 35 minutes
Servings: 12 servings
Course: Dinner, Side Dishes
Cuisine: American
Calories: 350

Ingredients
  

  • ¾ cup Chicken Broth
  • ¼ teaspoon Onion Powder
  • teaspoon Garlic Powder
  • teaspoon Poultry Seasoning
  • 1 pinch Parsley
  • 1 pinch Paprika
  • Salt and Freshly Ground Black Pepper
  • ½ cup Milk
  • ¼ cup All-Purpose Flour
  • 1 package (30 ounces) Frozen Hash Browns Thawed
  • 1 cup Sour Cream
  • 2 cups Shredded Cheddar Cheese
  • Salt and Freshly Ground Black Pepper
  • 3 cups Corn Flakes Crushed
  • ¼ cup Butter Melted
  • 1 Minced Fresh Parsley For garnish, optional

Equipment

  • Saucepan
  • Oven
  • Baking Sheet
  • Frying Pan
  • Wooden Spoon
  • Whisk
  • Mixing Bowl

Method
 

  1. In a 1 1/2-quart saucepan, combine chicken broth, onion powder, garlic powder, poultry seasoning, parsley, paprika, and salt and pepper to taste. Bring to a simmer.
  2. Whisk together milk and flour until smooth. Pour into saucepan, whisking continuously, until the mixture bubbles and thickens, about 1 minute. Remove from heat.
  3. Adjust an oven rack to the middle position and preheat the oven to 350 degrees. Coat a 9-inch by 13-inch baking dish with nonstick spray.
  4. In a large bowl, add sour cream, hash browns, cheddar cheese, and salt and pepper to taste. Stir to combine, then pour into prepared baking dish.
  5. Bake uncovered for 1 hour, then remove from oven. Melt butter in the microwave. Add corn flakes. Drizzle with melted butter, then spread over the top of the casserole in an even layer.
  6. Bake uncovered 20 minutes longer, then garnish with parsley if desired.

Notes

  • Cream of chicken soup: 1 can of condensed cream of chicken soup may be substituted for the homemade version in this recipe.
  • Yield: This recipe serves at least 12, more if you have a bountiful buffet.
  • Storage: Store leftovers covered in the refrigerator for up to 4 days.
  • Make ahead: Assemble the casserole through step 2, cover, and refrigerate up to 24 hours in advance.
  • Freezer: Assemble the casserole through step 2, cover, and freeze up to 2 months. Thaw overnight in the refrigerator before proceeding with baking.