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cheddar cheese

🥗Healthier: reduced-fat cheese

💰Cheaper: colby jack cheese

Reduced-fat cheese lowers calories while maintaining flavor.

sour cream

🥗Healthier: Greek yogurt

💰Cheaper: plain yogurt

Greek yogurt adds creaminess with fewer calories.

bacon

🥗Healthier: turkey bacon

💰Cheaper: smoked sausage

Turkey bacon is lower in fat, while smoked sausage adds flavor.

fresh herbs

🥗Healthier: dried herbs

💰Cheaper: frozen herbs

Dried herbs are more shelf-stable, while frozen herbs provide convenience.

Preheat oven to 375°F.

In a large bowl, combine 1 can of cream of bacon, 1 cup of sour cream, and 1 stick of melted butter. Whisk until well incorporated.

Add 2 pounds of frozen hash browns to the mixture and mix well.

Stir in 8 ounces of shredded cheddar cheese and 1/2 cup of diced onions (optional).

Spray a 9x13 baking dish with cooking spray and transfer the mixture into the dish.

Top with crushed Cheez-Its and drizzle with melted butter.

Bake in the preheated oven for 45 minutes.

Cooking Techniques

Equipment Needed

Spice Level:

Allergens