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Kyle & Mistie Knight
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Funeral Potatoes

Cultural Context

Funeral Potatoes, a beloved dish in American cuisine, particularly in the West, is often served at gatherings such as potlucks and funerals. This comforting casserole, made with simple ingredients like potatoes, cheese, and creamy soup, reflects the tradition of providing hearty meals during times of loss. Today, it has transcended its somber origins and is a popular choice at celebrations and family dinners alike, enjoyed for its rich flavors and satisfying texture.

AmericanNZside
60 min
easy
8 servings
Servings4
2 pounds frozen hash brown potatoes
light sour cream
1 can cream of chicken soup
garlic powder
salt
pepper
cheese
cornflakes
butter

sour cream

🥗Healthier: Greek yogurt

💰Cheaper: plain yogurt

Greek yogurt reduces calories while maintaining creaminess.

cream of chicken soup

🥗Healthier: homemade chicken broth

💰Cheaper: cream of mushroom soup

Homemade broth is lower in sodium and preservatives.

cheddar cheese

🥗Healthier: reduced-fat cheese

💰Cheaper: processed cheese

Reduced-fat cheese lowers calories while still melting well.

cornflakes

🥗Healthier: panko breadcrumbs

💰Cheaper: generic cereal

Panko adds crunch without the sugar of sweetened cereals.

1

Take a whole 2-pound bag of frozen hash brown potatoes and fill the pan.

2

Add some light sour cream to the potatoes.

3

Add 1 can of cream of chicken soup.

4

Sprinkle in some garlic powder, salt, and pepper (not too much salt because of the soup).

5

Mix everything together until the sour cream, soup, and seasonings are combined with the potatoes.

6

Add some cheese and mix it up so everything is combined.

7

Smash the mixture down to fill the bottom of the pan nicely.

8

Top the mixture with cornflakes, pressing them down with your hand to ensure they stick.

9

Slice some butter into thin slices and place them across the top of the cornflakes.

10

Bake at 350 degrees for about 20-30 minutes, or at a higher temperature for a crispier top.

Cooking Techniques

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Allergens

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Also Known As

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