Copycat Hash Brown Dinner Casserole, Part 2

sour cream

🥗Healthier: Greek yogurt

💰Cheaper: buttermilk

Greek yogurt reduces calories while maintaining creaminess.

cream of chicken soup

🥗Healthier: homemade chicken broth

💰Cheaper: cream of mushroom soup

Homemade broth can be lower in sodium.

cheddar cheese

🥗Healthier: reduced-fat cheese

💰Cheaper: colby jack cheese

Colby jack is often less expensive and melts well.

butter

🥗Healthier: olive oil

💰Cheaper: margarine

Olive oil is a healthier fat option.

Take the casserole out of the oven.

Let it cool for a few minutes before tasting.

Cut the casserole and serve it in a communal bowl.

Add pepper on top if desired.

Taste the casserole and comment on its creaminess and crunchiness.

Discuss making the casserole for Christmas or Thanksgiving.

Mention that the casserole is good with ham.

Cooking Techniques

Spice Level:

Allergens