Grandma's Hash Brown Casserole

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This hashbrown casserole is absolutely the best hash brown dish I've ever had. It's my friend's grandma's recipe. Kentucky grandmas sure know how to cook!

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A person taking a scoop of Grandma's hash brown casserole from a pan.
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Prep Time:
10 mins
Cook Time:
1 hr
Total Time:
1 hr 10 mins
Servings:
12
Yield:
1 (9x13-inch) casserole

This hashbrown casserole recipe is a comfort food favorite that never goes out of style.

Hashbrown Casserole Ingredients

These are the ingredients you’ll need to make this old-fashioned hashbrown casserole recipe: 

  • Frozen hash browns: This easy recipe starts with a package of (thawed) frozen hash brown potatoes. 
  • Canned soup: A can of condensed cream of chicken soup adds creaminess and flavor. 
  • Cheddar: Use pre-shredded Cheddar cheese or shred your own cheese from the block. 
  • Sour cream: An 8-ounce container of sour cream adds richness and tangy flavor. 
  • Butter: Mix a stick of melted butter into the casserole and drizzle the casserole with another stick of melted butter. 
  • Onion: You’ll need ½ cup of chopped onion. 
  • Seasonings: Season the hashbrown casserole with salt and ground black pepper. 
  • Cornflakes: A cup of crushed cornflakes is the perfect crunchy topping. 

How to Make Hashbrown Casserole

You’ll find the full, step-by-step recipe below — but here’s a brief overview of what you can expect when you make Grandma’s hash brown casserole: 

  1. Mix the hash browns, Cheddar, soup, sour cream, a stick of melted butter, onion, and seasonings together. 
  2. Transfer to a baking dish, sprinkle with cornflakes, and drizzle with butter. 
  3. Bake in the preheated oven until the sauce is bubbly and the top is golden brown.

How to Store Hashbrown Casserole

Store your leftover hashbrown casserole in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to four days. 

Can You Freeze Hashbrown Casserole? 

Yes, you can freeze this hash brown casserole (baked or unbaked) for up to three months. Thaw in the refrigerator overnight. 

Allrecipes Community Tips and Praise

“I made this for a large gathering,” says Frenchie. “It was easy, inexpensive and tastes great. I used crushed saltine crackers instead of cornflakes. I also added more cheese.”

“Very good! Rich texture and buttery cheesy goodness,” lsegura316. “What’s not to like? Simple to make and it’s a great side with just about everything!”

"This is comfort food to the max!" raves Happyschmoopies. "This hearty potato casserole would be perfect with roasted chicken or ham. I would recommend when you reheat it using the oven to crisp up the top."

Editorial contributions by Corey Williams

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Ingredients

Original recipe (1X) yields 12 servings

  • 1 (2 pound) package frozen hash brown potatoes, thawed

  • 1 (10.5 ounce) can condensed cream of chicken soup

  • 2 cups shredded Cheddar cheese

  • 1 (8 ounce) container sour cream

  • 1 cup butter, melted, divided

  • ½ cup chopped onion

  • ½ teaspoon salt

  • ½ teaspoon ground black pepper

  • 1 cup crushed cornflakes

Directions

  1. Gather all ingredients. Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).

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  2. Mix hash browns, Cheddar cheese, condensed soup, sour cream, ½ of the melted butter, onion, salt, and pepper in a bowl. Transfer mixture to a 9x13-inch baking dish.

    Hash brown mixture in a casserole dish.

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  3. Sprinkle cornflakes on top, then drizzle with remaining melted butter.

    Unbaked hash brown casserole in a baking dish.

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  4. Bake in the preheated oven until sauce is bubbly and top is golden brown, 1 to 1 ½ hours.

    Grandma's hash brown casserole.

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  5. Serve and enjoy!

    A person taking a scoop of Grandma's hash brown casserole from a pan.

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Recipe Tip

Crushed buttery round crackers (such as Ritz) or potato chips can be used instead of cornflakes.

Nutrition Facts (per serving)

338 Calories
32g Fat
17g Carbs
8g Protein
Nutrition Facts
Servings Per Recipe 12
Calories 338
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 32g 41%
Saturated Fat 18g 92%
Cholesterol 71mg 24%
Sodium 523mg 23%
Total Carbohydrate 17g 6%
Dietary Fiber 1g 4%
Total Sugars 1g
Protein 8g 15%
Vitamin C 8mg 8%
Calcium 173mg 13%
Iron 1mg 6%
Potassium 413mg 9%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

** Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.

(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.