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French Onion Funeral Potatoes

French Onion Funeral Potatoes

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French Onion Funeral Potatoes are the ultimate comfort food, combining creamy, cheesy hash browns with a homemade crispy onion topping. This delightful casserole is perfect for family gatherings or cozy weeknight dinners, inviting everyone to dive into layers of flavor and satisfaction. With its rich taste and appealing crunch, this dish is sure to become a staple in your home. Easy to prepare and make-ahead friendly, these French Onion Funeral Potatoes will leave your guests dreaming about their next helping.

Ingredients

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  • 32 ounces frozen cubed hash browns (thawed)
  • 1/4 cup unsalted butter (melted)
  • 2 cups sharp cheddar cheese (shredded)
  • 1 ½ cups sour cream
  • 1 small yellow onion (diced)
  • 2 teaspoons garlic (minced)
  • 1/2 cup chicken broth
  • 2 large yellow onions (for topping)
  • 1 teaspoon kosher salt
  • ½ teaspoon black pepper
  • ½ teaspoon cayenne pepper
  • ½ teaspoon dried mustard
  • ½ cup whole milk (room temperature)

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F.
  2. In a large bowl, mix thawed hash browns, melted butter, cheddar cheese, sour cream, diced onion, minced garlic, chicken broth, salt, black pepper, and cayenne pepper until well combined.
  3. Pour mixture into a greased 9×13-inch baking dish.
  4. For the topping, heat vegetable oil in a pan; fry onion layers until golden brown and crispy.
  5. Bake casserole for about 50 minutes until bubbly and golden on top.

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