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Crispy Summer Potluck Funeral Potatoes Easy Cheddar Cornflake Recipe

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A comforting and crowd-pleasing casserole featuring creamy potatoes with a crispy cheddar cornflake topping, perfect for summer potlucks and casual dinners.

Ingredients

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  • 30 oz (850 g) frozen shredded hash browns, thawed slightly
  • 2 cups (200 g) sharp cheddar cheese, shredded
  • 10.5 oz (300 g) cream of chicken soup
  • 1 cup (240 ml) sour cream
  • 1/2 cup (115 g) butter, melted
  • 3 cups (90 g) cornflakes cereal, crushed
  • 1 tsp onion powder
  • 1/2 tsp garlic powder
  • Salt and black pepper to taste
  • Optional: 1/2 tsp smoked paprika

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. In a large bowl, combine thawed shredded hash browns, shredded sharp cheddar cheese, cream of chicken soup, sour cream, onion powder, garlic powder, and salt and pepper to taste. Mix gently but thoroughly until evenly coated, avoiding overmixing.
  3. Spread the potato mixture evenly into a 9×13-inch casserole dish. Pat down lightly to even out the surface without compressing too much.
  4. In a separate bowl, combine crushed cornflakes with melted butter and optional smoked paprika. Stir until the flakes are evenly coated.
  5. Sprinkle the cheddar cornflake topping evenly over the potato mixture, covering every corner.
  6. Bake uncovered for 45-50 minutes until the casserole is bubbling around the edges and the topping is golden brown. If it browns too fast, loosely cover with foil halfway through baking.
  7. Let the casserole rest for 5 minutes before serving to help it set and make it easier to cut.

Notes

Do not overmix the potato mixture to keep it fluffy. Use sharp cheddar for best flavor. Coat cornflakes well with melted butter to ensure a crispy topping. If topping browns too quickly, tent with foil. Let casserole rest before serving. For gluten-free, use certified gluten-free cornflakes or crackers. For vegetarian, swap cream of chicken soup with cream of mushroom or celery soup. Reheat under broiler briefly to refresh topping crispiness.

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Keywords: funeral potatoes, casserole, cheddar cornflake topping, summer potluck, comfort food, crispy potatoes

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