Cheesy Hashbrown Casserole Recipe

Cooking Directions

• STEP 1.Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9x13-inch baking dish.
• STEP 2.In a large bowl, combine the shredded hash browns, melted butter, salt, and pepper. Mix well.
• STEP 3.Spread the hash brown mixture evenly in the greased baking dish.
• STEP 4.In a separate bowl, whisk together the melted butter, flour, milk, sour cream, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper to make the cheese sauce.
• STEP 5.Pour the cheese sauce over the hash browns in the baking dish.
• STEP 6.In a small bowl, combine the breadcrumbs and melted butter to make the breadcrumb topping. Sprinkle the breadcrumb mixture over the cheese sauce.
• STEP 7.Bake the casserole in the preheated oven for 45-50 minutes, or until the top is golden brown and the casserole is bubbly.
• STEP 8.Remove from the oven and let it cool for a few minutes before serving.
• STEP 9.Serve the Cheesy Hashbrown Casserole as a side dish or as a main course. It pairs well with breakfast items like eggs and bacon, or can be enjoyed on its own.
• STEP 10.Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Reheat in the oven or microwave before serving.

Cooking Tips

• For extra flavor, you can add diced onions or bell peppers to the hash brown mixture.
• If you prefer a crispy topping, broil the casserole for a few minutes at the end of the baking time.
• Feel free to customize the cheese sauce by using different types of cheese, such as Monterey Jack or Swiss.
• To make this dish vegetarian-friendly, use vegetable broth instead of chicken broth in the cheese sauce.
• If you want to make this casserole ahead of time, you can assemble it up to a day in advance and refrigerate. Just bake it when ready to serve.

Storage and Serving

• Serve the Cheesy Hashbrown Casserole hot or warm.
• Garnish with chopped fresh parsley or green onions for added freshness.
• This casserole is great for potlucks, brunches, or holiday gatherings.
• Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
• Reheat in the oven at 350°F (175°C) for about 15-20 minutes, or in the microwave for 2-3 minutes.