cheesy hashbrown potatoes
Cheesy hashbrown potatoes are a comforting side dish featuring crispy shredded potatoes mixed with cheese and baked to perfection. This dish is perfect for brunch, dinner, or as a side for any meal.
Equipment
- 1 large mixing bowl
- 1 baking dish (9x13 inches)
- 1 grater or food processor
- 1 spoon or spatula
- 1 oven
Ingredients
- 4 cups frozen shredded hashbrowns About 1 pound.
- 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
- 1 cup sour cream
- 1 small onion, finely chopped
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/4 cup melted butter
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the frozen shredded hashbrowns, cheddar cheese, sour cream, chopped onion, garlic powder, salt, black pepper, and melted butter. Mix thoroughly until all ingredients are well combined.
- Transfer the mixture into a greased 9x13-inch baking dish, spreading it out evenly.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 30-45 minutes, or until the top is golden brown and bubbly.
- Remove from the oven and let it cool for a few minutes before serving.
- Optionally, add an extra cup of cheese on top before baking for a cheesier dish.
- For extra spice, add diced jalapeños or red pepper flakes.
- If preparing ahead of time, store in the refrigerator before baking and adjust the cooking time as necessary.
Notes
To make this dish even cheesier, you can add an extra cup of cheese on top before baking.
If you prefer a bit of spice, consider adding diced jalapeños or red pepper flakes.
This dish can be prepared ahead of time and stored in the refrigerator before baking. Just be sure to add a few extra minutes to the cooking time if baking from cold.