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French Onion Funeral Potatoes

French Onion Funeral Potatoes
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French Onion Funeral Potatoes is a comforting, creamy, and cheesy casserole blending crispy hash browns with rich cheddar cheese and a savory French onion soup mix. This crowd-pleasing side dish is perfect for family dinners, potlucks, and holiday gatherings, delivering a warm and satisfying flavor with a crispy, golden topping.

Ingredients

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Potato Base

  • 4 cups frozen hash browns, thawed

Wet Ingredients

  • 1 can (10.5 oz) cream of mushroom soup
  • 1 cup sour cream

Seasonings and Cheese

  • 1 packet (1 oz) French onion soup mix
  • 2 cups shredded sharp cheddar cheese

Topping

  • 1 ½ cups crispy fried onions
  • 3 tablespoons butter, cut into small pieces

Instructions

  1. Prepare the potatoes and mix: Thaw the frozen hash browns if needed. In a large bowl, combine the hash browns with cream of mushroom soup, sour cream, French onion soup mix, and shredded cheddar cheese. Stir until everything is evenly mixed and creamy.
  2. Assemble the casserole: Grease a baking dish with butter or nonstick spray, then spread the potato mixture evenly inside to ensure uniform cooking.
  3. Add the crispy topping: Generously sprinkle crispy fried onions on top of the potato mixture. Dot with small pieces of butter to encourage browning and crispiness.
  4. Bake to perfection: Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and bake the casserole for about 45 minutes or until it is bubbly and golden brown on top.
  5. Let it rest and serve: Remove from the oven and let the dish rest for 5-10 minutes to set up, making it easier to scoop and enhancing the flavors before serving.

Notes

  • Use thawed potatoes to prevent excess water and sogginess.
  • Don’t skip the sour cream as it adds tang and richness balancing the flavors.
  • For a cheesier crust, sprinkle extra shredded cheddar cheese before adding fried onions.
  • Adjust the amount of French onion soup mix for saltiness based on taste.
  • Prepare the casserole a day ahead and refrigerate for hassle-free entertaining.

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