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Cheesy Hashbrown Casserole

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Cheesy Hashbrown Casserole is always a crowd pleaser. Hash brown potatoes are combined with cheddar cheese and sour cream to create a side dish that can easily steal the show at meal time. This easy Cracker Barrel inspired hashbrown casserole isn’t just mouthwateringly delicious, it’s also quick and easy to make. Move over main dish, this stand out side is sure to be everyone’s favorite!

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Hashbrown Casserole 

If you’ve ever had the famous Cracker Barrel Hashbrown Casserole, then you know what kind of goodness is in store! There is something so comforting about the combination of potatoes and cheese. Together these two tasty on their own items just move to a whole other level of deliciousness. 

When it comes to holiday menu planning, this cheesy hash brown potato casserole always makes this cut. Green beans, rolls and ham are all fantastic must haves, but a big scoop of this creamy side dish is always at the top of my list. 

A plate full of food with green beans, ham and hashbrown casserole

An Easy Side Dish

One of the reasons I always include this recipe in our holiday meals is that it’s incredibly quick and easy to make. Holiday meals can be hectic, so a simple to make dish like this that never disappoints on flavor, is a winner in my book. 

a plate of chessy cracker barrel hashbrown casserole

From Easter to Memorial Day, Thanksgiving to Christmas dinner, this is a dependable recipe that you can count on. It’s also a recipe your family is sure to enjoy. It’s rare for us to have leftovers, it’s just too popular at mealtime! 

While it makes a superstar holiday side dish, this easy recipe is on the menu year round at our home. We also enjoy this as a hashbrown breakfast casserole, and love to pair it with sausage, bacon or ham, either on the side or mixed in. 

a spoonful of hashbrown casserole

How To Make A Cheesy Hashbrown Casserole

Ingredients

Ingredients at a glance, full printable recipe found below.

  • Hash Browns
  • Cream of mushroom soup
  • Salted butter
  • Sour cream
  • Onion
  • Garlic
  • Salt
  • Pepper
  • Cheddar cheese

ingredients to make cheesy hashbrown casserole on a gingham background

Supplies

  • Large mixing bowl
  • 9×13 baking dish

a bowl of ingredients to make cheesy hash browns

Steps To Make Cracker Barrel Hashbrown Casserole

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees
  • Combine hash browns, mushroom soup, melted butter, sour cream, chopped onion, garlic, salt, pepper, and 2 cups of grated cheddar cheese in a large bowl, reserving one cup of cheddar cheese.

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  • Place the mixture in a greased 9×13 baking dish. Top with the remaining cup of cheddar cheese. 
  • Bake uncovered for 60 minutes or until hot and bubbly.

cheese being put on a potato casserole

A cheesy casserole on a table with food

Questions & Answers

How do you store this hashbrown breakfast casserole? 

You may store leftovers in the fridge for 3 or 4 days. It reheats well in the microwave.

Can I use cubed hashbrowns?

Yes, this will create a different, still enjoyable texture.

a spoonful of hashbrown breakfast casserole

Can I use fresh shredded potatoes?

Yes, fresh shredded will work really well.  Just make sure to shred them just before adding them to the other ingredients, otherwise, they will turn brown. 

Can I use a different kind of soup?

Yes, try cream of celery or cream of chicken. 

a serving of cracker barrel hashbrown casserole on a white plate

Does this cheesy hashbrown casserole freeze well?

Yes, you may freeze after assembling or after baking.  If baking from frozen, it is best to let it thaw in the fridge (approximately 24 hours) before baking according to the instructions above.  If it was previously baked, you may heat it at 350 degrees for 20 minutes or until heated through. 

The top of the hash brown casserole is getting dark but there is still baking time left. What can I do so it doesn’t burn? 

Just put tin foil over the casserole for the remaining bake time. 

an overhead photo of a hashbrown breakfast casserole

The top did not brown. Will it still be the same? 

If it did not brown you could turn on the broil setting for a few minutes at the end of the bake time but watch it closely or it will burn.  It really does taste better with the cheese browned. 

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Cheesy Hashbrown Casserole

Hash brown potatoes are combined with cheddar cheese and sour cream to create a side dish that can easily steal the show at meal time. Cracker Barrel inspired Cheesy Hashbrown Casserole.
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Course: Breakfast, Main Course
Cuisine: American
Keyword: poatoes
Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 1 hour
Total Time: 1 hour 15 minutes
Servings: 8 servings
Calories: 398kcal
Author: Christi Johnstone

Ingredients

  • 32 oz frozen shredded hashbrowns, thawed about 4 cups
  • 1 10oz can cream of mushroom soup
  • 1/4 cup salted butter, melted
  • 1 1/2 cups sour cream
  • 1 finely minced onion
  • 1/2 tsp minced garlic
  • 1/2 tsp salt
  • 1/4 tsp pepper
  • 3 cups grated cheddar cheese
  • chopped green onion optional garnish

Instructions

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees
  • Combine hash browns, mushroom soup, melted butter, sour cream, chopped onion, garlic, salt, pepper, and 2 cups of grated cheddar cheese in a large bowl, reserving one cup of cheddar cheese.
  • Place the mixture in a greased9x13 baking dish.  Top with the remaining cup of cheddar cheese. 
  • Bake uncovered for 60 minutes or until hot and bubbly. 

Nutrition

Calories: 398kcal | Carbohydrates: 22g | Protein: 14g | Fat: 29g | Saturated Fat: 18g | Trans Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 82mg | Sodium: 519mg | Potassium: 428mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 1g | Vitamin A: 871IU | Vitamin C: 10mg | Calcium: 366mg | Iron: 1mg
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About author Christi Johnstone of Love From The Oven

Christi is the baker, cook, blogger, food photographer, recipe developer and sprinkle lover behind Love From The Oven. As a busy mom, it's important to Christi that her recipes are family-friendly and picky eater approved. In addition to running Love From The Oven, Christi is the author of The My Little Pony Baking Book and Smart Cookie, and the co-author of Peeps-A-Licious.
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  1. Sam says

    April 1, 2021 at 8:10 am

    5 stars
    These were FABULOUS. So cheesy!

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