Description
This comforting French Onion Funeral Potatoes recipe combines crispy golden hash browns with a creamy cheesy base and a delicious topping of caramelized, crispy French onions. Perfect as a hearty side dish for gatherings, it delivers rich flavors and satisfying textures in every bite.
Ingredients
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Potato Mixture
- 32 ounces frozen cubed hash browns (thawed)
- ¼ cup unsalted butter (melted)
- 2 cups sharp cheddar cheese (shredded)
- 1 ½ cups sour cream
- 1 small yellow onion (diced)
- 2 teaspoons garlic (minced)
- ½ cup chicken broth
- ¼ cup all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
French Onion Topping
- 4 large yellow onions (thinly sliced)
- 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
- 1 teaspoon kosher salt
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat the oven to 350°F and spray a 9×13-inch baking dish with nonstick spray to prepare for baking.
- Combine Potato Mixture: In a large mixing bowl, add the thawed hash browns, melted butter, shredded cheddar cheese, sour cream, diced onion, minced garlic, flour, chicken broth, salt, and black pepper. Mix thoroughly until all ingredients are evenly combined.
- Transfer to Baking Dish: Pour the potato mixture into the prepared baking dish and spread it out evenly to create an even layer for baking.
- Cook French Onions: Heat vegetable oil in a skillet over medium heat. Add the thinly sliced onions along with kosher salt and cook, stirring occasionally, until the onions are golden brown and crispy, about 15 minutes. This step adds a deep, rich flavor and texture to the topping.
- Top and Bake: Sprinkle the crispy French onions evenly over the potato mixture. Place the dish in the preheated oven and bake for approximately 50 minutes or until the casserole is bubbling and the top is golden brown.
Notes
- Make sure the hash browns are fully thawed before mixing to ensure even cooking.
- For a vegetarian version, substitute chicken broth with vegetable broth.
- If you prefer extra crispy topping, you can broil the French onions on top for 2-3 minutes after baking.
- Use sharp cheddar cheese for a more pronounced cheese flavor.
- Leftovers can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 3 days and reheated in the oven to retain crispiness.
