Hashbrown Casserole

Name: Hashbrown Casserole
Prep time: 25 min
Cook time: 55 min
Total time: 1 h 20 min
Cuisine: American
Ingredients: 30-32 oz frozen shredded hash browns (defrosted, patted dry); 6 tablespoons unsalted butter (may sub half olive oil); 1/3 cup all-purpose flour; 2 cups milk; 2 cups low sodium chicken broth; 1 tablespoon cornstarch; 1 1/2 teaspoons Dijon mustard; 1 1/2 teaspoons Worcestershire sauce; 2 tablespoons chopped fresh chives (or 2 tsps dried); 2 tsp EACH chicken bouillon, dried parsley; 1 1/2 teaspoons salt; 1 tsp EACH onion powder, garlic powder; 1/2 teaspoon pepper; 2 cups freshly shredded sharp cheddar cheese; 3 oz. (1 packed cup) freshly shredded Gruyere cheese ((may sub 1/2 cup Parm)); 1 cup sour cream; 1 cup freshly shredded sharp cheddar cheese; 3 tablespoons unsalted butter (melted ); 1 sleeve Ritz crackers (crushed )

Instructions

Prep:25minCook:55min

This Hashbrown Casserole is the BEST ever with no canned soups or mayo but SO mega creamy, decadently delicious and the most comforting side did EVER! It is always a massive hit whether for casual family dinners, company dinners, potlucks, or holiday dinners such as Easter and Christmas; it’s also a crowd pleaser for breakfast or brunch! This Hash Brown Casserole recipe is made with tender hash browns enveloped in the most flavorful rich, creamy cheese sauce spiked with melty Gruyere and cheddar all topped with buttery cracker crumbs or crispy corn flakes. This cheesy Hashbrown Casserole is a quick and easy and you can prep it entirely ahead of time, refrigerate, then bake until warm and bubbly at dinner time OR freeze for later! You can make the recipe as written or customize it with all sort of add-ins such as ham, bacon, sausage, veggies, etc. – the possibilities are wildly endless – and so is its deliciousness.

Updated at: Thu, 05 Oct 2023 08:24:14 GMT