Company Potatoes Recipe 🥔
Description: This is a fantastic dish that’s perfect for doubling up for large gatherings or potlucks. It offers a delightful twist from traditional mashed potatoes, adding a burst of flavor to your table.
- Cook Time: 1 hour
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour 15 minutes
- Servings: Depends on your appetite! 🍽️
Ingredients:
- 1 package (30 ounces) frozen hash browns
- 1 cup sour cream
- 8 ounces shredded cheddar cheese
- 1/4 cup margarine
- 1 stick butter
- 1 medium onion, finely chopped
- 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon salt
Instructions:
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Preheat Oven: Begin by preheating your oven to 350 degrees Fahrenheit (175 degrees Celsius). 🌡️
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Mix Ingredients: In a large mixing bowl, combine all ingredients except for the cornflakes (or crackers) and the 1/2 stick of melted butter. Stir until everything is evenly mixed and well incorporated. 🥣
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Prepare Pan: Grease a 9×13 inch baking pan with cooking spray or a thin layer of butter to prevent sticking.
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Layer Ingredients: Transfer the mixed ingredients into the prepared baking pan, spreading them out evenly.
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Crunchy Topping: Just before baking, take the cornflakes or crackers and mix them with the melted butter. Sprinkle this mixture evenly over the top of the potato mixture in the pan. This adds a delightful crunch to the dish when baked! 🌟
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Bake: Place the pan in the preheated oven and bake for approximately 1 hour, or until the top is golden brown and the edges are bubbly.
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Serve: Once baked to perfection, remove from the oven and let it cool for a few minutes before serving. This dish pairs perfectly with any main course or as a standalone snack. Enjoy the creamy, cheesy goodness of Company Potatoes! 😋
Nutritional Information (Per Serving):
- Calories: 946.1
- Fat: 68.6g
- Saturated Fat: 24.5g
- Cholesterol: 83.6mg
- Sodium: 1808.8mg
- Carbohydrates: 66.7g
- Fiber: 5.5g
- Sugar: 7g
- Protein: 17.6g
Tips:
- Feel free to customize this recipe to your liking by adding extra ingredients such as diced ham, bacon bits, or chopped green onions.
- If you’re short on time, you can use pre-shredded hash browns to save on prep time.
- For a vegetarian option, you can omit the bacon bits or substitute them with vegetarian-friendly alternatives.
- Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Simply reheat in the oven or microwave before serving.
Keywords:
Vegetable, Potluck, Weeknight, < 4 Hours, Easy
Enjoy making and sharing this delightful Company Potatoes dish with your friends and family! 😊🥔✨