Walt’s Hash Browns Potatoes Recipe 🥔
Description: This delightful side dish combines the perfect balance of crunchiness on the top and creaminess in the center, making it a beloved addition to any meal. With its winning history at county fairs and its much-requested status within families, these hash browns are sure to become a staple at your table. Whether it’s a holiday feast or a weeknight dinner, these hash browns never fail to impress with their simple yet irresistible flavor.
Cook Time: 1 hour
Prep Time: 10 minutes
Total Time: 1 hour 10 minutes
Recipe Category: Potato
Keywords: Vegetable, Kid Friendly, Weeknight, Oven, < 4 Hours, Easy
Nutritional Information (per serving):
- Calories: 232.7
- Fat Content: 18.4g
- Saturated Fat Content: 4.5g
- Cholesterol Content: 12.4mg
- Sodium Content: 501.7mg
- Carbohydrate Content: 14.4g
- Fiber Content: 1.1g
- Sugar Content: 1g
- Protein Content: 3.1g
Ingredients:
- 6 tablespoons margarine
- 1 package (about 30 ounces) frozen hash brown potatoes
- 1 can (12 ounces) evaporated milk
- 1/4 cup crispy fried onion rings (optional, for topping)
Instructions:
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Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 1½ quart casserole dish with cooking spray or butter to prevent sticking.
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Mix Ingredients: In a large mixing bowl, combine the frozen hash brown potatoes, evaporated milk, and melted margarine. Stir until well combined, ensuring all the potatoes are coated evenly.
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Transfer to Casserole Dish: Pour the potato mixture into the prepared casserole dish, spreading it out evenly with a spatula.
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Top with Onion Rings: If using crispy fried onion rings for extra flavor and texture, break up the remaining 1/4 cup and sprinkle them over the top of the potato mixture.
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Bake Covered: Cover the casserole dish with aluminum foil or a lid and bake in the preheated oven for 45 minutes. This allows the potatoes to cook through and become tender.
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Bake Uncovered: After 45 minutes, remove the foil or lid from the casserole dish and continue baking for an additional 15 minutes. This step allows the top of the hash browns to become beautifully golden brown and crispy.
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Serve and Enjoy: Once baked to perfection, remove the hash browns from the oven and let them cool for a few minutes before serving. Garnish with a sprig of fresh parsley for an extra touch of color and flavor, then place it proudly on the table for everyone to enjoy!
These hash browns make a fantastic side dish for any occasion, whether it’s a holiday feast or a simple weeknight dinner. Their irresistible combination of textures and flavors will have both kids and adults coming back for seconds!
