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This is the perfect recipe! Made this and it’s delicious
Melossa
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Can you really have too many potato recipes? My answer – no way! Potatoes are always a favorite for breakfast, lunch or dinner and I’m here for’em.
I’ve got one to add to your collection, and unlike many hashbrown casserole recipes that rely on canned cream soups, this one uses a simple homemade sauce made with milk, butter, and sour cream. My No Canned Soup Hashbrown Casserole recipe gives this dish a cleaner, fresher flavor and skips all those unnecessary preservatives or additives. So, what’s the result? Homemade cheesy potatoes that are over-the-top delicious.
Let’s cook!
Donya’s Tips: Use The Best Potatoes
- Frozen Hashbrowns—The easiest option is pre-shredded and ready to use. Make sure they are fully thawed before using.
- Fresh Potatoes – Shred them using a box grater or food processor, and pat them dry with paper towels to remove moisture.
- Refrigerated Hashbrowns – Most often sold in the grocery store’s refrigerated section and don’t require thawing, saving time.
Hey, potato lovers! Make my Air Fried Baked Potato, Scalloped Potatoes or Stuffed Baked Potatoes next.
Ingredients You’ll Need
- Hashbrowns – frozen, fresh, or refrigerated. Just make sure frozen ones are thawed.
- Cheddar & Parmesan – I like sharp cheddar for bold flavor, and Parmesan for a salty finish.
- Milk & Sour Cream – the base of the sauce that makes everything so creamy.
- Butter, Garlic Powder, Salt & Pepper – simple pantry staples.
- Fresh Chives – for a little pop of color and flavor.
Make It Your Own: Variations and Substitutions
- Protein Boost: Add cooked and crumbled bacon, diced ham, or cooked sausage to the mix for a heartier casserole.
- Bolder Flavor: Add diced, minced garlic or chopped green onions.
- Crunchy Topping: For a crunchy finish, elevate the topping by adding crushed corn flakes, buttered breadcrumbs, or even Ritz crackers.
How To Make
- Prep the Dish – Heat the oven to 350°. Butter a 9×13 pan.
- Mix – Spread the hashbrowns, sprinkle with cheddar, and toss together. Heat milk, butter, salt, and garlic until melted, then stir in sour cream. Pour over the potatoes.
- Bake – Top with Parmesan, pepper, and chives. Bake until bubbly and golden brown. Let it rest for a few minutes, then dig in!
Can Cheesy Hashbrown Casserole Be Made Ahead Of Time?
You bet! Just make it the evening before you want to serve it, wrap it with foil or plastic wrap, and store it in the refrigerator. When ready to serve it, take it out of the oven and bake it.
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Ingredients
- 2 pounds shredded potatoes or bagged hashbrowns
- 2 cups cheddar cheese
- 1 ½ cups milk
- ½ cup sour cream
- 4 tablespoons butter – melted
- 2 teaspoons salt
- ½ teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon fresh cracked pepper
- 1 tablespoon chopped chives
- ½ cup shredded Parmesan cheese
Instructions
- Heat oven to 350 degrees.
- Butter bottom of 9 by 13 baking dish. Place hash browns evenly in bottom of dish and sprinkle with shredded cheddar cheese. Gently stir to combine.
- In a small sauce pan, heat milk, butter, salt and garlic powder just until butter melts. Remove from heat and stir in sour cream. Pour milk mixture over potatoes and cheese.
- Sprinkle on pepper, chives and Parmesan cheese.
- Place in oven and bake for 50 to 60 minutes or until cheese is browned. Remove from oven and let cool for 5 minutes, then serve.
Notes
Nutrition
Frequently Asked Questions
Yes! Bake it, let it cool, then wrap well and freeze for up to 2 months. Reheat in the oven until hot.
Absolutely. Just shred them, then squeeze out extra moisture with paper towels before baking.
Keep in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days. Reheat in the oven or microwave.
Greek yogurt works as a substitute—it keeps the casserole creamy with a slight tang.
Serving Ideas
This cheesy potato casserole will become your go-to side dish that your family will love. Here are some of my favorite recipes to serve it with Crock Pot Chicken Thighs, 5-Ingredient Crock Pot Buffalo Chicken, and Sheet Pan Hamburger Steak With Mushrooms And Onions for dinner.
Try it with my Ham And Cheese Croissant Breakfast Casserole and Sausage And Egg Breakfast Bake for breakfast or brunch.
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Wondering if I could just mix the sauce with the potatoes and cheese instead of pouring it on top?
Hey Nancy.
Great time saving tip. Thanks!
~Donya
Can you use fresh grated potatoes?
Sure – make sure to squeeze out any liquid.
~Donya
Does the casserole look “curdled” after it comes out of the oven???
Hey there Diane!
Thank you for your interest in the recipe! After it comes out of the oven it should look more like the pictures I included on the post. The texture will come out pretty soft and creamy from the potatoes and sour cream in the middle with crispy edges and a nice cheesy top. I hope you like the recipe, let me know how it goes!
~Donya
Can I use the dehydrated hashbrowns from Costco? Should I reconstitute them?
Hey there!
Yep, I’d do that. You’ve got instincts, Tamara. Let me know how it turns out.
Have a great day,
~Donya
Can I add pork sausage or ground beef to this?
Sure! It sounds like a good idea to me!
~Donya
Can I make it the night before and leave in the fridge overnight and bake it in the oven in the morning?
Hey Sam. Yes, you sure can make it overnight. It turns out great.
Happy New Year!
~Donya
Hi! If I’m using bagged hashbrowns, do I need to thaw them first?
Hey Lauren! Yes, thaw the hashbrowns first. When I use frozen, I place them in a mesh strainer and just let them thaw so that any moisture will drip out. Hope this helps! Let me know how the dish turns out.
XO,
~Donya
This is the perfect recipe! Made this and it’s delicious
Thank you so much Melossa! I love it when someone let’s me know about their love of one of my recipes.
Merry Christmas!
XO,~Donya
This sounds good but I didn’t see what temperature to bake. What temperature?
Thanks Brenda! Bake at 350 degrees. I updated the post as well.
XO,
~Donya