Cheesy Herb-Infused Hash Brown Casserole

Recipe Collection: Dinner

Cheesy Herb-Infused Hash Brown Casserole is a comforting vegetarian dish that brings a gourmet twist to classic American comfort food. With a rich blend of sharp cheddar and a crispy herb topping, this casserole is perfect for gatherings and special occasions. The flavors meld beautifully, making it a nostalgic favorite that everyone will love.

Ideal for those following a vegetarian diet, this dish contains dairy and gluten, so be mindful of allergies. Its versatile flavor profile makes it perfect for brunch, potlucks, or as a side dish at dinner.

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Overview

This elevated version of the classic Funeral Potatoes is a comforting and indulgent dish perfect for gatherings and special occasions. With a rich, creamy base enhanced by sharp cheddar and a crispy, herb-infused breadcrumb topping, this casserole is sure to be a crowd-pleaser. The flavors meld beautifully, creating a dish that is both nostalgic and gourmet.

Diet Type

Vegetarian

Allergies

Dairy, Gluten

Cuisine

American

Serving Size: 12

Cooking Time: 50 minutes

Ingredients

• 1 Ounces (oz) jar process cheese sauce
• 1.5 Cups sharp cheddar cheese, shredded
• 1 Cup sour cream
• 1 Ounces (oz) can condensed cream of mushroom soup
• 1 Ounces (oz) can condensed cream of chicken soup
• 0.5 Cup whole milk
• 0.5 Cup butter, melted
• 1 Teaspoon (tsp) garlic powder
• 1 Teaspoon (tsp) onion powder
• 0.5 Teaspoon (tsp) black pepper, ground
• 2 Pounds (lb) package frozen hash brown potatoes, thawed
• 2 Cups panko bread crumbs
• 2 Tablespoons (tbsp) fresh parsley, minced
• 1 Tablespoon (tbsp) fresh thyme, minced
• 0.5 Teaspoon (tsp) kosher salt

Steps

1. Preheat your oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Grease a 9x13 inch casserole dish with a bit of the melted butter.
2. In a large mixing bowl, combine the process cheese sauce, shredded cheddar cheese, sour cream, cream of mushroom soup, cream of chicken soup, milk, half of the melted butter, garlic powder, onion powder, and black pepper. Whisk until smooth and well combined.
3. Add the thawed hash brown potatoes to the cheese mixture and stir until the potatoes are evenly coated.
4. Transfer the potato mixture into the prepared casserole dish, spreading it out evenly.
5. In a separate bowl, mix the panko bread crumbs with the remaining melted butter, minced parsley, thyme, and kosher salt. Sprinkle this mixture evenly over the top of the potato casserole.
6. Bake in the preheated oven for 40 to 50 minutes, or until the top is golden brown and the casserole is bubbling around the edges.
7. Allow the casserole to rest for at least 10 minutes before serving to let it set and enhance the flavors.

Enjoy this creamy, cheesy delight with a crispy herb topping that will have everyone coming back for seconds!