Mom's Famous Cheesy Hashbrown Casserole: A Family Reunion Staple Since 1972
Mom's Famous Cheesy Hashbrown Casserole: A Family Reunion Staple Since 1972
Some recipes are more than just food — they are living memories. This golden, bubbling cheesy hashbrown casserole is exactly that kind of dish. Originally clipped from a magazine over fifty years ago, it has graced countless family tables, potluck spreads, and reunion buffets without ever losing its magic. The moment that perfectly browned, cheesy crust comes out of the oven, everyone in the room knows exactly what it is — and exactly where to stand in line.
There is something beautifully humble about this casserole. It asks for nothing fancy, just honest ingredients that come together in a way that feels like a warm hug. Whether you are making it for the first time or the hundredth, it never disappoints. Here is the full recipe so you can carry the tradition forward at your own table.
Ingredients
- 1 bag (30 ounces) frozen shredded hashbrowns, thawed
- 2 cups shredded sharp cheddar cheese, divided
- 1 can (10.5 ounces) condensed cream of chicken soup
- 1 cup sour cream
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
- 1/2 cup diced yellow onion
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
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