Glorified Hash Browns

  Side Dishes

You'll be surprised at how quick and easy it is to put together this dressed-up potato casserole! When a friend made it for a church supper, I had to have the recipe. It's great for parties, potlucks and family reunions.

Glorified Hash Browns

Average Rating: 4.45

TOTAL TIME: Prep: 10 min. Bake: 40 min.
YIELD: 10 servings.

Ingredients

  • 2 cans (10-3/4 ounces each) condensed cream of celery soup, undiluted
  • 2 cartons (8 ounces each) spreadable chive and onion cream cheese
  • 1 package (2 pounds) frozen cubed hash brown potatoes
  • 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese

Instructions

  • 1. In a large microwave-safe bowl, combine the soup and cream cheese. Cover and cook on high for 3-4 minutes or until cream cheese is melted, stirring occasionally. Add the potatoes and stir until coated.
  • 2. Spoon into a greased 13x9-in. baking dish. Bake, uncovered, at 350° for 35-40 minutes or until the potatoes are tender. Sprinkle with cheddar cheese. Bake 3-5 minutes longer or until cheese is melted.
    Freeze option:
    Sprinkle cheddar cheese over unbaked casserole. Cover and freeze. To use, partially thaw in refrigerator overnight. Remove from refrigerator 30 minutes before baking. Preheat oven to 350°. Bake casserole as directed, increasing time as necessary to heat through and for a thermometer inserted in center to read 165°.

Nutrition Facts

1 each: 215 calories, 12g fat (8g saturated fat), 35mg cholesterol, 400mg sodium, 20g carbohydrate (2g sugars, 1g fiber), 6g protein.

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