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French Onion Funeral Potatoes

French Onion Funeral Potatoes
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Indulge in the comforting flavors of French Onion Funeral Potatoes, a delightful twist on the classic cheesy potato casserole. This dish features creamy sour cream and sharp cheddar cheese, beautifully complemented by sweet caramelized onions and topped with crispy fried onions. Perfect for family gatherings or busy weeknights, this easy-to-make side dish will quickly become a favorite at your table. With its rich flavor and satisfying texture, everyone will be coming back for seconds!

Ingredients

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  • 32 ounces frozen cubed hash browns (thawed)
  • 2 cups sharp cheddar cheese (shredded)
  • 1 ½ cups sour cream
  • 2 large yellow onions (thinly sliced)
  • ½ cup chicken broth
  • ¼ cup all-purpose flour
  • Vegetable oil (for frying)
  • ¼ cup (½ stick / 57 g) unsalted butter (melted)
  • 1 small yellow onion (diced)
  • 2 teaspoons garlic (minced)
  • 1 teaspoon kosher salt
  • ½ teaspoon black pepper
  • ½ teaspoon cayenne pepper
  • ½ teaspoon dried mustard
  • ½ cup (122.5 g) whole milk (room temperature)

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and prepare a 9×13-inch baking dish with nonstick spray.
  2. In a skillet, melt butter over medium heat and sauté diced onion until translucent.
  3. In a large bowl, mix thawed hash browns, sour cream, shredded cheese, sautéed onions, garlic, flour, seasonings, chicken broth, and milk until well combined.
  4. Pour the mixture into the baking dish and bake for about 50 minutes until bubbly and golden brown.
  5. For the topping, fry thinly sliced onions in vegetable oil until crispy; drain on paper towels and season with salt.
  6. Top the baked casserole with crispy onions before serving.

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