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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 easy-to-make dish features creamy hash browns combined with sharp cheddar cheese and a homemade crispy onion topping, making it the perfect side dish for potlucks, holidays, or family dinners. The rich and savory profile will surely have everyone going back for seconds. With simple ingredients and straightforward steps, you can create a crowd-pleasing meal that embodies warmth and nostalgia.

Ingredients

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

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 350F.
  2. Spray a 9×13-inch baking dish with nonstick spray.
  3. In a skillet, melt butter over medium heat; saut diced onion until translucent. Add minced garlic for an additional minute.
  4. In a large bowl, combine thawed hash browns, sauted onions, cheddar cheese, sour cream, flour, salt, black pepper, cayenne pepper, chicken broth, and milk.
  5. Pour the mixture into the prepared baking dish.
  6. In another skillet, heat oil; fry thinly sliced onions until crispy and golden brown.
  7. Top the potato mixture with crispy onions and bake for 50 minutes or until bubbly.

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