BEST Cheesy Potatoes Recipe - Half-Scratched (2024)

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Once you've tasted what O'Brien potatoes can do to an already to-die-for cheesy potatoes recipe, you'll never want to make cheesy potatoes—or funeral potatoes—any other way!

I'm not lying when I say these cheesy potatoes are the best—they out-bake all other cheesy potatoes recipes. Before I tell you the secret, I must warn you... don't bake this cheesy potato casserole unless at least 10 people are in attendance for dinner.

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Fewer guests than that and you're sure to eat half a pan of the potato-y, buttery, cheesy, cornflake-crunchy goodness.

Not a good choice when combined with leftover Halloween candy and all the Thanksgiving trimmings.

Now for the secret to baking the best cheesy potatoes: O'Brien potatoes. For reals.

Once you've tasted what O'Brien frozen hash brown potatoes can do to an already delicious cheesy potato recipe, you'll never want to make your cheesy potatoes any other way. The O'Brien potatoes—you know, the ones with the red and green peppers—add the right amount of kicked up flavor without overpowering the dish.

Top all that creamy cheesy potato goodness with cornflakes tossed in melted butter and you've basically created what's sure to be everyone's favorite holiday side dish. At least, it's everyone favorite holiday side dish around here!

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To make it the favorite and the prettiest, I prefer to serve this recipe in a white baking dish. The one you see pictured is CorningWare from Target, but I also love the perfectly rectangular shape and solid handles of HIC lasagna pan.

In fact, you may want to pick up two because these funeral potatoes are so popular I often double the recipe... not because I need to feed more people but so I can have a pan entirely to myself. #truth

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Whether you call them cheesy potatoes or funeral potatoes or cheesy potato casserole or not-so-skinny potatoes (so totally not skinny), I guarantee you won't regret making them this holiday season.

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Or on Easter Sunday. Or when your brother-in-law comes to visit because he loves them and always compliments your cooking.

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BEST Cheesy Potatoes with O'Brien Potatoes

Yield: 12 servings

Prep Time: 15 minutes

Cook Time: 40 minutes

Total Time: 55 minutes

Once you've tasted what O'Brien potatoes can do to an already to-die-for cheesy potatoes recipe, you'll never want to make cheesy potatoes any other way!

Ingredients

Potatoes

  • 2 cups grated medium cheddar cheese
  • ½ (28-oz) bag Ore-Ida Potatoes O'Brien
  • ½ (32-oz) bag Ore-Ida Southern Style Hash Browns
  • 2 cans cream of chicken soup
  • ¼ cup chopped onion
  • 1 pint sour cream
  • ½ cup butter, melted

Topping

  • 3 cups corn flakes
  • ¼ cup melted butter

Instructions

Potatoes

  1. Preheat oven to 350 degrees. Spray a 9x13-inch pan with non-stick cooking spray.
  2. Combine grated cheese, hash browns, cream of chicken soup, onions and sour cream in a large bowl and mix until thoroughly combined.
  3. Add melted melted butter and mix well.
  4. Spread in 9x13-inch pan.

Topping

  1. Combine corn flakes and ¼ cup melted butter. Layer evenly on top of potatoes.
  2. Bake in preheated oven for 40 to 50 minutes until hot and bubbly around the edges and heated through the middle. Serve immediately.

Notes

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Nutrition Information:

Yield: 12Serving Size: 1
Amount Per Serving:Calories: 375Total Fat: 28gSaturated Fat: 16gTrans Fat: 0gUnsaturated Fat: 7gCholesterol: 71mgSodium: 586mgCarbohydrates: 23gFiber: 3gSugar: 2gProtein: 9g

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Comments

    • Emily Hill

      It is pretty decadent which is why I love it so much!

      Reply

    • Phyllis

      My mother-in-law would make these ALL the time for family gatherings and we all went crazy for them. She didn’t put corn flakes on top, she used crunched up potato chips. But either way, they are delicious! Now I have the recipe, too!!! Mmmmm good!

      Reply

      • Emily Hill

        I need to try potato chips! That sounds delish!

        Reply

  1. Lauren Vavala | DeliciousLittleBites

    I'm a potato-holic and when you add cheese, that's already over-the-top delicious in my book. But, you went and used cornflakes! I have got to try this!

    Reply

    • Emily Hill

      So many textures and flavors. It's the best!

      Reply

  2. Dannii

    Cheese and potatoes are probably 2 of the bestfoods ever. This is the perfect comfort food.

    Reply

    • Emily Hill

      Definitely serious comfort food!

      Reply

  3. Jenna

    Holy smokes. I was all down with the cheesy potatoes and then I saw they have a crunchy topping. This is the way to my heart! Printing, thanks!!

    Reply

    • Emily Hill

      That crunchy topping plus those O'Brien potatoes make these so yummy!

      Reply

  4. Colleen

    Cheese plus potatoes is always a winner in my books!

    Reply

    • Emily Hill

      The combination is one of my favorites!

      Reply

  5. Colleen

    Cheese plus potatoes are always a winner in my books. And it looks so easy using frozen hash browns, too!

    Reply

    • Emily Hill

      Yes! The secret is in those O'Brien potatoes with the peppers and onions. It's a keeper!

      Reply

  6. Adrianne

    I am with you, I want a plate of these all to myself too!!! Funeral potatoes, haha, I get it. Great recipe and fabulous step by step pics, I will give these a whirl with my Sunday roast.

    Reply

    • Emily Hill

      They'll pair perfectly with a Sunday roast! Yum!

      Reply

  7. Krissy

    I had never put corn flakes on my potatoes but I just love the crunch that they add!

    Reply

    • Emily Hill

      Me too! I often 1 1/2 the recipe for extra crunch!

      Reply

  8. Jamielyn

    Perfect side dish for the holidays! So delicious!

    Reply

    • Emily Hill

      Agreed! It's the best!

      Reply

  9. Courtney O'Dell

    I am addicted to anything cheesy and potatoes! Did not disappoint!

    Reply

    • Emily Hill

      Yay! Glad you liked it!

      Reply

  10. Jocelyn @Inside BruCrew Life

    I totally agree with you about not making this unless you have people to help you eat it. The cheesy potatoes and the crunchy corn flakes just work so well together.

    Reply

    • Emily Hill

      It's hard to not eat the entire pan!

      Reply

  11. Aimee

    WHo can resist cheesy potatoes? These are fantastic!

    Reply

    • Emily Hill

      No one in our family can resist them!

      Reply

  12. Ravin kumar

    Such a perfect article. They are nice article. It's looks So delicious! Thanks for sharing more recipe.

    Reply

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BEST Cheesy Potatoes Recipe - Half-Scratched (2024)

FAQs

How to cut potatoes for casserole? ›

Cubes (Diced)

To dice a potato, first cut it into fries following the above instructions. Then, cut the fries crosswise into ½-inch cubes for a medium dice. For a small dice, cut into ¼-inch cubes, and for a large dice, cut into ¾-inch cubes. This is the best way to cut potatoes for soups and stews.

What to do with a 5 lb bag of potatoes? ›

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  7. Pressure Cooker BBQ Chicken Stuffed Sweet Potatoes.

What to eat with cheesy potatoes? ›

The best side dishes to serve with potatoes au gratin are short ribs, carne asada, duck, chicken wings, pork tenderloin, grilled salmon, baked chicken thighs, lamb chops, seared scallops, beef stroganoff, veggie stir-fry, stuffed bell peppers, mushroom stroganoff, herb-crusted cod, and eggplant parmesan.

How many calories are in homemade cheesy potatoes? ›

Nutritional analysis (per serving):

365 calories.

Do you boil potatoes before cutting them? ›

A good rule of thumb is to go with a 2-inch dice on the potatoes before boiling them. Cutting potatoes before boiling does aid in removing excess starch. Excess starch can make potatoes gummy or gluey. That said, cutting the potatoes too small can lead to too much water absorbing into the potatoes.

Can you cut potatoes before baking? ›

Slice potatoes in half length-wise. Arrange on baking sheet, flat-side down. Coat with olive oil and season with additional salt. Bake for 30-40 minutes.

Is 5 pounds of potatoes enough for 10 people? ›

Serving Size: As a side dish, you should plan on ½ pound of potatoes per person. That means if you are planning on 10 people, use 5 pounds of potatoes.

How many potatoes is 4 pounds? ›

4 pounds of Russet or Yukon Gold potatoes (or approximately 8 medium-sized potatoes)

How long will a 10lb bag of potatoes last? ›

On average, raw potatoes last 3 to 5 weeks in the pantry and around 3 to 4 months in the refrigerator. How long potatoes last really depends on how you choose to store your potatoes and the environment you place them in.

Which cheese is best for potatoes? ›

Scalloped Potatoes Ingredients:

Be sure to slice them uniformly — about 1/4-inch thick — so that they will cook evenly. Shredded cheese: It's important to have a good melty cheese for these. I have always preferred a nice sharp cheddar (not one that has been aged, since those don't melt as well).

How long are cheesy potatoes good for? ›

That's why this Slow-Cooker Cheesy Potato Breakfast Casserole makes it so easy to turn a side dish into an anytime meal. For a step-by-step look at How to Make Cheesy Potato Casserole, check out our video. Store any leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator up to 4 days.

What is the difference between scalloped potatoes and cheesy potatoes? ›

What is the difference between au gratin potatoes and scalloped potatoes? Au Gratin potatoes contain cheese, whereas Scalloped Potatoes do not. Scalloped potatoes typically contain cream but can also contain flavorful stock instead of dairy.

Are cheesy potatoes good for you? ›

Generally, potatoes move into the less than healthy category when they are loaded with toppings such as cheese, sour cream, and bacon.

How many calories are in Taco Bell cheesy potatoes? ›

Taco Bell Fresco Style Cheesy Fiesta Potatoes (1 serving) contains 28g total carbs, 26g net carbs, 12g fat, 3g protein, and 230 calories.

How many calories are in a potato with butter and cheese? ›

Energy: 480 calories
Protein15.7g
Carbs51.5g
Fat24.8g

How to slice potatoes for scalloped? ›

Once you've chosen the right potatoes, grab a sharp chef's knife (or a mandoline, if you have one) and carefully slice them as thinly and evenly as possible—ideally one-fourth to one-eighth-inch thick. Potatoes that are too thick or thin will bake up unevenly, and you want the layers to cook up tender.

What is the best way to slice potatoes? ›

Potato Wedges: Using a sharp knife, cut the potato in half lengthwise. Potato Slices: Using a sharp knife, start at the root of the potato and carefully make slices to your desired thickness. Potato Sticks: Using a sharp knife, make a thin slice lengthwise so the potato sits flat on the cutting board.

How to slice potatoes thin without a mandoline? ›

You can use a sharp knife. If it is sharpened for slicing it will work much better at thin slices. Sharpened for slicing would have a bevel only on one side of the blade with the flat edge going toward the uncut potato.

Can you use a food processor to slice potatoes? ›

To slice potatoes in a food processor (or dice or chop them) begin by assembling your device. Place the work bowl on the processor's base. Some models require you to line up the bowl to the base and twist it on. Select KitchenAid® food processors feature a simple no-twist design for easy assembly.

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