Description
French Onion Funeral Potatoes are the ultimate comforting side dish that combines creamy, cheesy goodness with the rich flavor of caramelized onions. This delightful casserole is sure to become a staple in your kitchen, whether you’re hosting a potluck, celebrating a holiday, or enjoying a cozy family dinner at home. The crispy onion topping adds the perfect crunch, making every bite an irresistible treat that will have everyone coming back for seconds.
Ingredients
Scale
- 32 ounces frozen cubed hash browns, thawed
- ¼ cup unsalted butter, melted
- 2 cups sharp cheddar cheese, shredded
- 1 ½ cups sour cream
- 1 small yellow onion, diced
- 2 teaspoons garlic, minced
- ½ cup chicken broth, room temperature
- 2 large yellow onions, thinly sliced for topping
- ¼ cup all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon kosher salt
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
- ½ teaspoon cayenne pepper
- ½ teaspoon dried mustard
- ½ cup whole milk, room temperature
- 4 cups vegetable oil (for frying)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F and spray a 9×13-inch baking dish with nonstick spray.
- In a skillet, melt the remaining butter over medium heat and sauté the diced onion until soft and translucent.
- In a large bowl, combine thawed hash browns, melted butter, cheddar cheese, sour cream, sautéed onions, garlic, flour, salt, pepper, cayenne pepper, mustard, chicken broth, and whole milk until well mixed.
- Spread the mixture evenly into the prepared baking dish and bake for about 50 minutes until bubbly and golden brown.
- For the crispy topping, heat vegetable oil in a pan over medium-high heat and fry thinly sliced onions until crispy and golden brown; sprinkle with salt.
- Once baked, let the casserole cool slightly before topping with crispy onions.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 330
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 620mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 31g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 9g
- Cholesterol: 40mg