white cheddar hash brown casserole

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Indianapolis, IN
Updated on Aug 7, 2022

This recipe has been adapted and then re-adapted from an original by Cassie for scalloped potatoes. My changes are for people who don't enjoy or can't peel and slice potatoes, due to arthritis, etc. Whether you use fresh potatoes, noodles, or frozen hash browns, this recipe is absolutely delicious!

prep time 30 Min
cook time 1 Hr 30 Min
method Bake
yield 8-10 serving(s)

Ingredients

  • 32 ounces shredded frozen hash browns
  • 1 large onion, chopped fine
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 4 tablespoons butter
  • 4 tablespoons all-purpose flour
  • 1-1/2 cup milk
  • 1 cup heavy whipping cream
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon pepper
  • 1/4 teaspoon nutmeg
  • 8 - 12 ounces vermont white cheddar, divided
  • 2 - 4 ounces shredded cheddar cheese (optional)
  • 2 tablespoons grated parmesan (optional)

How To Make white cheddar hash brown casserole

  • White
    Step 1
    Preheat oven to 350 and spray a 9x13" baking dish with non-stick cooking spray.
  • Step 2
    In a large bowl, combine hash browns, chopped onions and minced garlic. Set aside.
  • Step 3
    Melt butter in a medium-sized saucepan.
  • Step 4
    When butter is bubbling, add flour and mix well. Stir for a couple of minutes until it starts to thicken.
  • Step 5
    Gradually add milk and cream to the pan and stir constantly until it thickens some more. Blend in salt, pepper and nutmeg.
  • Step 6
    Add half the white cheddar and stir until cheese melts.
  • Step 7
    Place half the hash brown, onion and garlic mixture in the prepared pan, spreading evenly.
  • Step 8
    Pour half the cheese sauce evenly over the hash browns in the pan. Repeat with the rest of the hash browns and sauce.
  • Step 9
    Add the remaining white cheddar on top of the mixture (I usually use slices).
  • Step 10
    Sprinkle the regular shredded cheddar over the white cheddar.
  • Step 11
    Sprinkle the grated Parmesan over all.
  • Step 12
    Bake in the prepared pan, uncovered, for 60 to 90 minutes, or until potatoes are tender and cheese is melted and starting to brown on top.
  • Step 13
    You may omit the regular cheddar and/or the Parmesan if you prefer. It is just as delicious without.

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Category: Potatoes
Method: Bake
Culture: American
Ingredient: Potatoes

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