As weird as the name sounds, funeral potatoes are yummy cheesy potatoes or shredded potatoes. They got this name because usually they are served as comfort food after funerals. They are quite common in the American Midwest. The mouthwatering creamy cheesy potato is a yummy food that is loved by many. Let’s see how you can make cheesy shredded potatoes at home with an easy recipe.
Cheesy Shredded Potatoes Recipe
You will need
- 6 medium-sized potatoes, peeled and shredded
- 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese (or any preferred melting cheese)
- 1 can condensed cream of chicken soup
- 1 cup Sour cream
- 1 small onion, finely chopped
- 1/4 cup, melted butter
- 2 cups crushed cornflakes or breadcrumbs for topping
- Salt, pepper, and garlic powder to taste (for seasoning)
- Diced ham, bacon bits, or chopped green onions for added flavour and texture
Make Cheesy Potatoes
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Now prepare the potatoes by Peeling and shredding them using a grater or a food processor.
- Ensure they are well-drained to remove excess moisture. Drier potatoes mean yummy dishes.
- Mix the shredded potatoes, shredded cheese, cream of chicken soup, sour cream, chopped onion, melted butter, and seasonings.
- Stir well until all ingredients are combined.
- Transfer the potato mixture to a greased baking dish, spreading it out evenly.
- Sprinkle the crushed cornflakes or breadcrumbs evenly over the top of the potato mixture. This will add a crunchy texture to the dish.
- Now cover the baking dish with aluminium foil and bake in the preheated oven for 45 minutes.
- Then, remove the foil. Bake for an additional 15 minutes or until the top is golden brown and the potatoes are fully cooked.
- Once the potatoes are baked, allow the casserole to cool for a few minutes before serving.
- Garnish with chopped green onions or parsley if desired.
What can you do to make cheesy potatoes recipes more yummy?
- You can simply not add chicken condensed soup as a vegetarian option. The recipe tastes yummy in both variations.
- If you are a spice lover, you can add more spice. Add sliced jalapenos or hot sauce for that extra kick.
- You can also add crackers on top.
Some More Cheesy Potatoes Recipes
Loaded Funeral Potato Recipe
For loaded potatoes, you will need
- 6 cups shredded potatoes
- 1 can condensed cream of mushroom soup
- 1 cup sour cream
- 1/2 cup melted butter
- 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
- 1/2 cup cooked and crumbled bacon
- 1/4 cup chopped green onions
- Salt and pepper to taste 2 cups crushed potato chips or breadcrumbs
Instructions
- Combine shredded potatoes, cream of mushroom soup, sour cream, melted butter, shredded cheese, crumbled bacon, chopped green onions, salt, and pepper in a mixing bowl.
- Transfer the mixture to a pre-greased baking dish.
- Sprinkle crushed potato chips or breadcrumbs evenly over the top.
- Bake at 350°F (175°C) for 40-45 minutes or until the potatoes are tender and the top is golden brown.
Southwest Cheesy Funeral Potatoes Recipe
- For southwest cheesy funeral potatoes, you will need
- 6 cups frozen shredded hash browns
- 1 can condensed cream of jalapeño soup
- 1 cup plain Greek yoghurt
- 1/4 cup melted butter
- 2 cups shredded pepper jack cheese
- 1 can diced green chillies, drained
- 1/2 cup chopped cilantro
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 2 cups crushed tortilla chips or breadcrumbs
Instructions
- Mix hash browns, cream of jalapeño soup, Greek yoghurt, melted butter, shredded pepper jack cheese, diced green chillies, chopped cilantro, salt, and pepper in a large bowl.
- Spread the mixture evenly in a greased baking dish.
- Top with crushed tortilla chips or breadcrumbs.
- Bake at 350°F (175°C) for 45-50 minutes or until bubbly and golden brown on top.
Broccoli and Ham Funeral Cheesy Potatoes Recipe
Ingredients
- 6 cups frozen shredded hash browns
- 1 can condensed cream of broccoli soup
- 1 cup sour cream
- 1/4 cup melted butter
- 2 cups shredded sharp cheddar cheese
- 1 cup cooked diced ham
- 1 cup steamed broccoli florets, chopped Salt and pepper to taste
- 2 cups crushed Ritz crackers or breadcrumbs
Instructions
- In a large mixing bowl, combine all ingredients.
- Spread the mixture evenly in a pre-greased baking dish.
- Top with crushed Ritz crackers or breadcrumbs.
- Bake at 350°F (175°C) for 40-45 minutes or until the potatoes are tender and the top is golden brown.
Italian Style Cheesy Potato Recipe
Ingredients
- 6 cups frozen shredded hash browns
- 1 can condensed cream of mushroom soup
- 1 cup ricotta cheese
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1/4 cup chopped fresh basil
- 1/4 cup chopped sun-dried tomatoes
- 1/4 cup sliced black olives Salt and pepper to taste
- 2 cups Italian-seasoned breadcrumbs
Instructions
- In a large bowl, evenly mix all the ingredients except breadcrumbs.
- Oil the baking dish and transfer the mixture to a baking dish.
- Now sprinkle Italian-seasoned breadcrumbs evenly over the top.
- Bake at 350°F (175°C) for 45-50 minutes until bubbly.
- Make sure the top is crispy and golden brown.
Tex-Mex Cheesy Potatoes Recipe
Ingredients
- 6 cups frozen shredded hash browns
- 1 can condensed cheddar cheese soup
- 1 cup salsa 1 cup sour cream
- 1/4 cup melted butter
- 2 cups shredded Mexican blend cheese
- 1 cup cooked and seasoned ground beef or turkey
- 1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro Salt and pepper to taste
- 2 cups crushed tortilla chips
Instructions
- Combine shredded hash browns, cheddar cheese soup, salsa, sour cream, and melted butter in a large mixing bowl.
- Add shredded Mexican blend cheese, cooked and seasoned ground beef or turkey, chopped cilantro, salt, and pepper.
- Spread the mixture evenly in a baking dish. Don’t forget to oil the dish for greasiness.
- Top with crushed tortilla chips.
- Bake at 350°F (175°C) for 40-45 minutes or until the potatoes are tender and the top is golden brown and bubbly.
These were some yummy cheesy potato recipes and every recipe is equally good. Play with your flavours to give the recipe a customized twist.