Funeral Potatoes

Golden, creamy, and utterly comforting, Funeral Potatoes are the ultimate crowd-pleasing casserole. This classic dish combines tender, frozen hash brown potatoes with a rich and tangy mixture of sour cream, cream of chicken soup, and melted cheddar cheese, all baked to perfection. Topped with a buttery cornflake crust that adds just the right amount of crunch, this recipe is a nostalgic favorite at family gatherings, potlucks, and yes, even memorial services. Ready in just an hour with minimal prep, it’s the perfect make-ahead meal ideal for feeding a hungry crowd. Whether you’re serving it as a hearty side dish or a centerpiece at your next event, this irresistible comfort food is sure to become a go-to recipe.

Nutriscore Rating: 52/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:45 mins

Total Time:60 mins

Servings: 10

Ingredients

• 32 oz frozen hash brown potatoes
• 2 cups sour cream
• 1 can (10.5 oz) cream of chicken soup
• 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
• 0.5 cup butter
• 1 medium onion, finely diced
• 2 cups cornflakes
• 0.25 cup butter, melted
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 0.5 teaspoon black pepper

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and lightly grease a 9x13-inch baking dish.

Step 2

In a large mixing bowl, combine sour cream, cream of chicken soup, shredded cheddar cheese, melted butter (1/2 cup), diced onion, salt, and black pepper. Stir until well mixed.

Step 3

Add the frozen hash brown potatoes to the mixture and gently fold until the potatoes are fully coated with the sauce.

Step 4

Transfer the potato mixture into the prepared baking dish and spread it evenly.

Step 5

In a medium bowl, combine the cornflakes with the remaining 1/4 cup of melted butter. Toss until the cornflakes are evenly coated.

Step 6

Sprinkle the buttery cornflake mixture evenly over the top of the casserole.

Step 7

Bake in the preheated oven for 40-45 minutes, or until the casserole is hot and bubbly and the cornflake topping is golden brown.

Step 8

Remove from the oven and allow the dish to cool for 5 minutes before serving.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	2246.3 grams (2246.3g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	4834

Total Fat 360.00g	462%
Saturated Fat 206.30g	1032%
Polyunsaturated Fat 4.50g
Cholesterol 889mg	296%
Sodium 9579mg	416%
Total Carbohydrate 331.60g	121%
Dietary Fiber 25.30g	90%
Total Sugars 49.30g
Protein 109.70g	219%

Vitamin D 320IU	1601%
Calcium 2613mg	201%
Iron 24mg	131%
Potassium 3939mg	84%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 64.7%

Protein: 8.8%

Carbs: 26.5%