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Creamy Crispy Cracker Barrel Hashbrown Casserole Recipe Easy and Perfect for Family Meals

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A creamy and crispy hashbrown casserole inspired by Cracker Barrel, perfect for family meals, potlucks, and cozy dinners. Combines sharp cheddar, sour cream, and cottage cheese with a crunchy fried onion topping.

Ingredients

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  • 1 (30 oz / 850 g) bag frozen shredded hashbrowns, thawed
  • 1 can (10.5 oz / 300 g) cream of chicken soup (or cream of mushroom for vegetarian)
  • 1 cup (240 ml) full-fat sour cream
  • 1 cup (240 ml) small-curd cottage cheese
  • 2 cups (200 g) shredded sharp cheddar cheese, freshly grated
  • 1/4 cup (56 g) unsalted butter, melted
  • 1 teaspoon onion powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
  • Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
  • 1 1/2 cups (about 85 g) French fried onions for topping

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. Make sure the frozen shredded hashbrowns are fully thawed and drained well; pat dry if needed.
  3. In a large mixing bowl, combine cream of chicken soup, sour cream, and cottage cheese. Whisk or stir until smooth and creamy.
  4. Stir in onion powder, garlic powder, salt, and freshly ground black pepper to taste.
  5. Fold in shredded sharp cheddar cheese and melted unsalted butter until evenly combined.
  6. Gently fold in the thawed hashbrowns, being careful not to overmix.
  7. Spread the mixture evenly into a 9×13 inch (23×33 cm) baking dish, smoothing the top with a spatula.
  8. Sprinkle French fried onions evenly over the top.
  9. Bake for 45-50 minutes, or until edges are bubbly and topping is golden brown. If the top browns too quickly, loosely cover with foil halfway through baking.
  10. Let the casserole rest for 5-10 minutes before serving.

Notes

Use full-fat dairy products for best creaminess. Thaw and drain hashbrowns thoroughly to avoid sogginess. Avoid overmixing to keep hashbrowns intact. French fried onions are key for the crispy topping. For extra golden crust, broil 2-3 minutes at the end, watching closely. Can be made ahead and refrigerated overnight before baking. Freeze before baking for up to 3 months.

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Keywords: hashbrown casserole, Cracker Barrel, creamy casserole, crispy topping, comfort food, family meal, easy recipe

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