These tasty Funeral Potatoes also known as cheesy potato casserole are frozen hash brown potatoes combined with onion, sour cream, cream of chicken soup, cheddar cheese, Monterey Jack Cheese and topped with crushed buttery cornflakes. This side dish got its peculiar name because it is a very common dish served at after funeral luncheons. They are so easy to fix, virtually fool proof, easy on the pocketbook, and people just love them. This recipe serves at least ten people so it is a real crowd pleaser and perfect for family gatherings and holiday dinners.
You are going to absolutely love these cheesy potatoes. They go with any type of beef, fish, chicken or pork. In fact I am having a hard time coming up with something that it really does not go well with. Leftovers heat up perfectly in the microwave. I like to serve the leftovers mixed with sausage crumbles and topped with eggs over easy. It just does not get much better than that!
If your family is anything like mine than they just love potatoes. I mean really what’s not to love about them? Have you tried any of my other delectable potato recipes? Twice Baked Potatoes, Cheesy Scalloped Potatoes, Potato Skins, and this recipe are just a few of our favorites. What is your favorite potato recipe?
How to make Funeral Potatoes
Start by cooking the chopped onion in a skillet with a little bit of butter for about 5 minutes. Then grab a large bowl and combine the hash brown potatoes. onion, melted butter, sour cream, cream of chicken soup, garlic powder, sea salt, fresh ground black pepper, cheddar cheese and Monterey Jack cheese. Next spread the mixture out in a greased 9 x 13 inch baking dish. Now crush some cornflakes and combine those with a little melted butter. Then sprinkle that over the top and bake for about 45 minutes. It just does not get much easier than that.
Tips and recipe notes for Funeral Potatoes
- I take the frozen hash browns out of the freezer and let them sit on the counter for about 30-40 minutes before I start this recipe. This gives them a little thawing time so the whole mixture does not freeze into one big glob while I am trying to stir it.
- If you are really pressed for time you do not have to saute the onion but I think that it adds more depth and flavor and is well worth the extra 5 minutes.
- This casserole can be assembled up to 24 hours in advance and stored covered in the refrigerator. Reserve mixing the conrflakes with butter until right before popping in the oven.
- This recipe calls for frozen hash brown potatoes but any frozen potato or parboiled potato will work.
- For best results do not use low fat sour cream or low fat cheese because they just don’t taste as good. You can eat a low calorie meal tomorrow or later in the week.
Recipe variations
- Complete meal – add diced ham, sausage crumbles, or crispy cooked chopped bacon.
- Experiment with different cheeses – try Smoked Gouda, Pepper Jack, Muenster, Colby Jack, Provolone, Fontina or Swiss. There is a reason I am called the cheese queen.
- Veg it out – add steamed broccoli, sauteed mushrooms, Pickled Jalapenos, or blanched green beans.
Funeral Potatoes Recipe
Budget friendly, super easy and delicious Funeral Potatoes are the perfect side dish for almost any meal. Bake a batch and take them to your next potluck or family reunion.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 45 minutes
- Total Time: 55 minutes
- Yield: 10 servings
- Category: side
- Method: bake
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
- 1 tablespoon butter
- 1/2 medium onion finely chopped
- 32 ounces frozen hash brown potatoes (thawed for 30–40 minutes)
- 1/2 cup butter melted
- 16 ounces sour cream
- 1 can (10.5 ounce) cream of chicken soup
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon sea salt
- 1/2 teaspoon fresh ground black pepper
- 1 1/4 cups shredded sharp cheddar cheese
- 1 1/4 cups shredded Monterey Jack cheese
- 1/4 cup butter melted
- 2 cup crushed corn flakes
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350 degrees. Grease 9 x 13 inch casserole dish.
- Melt 1 tablespoon butter in skillet over medium heat. Add onions and cook until tender; approximately 5 minutes
- In a large bowl stir together hash brown potatoes, onion, 1/2 cup melted butter, sour cream, cream of chicken soup, garlic powder, salt, pepper, cheddar and Monterey jack. Spoon into prepared dish.
- Stir together 1/4 cup melted butter and crushed corn flakes. Sprinkle over the potatoes. Bake for 40-45 minutes or until golden brown and bubbly.
Notes
- I take the frozen hash browns out of the freezer and let them sit on the counter for about 30-40 minutes before I start this recipe. This gives them a little thawing time so the whole mixture does not freeze into one big glob while I am trying to stir it.
- If you are really pressed for time you do not have to saute the onion but I think that it adds more depth and flavor and is well worth the extra 5 minutes.
- This casserole can be assembled up to 24 hours in advance and stored covered in the refrigerator. Reserve mixing the conrflakes with butter until right before popping in the oven.
- This recipe calls for frozen hash brown potatoes but any frozen potato or parboiled potato will work.
- For best results do not use low fat sour cream or low fat cheese because they just don’t taste as good. You can eat a low calorie meal tomorrow or later in the week.
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jupiter hadley
The name of this potato dish really caught my eye, but it does indeed sound cheesy and delicious. Thank you for sharign this recipe.
Yeah LIfestyle
My kids love anything with cheese in it so I knew they would love it! Thanks for the recipe
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Rosey
That is wonderful that you can make it with frozen potatoes. Makes it easier. It looks tasty.
Lavanda Michelle
These were so delicious and filling. Thanks for sharing! I will definitely make these again!
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Risa Lopez
That sounds new to me. I would love to try it. thanks for the recipe. The food looks good!
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Beth Pierce
Thanks Risa! Enjoy!!
Melanie williams
This was a delicious and easy recipe. I served it with some ham steak and the whole family enjoyed it.
Melanie E
I’d not heard of funeral potatoes before. That does sound like a great recipe to try even without a funeral.
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Tammy
Such an odd name and unfortunate background to the title but the recipe looks so good! I think we need to rename these 😀 I love a good cheesy side so I’ll def be trying soon!
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Sandra
I’ve heard about these but I’ve never actually had them but they sound and look very delicious.
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Samantha Donnelly
I have never heard of funeral potatoes before! They were really yummy! The whole family enjoyed them.
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Luna S
Mmmm this is making me hungry! It sounds so good, also I’ve never heard them called this before.
Jina
Was thinking the potato ratio to all that creamy stuff would be way off, I was wrong…I used the cubed potatoes, the 32 oz bag is deceiving 😁 This is a great recipe!! Glad I tried it, thank you!!
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Beth Pierce
My pleasure Gina! So glad that you liked it!
Gianamarie19@sbcglobal.net
This was by far the most delicious side dishI tweaked the recipe a little bit I making 1/2 the potatoes, 2 tbsp sour cream, 1 can soup, sautéed onions, half the cheeses, 1/4 butter, in an 8 ×8. (Ya there’s only 2 of us) salt and pepper and omg… my picky ass husband had 3 plates
Beth Pierce
Glad that you were able to modify it to your liking. So happy that your hubby liked it!
Heather
Well I don’t love the name but I understand it 🙂 The dish looks delicious.
Lynndee
I have not tried preparing funeral potato before. That looks good. I will have to try your recipe.
Richelle Milar
Wow that looks absolutely delicious and tasty I would really like to try this recipe
MELANIE EDJOURIAN
I’ve never heard of funeral potatoes before but we loved them. Delicious over and over again.
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Jenn @ EngineerMommy
I never heard of funeral potatoes but I think pretty much all potato recipes are pretty delicious. Gotta try this one.
Tara Pittman
These potatoes are so easy and so delicious. My family just loves them!
Terri Steffes
Love this dish. It is so delicious and it is a very comforting food.
Thena Franssen
The best! I loved this recipe! It was even a hit with my kids!
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Elise Ho
The name is definitely peculiar. However I do find it interesting to learn about different traditions.
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Nyxie
Very interestingly named potatoes! I’ve honestly never heard of these before but would be interested to find out where the name came from.
SolarPoweredChic
My family calls them sinful potatoes because they are so good. They are a staple at any family gathering.
Abida
Interesting recipe with interesting name!!! Loved it a lot. Potato is always my favorite. Going to try it out hastily!
Caroline
I love potatoes and honestly I’ve never heard of funeral potatoes, so this will be a great recipe to try out.
Alita Pacio
yes, I love potatoes and we grow them at home. This will be another great recipe
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Cinny
I think that makes for a lovely side dish. The name throws me off a bit though.
Bill
That’s a dour name, but I can see how it got it. A dish like this is exactly the kind of comfort food you need when you feel like your world is falling apart.
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Sienna
I’ve heard of these but I’ve never tried them. I had no idea they had cornflakes on top! Is this the traditional way or your own twist? Either way it looks delicious!
Talya Stone
I can see why these would be served at a funeral as this dish looks so comforting! I love how creamy it looks and then the crunchy upper layer – the perfect combination of textures.
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Grace
This looks like country style potatoes (cubed), not like hash browns (shredded) to me. Which is best for this recipe, it looks delicious!
Beth Pierce
We call those hash browns in this neck of the woods. Honestly you can make them with either of those frozen potatoes.
Susan
Can this recipe be halved?
Beth Pierce
Yes it can.
Patrick lang
We put potatoe chips instead of corn flakes and sharp cheddar cheese.
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Colleen
I’ve had versions of this recipe before but using the frozen hash browns is a game changer! What a deliciously decadent recipe!
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Emily Liao
So easy and delicious! Definitely making this again for a weeknight dinner.
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Jessica Formicola
My family calls these cheesy potatoes, but your version looks even better! I love the cornflakes on top!
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Jacque Hooper
Enjoyed these with dinner last night and they did not disappoint! Paired perfectly with grilled chicken; the whole family loved them!
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Kristina M Tipps
This recipe is one of my favorites for funeral potatoes. If you haven’t tried them yet, you need to! This one is the best.
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Kate
Awesome potato side-dish, love the crispy topping and all those flavours – hadn’t heard of funeral potatoes before but definitely trying these, my family will love them.
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Katherine
What a great way to make potatoes super special! Great that it’s budget-friendly too,
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Beth Sachs
This is one tasty potato side dish! Love the crunchy cornflakes!
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Jo
Great flavors in this potato recipe! My daughter is very picky and really enjoyed it. Thank you!
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Tara
Yum! These potatoes look so good and I love the minimal prep. My family will love this.
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Michelle
Such an intriguing name to the dish! They look scrumptious! Can’t wait to try it!
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Jacqueline Meldrum
They look good! We tend to just have afternoon tea after a funeral. Scones, small cakes, sandwiches and tea.
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Michelle Boule
This recipe was amazing! We made it for a family dinner and it was a hit!
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Sara Welch
What an excellent side dish that pairs perfectly with so many recipes! Excited to give this a try with dinner tonight, indeed!
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Valentina
These potatoes are so delicious and easy to make! LOVE them as a dinner side dish.
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Kristyn
Funeral potatoes are our favorite kind of potato! They are the first to go, every time I make them!
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Judy
Yes I made it for Thanksgiving but used cream of celery soup instead of cream of chicken
Toni Dash
This is always a hit at my house! Everyone loves it!
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Lauren Kelly
My husband’s mother always made these so I was so excited to make these. We love this recipe so much!
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Rachael Yerkes
These are so good! The perfect side dish to pretty much anything!
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Toni Dash
Everyone at my house really loved it! I will definitely make this again!
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Traci
I’m loving the use of frozen hash browns in this for convenience. Fun recipe…thanks for sharing!
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Jeannette
Using frozen hash browns is the best idea for this recipe! Love how comforting and simple the dish is. It’s perfect for every occasion!
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rika
I am a big fan of potatoes! This looks incredibly good! Can’t wait to make this!
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Jessica Formicola
I’ve had many different version of these potatoes, but this is by far the best recipe I’ve ever tried!
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Andrea Metlika
These potatoes sound delicious. Can’t wait to make this.
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