Classic Midwestern Recipes Everyone Should Make

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Funeral Potatoes

Party Potatoes, or Funeral Potatoes, make up a classic Midwest casserole dish that is perfect for potlucks or as a hearty side dish for any meal. The creamy, cheesy filling combined with the crunchy cornflake topping makes it a beloved tradition in Midwestern cuisine. You’re almost guaranteed to see this easy and delicious dish at any gathering!

Ingredients (for 6-8 servings):

• 6 cups frozen shredded hash browns, thawed
• 2 cups sour cream
• 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
• 1 can (10.5 oz) condensed cream of chicken soup
• 1/2 cup chopped onion
• 1/4 cup melted butter
• 1 tsp salt
• 1/2 tsp black pepper
• 2 cups crushed cornflake cereal
• 1/4 cup melted butter (for topping)

Instructions:

1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
2. Lightly grease a 9x13-inch baking dish.
3. In a large mixing bowl, combine the thawed hash browns, sour cream, shredded cheddar cheese, cream of chicken soup, chopped onion, 1/4 cup melted butter, salt, and pepper.
4. Mix until well combined and spread the hash brown mixture evenly into the prepared baking dish.
5. In a separate bowl, mix the crushed cornflakes with 1/4 cup melted butter until the cereal is evenly coated.
6. Sprinkle the buttered cornflakes evenly over the top of the casserole.
7. Place the casserole in the preheated oven and bake for 45-50 min. or until the top is golden brown and the casserole is bubbly around the edges.
8. Let the casserole cool for a few minutes before serving. Enjoy!