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Copy Cat Cracker Barrel Hashbrown Casserole Recipe

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  • Author: Sara
  • Total Time: 55 minutes
  • Yield: 6 servings

Description

This Copy Cat Cracker Barrel Hashbrown Casserole recipe is a creamy, cheesy, and comforting side dish inspired by the popular restaurant favorite. Made with tender hash browns, a rich sour cream and heavy cream sauce, and a blend of cheddar and Parmesan cheeses, it’s baked to golden perfection and topped with fresh chives for a burst of flavor. Perfect for breakfast, brunch, or as a hearty side at dinner.

Ingredients

Primary Ingredients

  • 8 ounces sour cream
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • ½ cup salted butter, melted, plus more for greasing
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • ½ teaspoon onion powder
  • 1 teaspoon kosher salt
  • Freshly cracked black pepper, to taste
  • 1 (3-pound) bag frozen hash browns, thawed and patted dry
  • 3 cups grated cheddar cheese
  • ⅓ cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
  • Minced fresh chives, for serving (optional)

Instructions

  1. Preheat Oven and Prepare Dish: Preheat your oven to 375°F and position the rack in the center. Grease a 9×13-inch baking dish generously with butter to prevent sticking.
  2. Make the Sauce: In a large mixing bowl, combine the sour cream, heavy cream, melted butter, garlic powder, onion powder, kosher salt, and freshly cracked black pepper. Mix thoroughly until smooth and well blended.
  3. Layer the Casserole: Spread half of the thawed and dried hash browns evenly across the bottom of the prepared baking dish. Sprinkle half of the grated cheddar cheese over the potatoes, then add the remaining hash browns on top.
  4. Top with Sauce and Cheese: Pour the creamy sauce mixture evenly over the layered potatoes. Sprinkle the grated Parmesan and the remaining cheddar cheese evenly over the entire casserole.
  5. Bake: Place the casserole in the preheated oven and bake for 45 minutes, or until the potatoes are tender throughout and the cheese on top is bubbly and browned.
  6. Finish and Serve: Once baked, remove the casserole from the oven and let it cool for a few minutes. Garnish with minced fresh chives if desired, then serve warm as a delicious side dish.

Notes

  • Ensure the frozen hash browns are fully thawed and patted dry to avoid excess moisture, which can make the casserole watery.
  • Adjust seasoning (salt and pepper) according to your taste preference.
  • Butter can be substituted with margarine or a dairy-free alternative if needed.
  • This casserole can be prepared ahead of time and refrigerated before baking; just increase baking time slightly if baking from cold.
  • For a lighter version, reduce the amount of butter or cheese, or substitute with lower-fat dairy products.
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 45 minutes
  • Category: Side Dish
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American

Find it online: https://sarabaking.com/copy-cat-cracker-barrel-hashbrown-casserole-recipe/