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Easy Halloween Funeral Potato Casserole

This delicious casserole features creamy potatoes, melted cheddar, and a crunchy cornflake topping, making it perfect for chilly nights and Halloween gatherings.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 40 minutes
Total Time 55 minutes
Servings: 8 servings
Course: Casserole, Main Course
Cuisine: American
Calories: 4000
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Casserole
  • 1 bag (32 oz) frozen diced hash browns, thawed Use thawed, not frozen.
  • 4 tbsp unsalted butter Divided usage.
  • 1/2 medium onion, finely chopped
  • 1 1/2 cups sour cream
  • 2 cans (10.5 oz each) condensed cream of chicken soup Can substitute with cream of mushroom for a different flavor.
  • 2 1/2 cups shredded cheddar cheese, divided 2 cups in the mix, 1/2 cup on top.
  • 1/2 tsp kosher salt
  • 1/4 tsp black pepper
  • 1 1/2 cups cornflakes cereal, gently crushed For topping.
  • 4 tbsp unsalted butter, melted For the cornflake topping.
  • cooking spray for a 9 x 13-inch baking dish To ensure easy release of the casserole.

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat the oven to 350°F and grease a 9 x 13-inch baking dish with cooking spray.
  2. In a small bowl, gently toss the crushed cornflakes with the melted butter and set aside.
  3. Melt the 4 tbsp butter in a skillet over medium heat. Add the finely chopped onion and cook for about 5 minutes until tender and translucent.
  4. In a large bowl, stir together the cooked onion and its butter, sour cream, cream of chicken soup, and 2 cups of cheddar cheese. Season with salt and pepper, and mix until smooth.
  5. Gently fold in the thawed hash browns until fully coated in the creamy mixture. Spread the mixture evenly in the prepared baking dish.
  6. Sprinkle the remaining 1/2 cup cheddar cheese over the top and finish with the buttered cornflake mixture.
Baking
  1. Bake for 40 to 45 minutes, or until bubbling around the edges and golden brown on top.
  2. Let the casserole rest for about 10 minutes before serving.

Notes

This casserole is easy to make ahead; just store the creamy base in the dish and add the cornflake topping before baking. It pairs well with roasted chicken or a green salad.