My husband does Weight Watchers and my father has a limited diet due to heart issues, so I was thrilled to find this sans cream soup recipe. When I make them a day ahead of time, I refrigerate them after spreading in the pan (and I refrigerate the topping separately). Hi Trish, I prefer to use medium or sharp cheddar cheese. this recipe looks great! Ive always used the dreaded mushroom soup but know it isnt the best option, why, knowing how Mel feels about the dreaded soup, I didnt check this site for a better recipe I will never know but here I am. I invited a friend over Easter morning when I found out she didnt have any place to go and she asked if she could bring funeral potatoes I had no clue what they were but they were wonderful and now I have the receipe. These are the ticket. Mel! Required fields are marked *. If not, maybe adding to the cooking time would do it? Thanks for a soup-free version, although Im a purist and cant stand the frozen hashbrownsthey dont taste right or get soft enough. Used frozen potatoes without any issue (cooked a bit longer) and added a couple cloves of minced garlic with the onions. Add the frozen potatoes and shredded cheese and stir once more to mix thoroughly. The thing missing in this casserole is meat, so serve it with meat entrees such as, If youre feeding a hungry crowd, pair the casserole with another carb-loaded dish, such as, Find the casserole way too rich? In a medium bowl, toss the lightly crushed cornflakes with the butter until evenly combined. Step 2: Mix the sour cream, cream of chicken soup, salt, black pepper, dry mustard, and 2 cups of sharp cheddar cheese together in a large bowl. Otherwise, the potatoes wont crisp up. I made these for Easter dinner and they were a big hit. Ill have to try your recipe! Here youll find simple and delicious recipes that you can make in 30 minutes or less. My question is have you ever tried to make these ahead of time? Crowd Pleaser! The sour cream and thyme are good additions I hadnt been adding, but will next time. This is the best funeral potatoes recipe I have come across. Set aside. cup dehydrated onion flakes. When I was a little girl, I remember the fancy Sunday dinners my family would eat at my grandmas home. We are compensated for referring traffic. We are huge fans of these cheesy potatoes (what we call them). Made this for Easter dinner to change things up from the usual funeral potatoes. Thanks for helping make our Easter complete even all the way over here! This casserole recipe is the ultimate comfort food. Then add the sour cream, cheese, and diced green onions. Whisk together the sour cream, cream of chicken soup, milk, cup melted butter, salt and pepper. Wow! Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F. Lightly grease a 9X13-inch baking pan with cooking spray and set aside. Preheat the oven to 350F. Works 99% as well as wheat flour. Add the thawed potatoes to the saucepan with the sauce and stir. Plus that easy homemade sauce is canned soup free and tastier than ever! When I dont have corn flakes, I use crumbled potato chips without the butter. They are the best part in my book. Those canned cream soups are full of total junk. Given and took them to a church dinner and still frozen in the middle lol. Made a half recipe with regular potatoes this evening.that sauce is very tasty! How much liquid do you add to the cooker? I usually use at least a cup of water, but sometimes Ill add more. But youre one of the first people that has ever even mentioned using anything other than hash browns as an option so I was tickled to see that. It just wasnt that great. Thanks for this recipe! Love the idea of substituting Ritz crackers or potato chips for the topping as well. I havent had browning issues, Alli since the potatoes are well-covered in the sauce. I was so excited to find a version of this recipe that didnt have canned soup. Im wondering if you really need to precook the potatoes if you arent using hash browns. Put back in the oven and continue to cook until it's bubbling on the sides and in the middle, about 20-30 more minutes depending on your oven. Place the hash browns, 4 tablespoons butter, cream of chicken soup, sour cream, onion, salt, pepper, garlic powder, onion powder and cheddar cheese in a bowl. I have heard in other parts of the country that the recipe is known as party potatoes. I cant wait to try this one! I use a bag of Simply Potatoes from the refrigerated section of the store, usually near the eggs. I made this today for a funeral of a member of our congregation, I have made it twice and love this recipe without the canned creamed soup. One of my faves. I LOVE that youve posted this recipe without using Cream of Chicken soup! I never occurred to me to make them without the condensed soup. Top with browned crushed cornflakes and bake as instructed. This assures your potatoes will be cooked and heated through. My husband felt they were a bit bland, but the entire pan was gone by the end of the night! Too late, though. Mel, I love your recipes. I know theyll love it too! Will they end up mushy? Were currently living in West Africa and my moms recipe with canned soup is impossible to make, so your recipes are amazingly perfect for me. *In many Mormon and some Southern circles, these types of potatoes are known as funeral potatoes, since they are often traditionally served with ham at the meal following a funeral. I look forward to eating them every Christmas and Easter. I think I need to make it now! I was looking for a recipe with no canned soup. I think the combo sounds delicious. Preheat oven to 350. Once I even made these potatoes to feed a crowd of 400 for a church holiday party. Preheat oven to 350F. I make mine a little different. Then top them with a crunchy buttery topping and it's next level deliciousness. As an added bonus, this casserole is a cinch to make! Thanks for all your recipes and comments waayyy better than pinterest! But now that I have found a cream of mushroom soup free recipe, I will definitely be trying these. That is why You know youre a rock star because Im willing to try a recipe of yours just because you say its good when past experience has my taste buds saying otherwise. Ive made this several times in the crock pot (without the topping) and it turns out fabulously. Oh my goodness. Hi Julianne I usually peel and boil them until tender (in large pieces, usually just cut in half). Add potatoes to mixture and stir until all combined. The cornflakes on top are always our favorite part. Kind of depends on my mood. Thanks for a great recipe without cream soup in it! Thank you! Bake the funeral potatoes for 40 to 45 minutes. Works very well, just add the cornflake topping before baking. 5 small to medium potatoes yielded about 3 1/2 cups shredded, and that was perfect. Mix: In a large bowl combine the onions, garlic, hash browns, soup, sour cream, parmesan cheese, salt and pepper and 1 cups cheddar cheese. Just thought Id warn people who might be headed out to a church dinner and the potatoes arent ready. Made this for Christmas dinner. Very nice that way. I will be trying this on Easter! We called these special potatoes growing up and now that I have your recipe, without the cream soup, theyll make an appearance more often! Thanks for all the fantastic recipes! Funeral potatoes are hearty, delicious, and easy to make. Add hash browns and shredded cheese, stir. Fold in the thawed hash browns until well combined. Add the garlic and saute, just until fragrant. I added a little dried rosemary (less than 1/2 t) because it was next to the thyme in my pantry. It worked like a charm. One year I used Costco sized ones and that was too much! Cant wait to try them! 2023 Mel's Kitchen Cafe. Im excited to try this one and from a real Mormon, so they have to be legit. Does this recipe double well? I doubt anyone would even know the difference. Transfer the onions to a large bowl. These are gonna make for some yummy leftovers this week! Might as well go to that effort for a dish as yummy as this! Now I want to buy more potatoes so I can make it again:). This one goes into permanent rotation. I use potato chips as well. Thanks for sharing. posted on March 19, 2018 (last updated May 2, 2023), Your email address will not be published. Can I substitute rice flour for the 1/4 cup flour? Not that theres anything wrong with it, but I have in-laws with an MSG allergy and always have to adjust recipes that call for it, so this is perfect for our next family dinner! No one seemed to mind or even notice! But they dont have that creamy consistency of the recipe you make with the cream soup. With all that cheesy goodness, it seems doubtful anyone in my family would notice the difference. Ive made this recipe a few times now, and just returning to say how great it is. Would definitely like to try it without the cream of chicken soup. I do not typically make them anymore. Thanks for all the yummy recipes, this is my go to place when making my meal plan for the week. Thanks! Funeral potatoes? Can this casserole be made ahead and frozen? Also cut up about 6-7 slices of Dougs Deli smoked ham. Three cups broth and two cups milk seemed like to much. I have made these several times now. If shredding, it helps if the potatoes are completely cooled and even chilled a bit in the refrigerator. This may sound like a strange question butcould you please tell me how much (aproximately) your large onions weigh? Stefani it is definitely worth a try. But, in case you want to make an even heartier meal out of it, these dishes make for the perfect accompaniment to funeral potatoes. It says a lot about you that I am going to give these a try only because I trust you. I dont mind the frozen hash browns at all, either, because the brand I buy contains only one ingredient: potatoes. Hi, Mel. No wonder its in demand on almost every special occasion you can think of: Christmas, Easter, Thanksgiving, you name it. I prepared ham and homemade crescent rolls and wanted to make twice baked potatoes, but we only had reds. Your recipe makes it easier to change it to gluten free recipe without the cream of chicken soup. I will be trying this no soup recipe for sure. Copyright 2023 InsanelyGoodRecipes.com Quick & Easy Recipes Your notes say about 30 ounces of potatoes, which is just under 2 pounds. My moms cheesy au gratin potatoes (often called cheesy funeral potatoes in other circles*) ruined me for classic French-style au gratin potatoes long before I even knew what real au gratin potatoes were. 1 cups grated Cheddar cheese. Add some heat to the casserole by mixing in some jalapenos. Great recipe! Be the first to rate this post. I have been searching for a recipe without cream soup in it. The Funeral Potatoes are always my favorite part of the meal! It is sure to win Ardmore over. I made this exact recipe for our Easter dinner it was a hit for sure! Well be gone for several hours Easter morning, so Im making your slow cooker ham recipe and would like to try cooking these potatoes in another slow cooker at the same time so everything is ready when we get home. Mix it well. I added a little extra onion powder to the mix and crunched crackers on top instead of cornflakes. Im still drooling over how delicious these potatoes were. Preheat your oven to 375. I also throw in a litte cayenne(I like it spicy) and sometimes some bacon bits. Very yummy made with a package of brown and serve frozen breakfast sausage diced and stirred in along with a cup of either frozen corn or peas. Thank you! Cut the potatoes any way you want them. HELP! The key is to let them cool completely and chill them before shredding otherwise they just turn to mush. Do you think Greek yogurt would sub okay for the sour cream? Spread in the prepared pan. Ive famous among my family and friends for my funeral potatoes, but I am giving these a whirl, I love that you dont use cream of chicken. This makes them really creamy. Potatoes and melted cheese are a match made in yummy heaven. Thaw the potatoes completely before mixing in the other ingredients. I will try your recipe the next time I make it! Any ideas on using regular potatoes. Ah, the beauty of Pinterest which is where I found this delicious recipe. Thanks again Mel for sharing your recipes with us all! WHAT ARE FUNERAL POTATOES? Bacon crumbled on top instead of the cereal or ham chunks stirred in have both been yummy variations. Then put the mostly thawed potatoes into a big glass bowl and microwave, covered for two minutes, stir, and microwave another two minutes. Funeral potatoes just sounds morbid! I saw a similar recipe that said you could freeze this before the baking stage to use as a freezer meal side dish. I would not have been able to create the sauce without condensed soup which thanks to your inspiration we do not use Thanks for another great recipe Mel! If I need a new recipe, I always to to your website!! THANK YOU!!! You can either freeze the casserole pre- or post-baking. Cheesy potatoes seems like an appropriate name though! au gratin potatoes!) Do you think it would be ok if cooked in a crock pot? Good luck! Gotta try it soon. Mels recipes never disappoint but I know to watch out when recipe calls for thyme from now on. Stir it until lightly browned. I LOVE YOU! Hey Mel! Place your potatoes in a colander. Your food is loved in Europe too . Let me show you how. Au gratin is a special one. Its everything you can dream of in a casserole in that its rich, decadent, and loaded with ooey-gooey cheesy goodness. She couldnt remember funeral potatoes, so she asked for deadpotatoes! Love your recipes! Mix corn flakes and butter together. We called them Mr. Dells Cheesy Potatoes because they were literally the potatoes on the back of the Mr. Dells Hash Brown bag, LOL! I leave out the thyme because my husband doesnt like that herb; he can detect the smallest hint! Ill make them again soon and make a final note. Mix ingredients. Guess whats on the menu for Sunday? As a side note, I often make them without the cornflake topping, and theyre still 5 stars! Having been to US before, I know that what you describe as large onion is much, much bigger than what is considered as large in my home country and when I tried to google it, I got answers ranging from 2 to 16 ounces. I made it with the shredded hashbrowns but without the cornflake topping. Thanks. I peeled the potatoes first, cut in half length wise and boiled 15 minutes. I was so happy to have this recipe to use instead with things I always have. Can I add the corn flake crumbs then or should I put them on right before putting in the oven? Pour 6 TBSP of melted butter over the top. , My mom always calls these Company Hashbrowns! I love these potatoes. Would I still use 1/4 cup? I felt like a rockstar making this whole dish from scratch! I used Italian herb seasoning instead and threw in a little Cajun, as well. Can you make ahead for next day or freeze? I always make them in smaller dishes and freeze without topping (I use potato chips) Just thaw in fridge and bake for about 30 min for a 1.5 cup serving. I plan to make them the night before. Ive been scouring the internet for a funeral potato recipe without canned soup! document.getElementById( "ak_js_1" ).setAttribute( "value", ( new Date() ).getTime() ); I make what we call Hashbrown Casserole several times a year. Let it cool for a while before slicing. Made these with a wheat free flour and wheat free cereal since my daughter is allergic to wheat. I make it for holiday occasions. They are a standard go-to side dish for so many main dishes all year long. I am assuming then a natural pressure release follows the cook time. This is my favorite cheesy potato recipe! Thanks for sharing this! Definitely outshines the canned soup version, and its so much better for you. Butter a 913 inch pan. I have always known these as Grandma Potatoes, since it was my husbands grandmother that introduced these to everyone. I am excited to try these. Season lightly with salt and black pepper. If you try it let me know! I have used plain Greek yogurt as a sub for the sour cream since the beginning and its amazing! cheese + potatoes = win, every time. I skip the cornflake topping. Were from the Midwest. Awesome funeral potatoes! 2 pounds 2 diced frozen hash browns, thawed, 2 2 (10.75-ounce) cans condensed cream of chicken soup. I also use green onions instead of a yellow onion. I will definitely make this again! Your blog is amazing, and I am hungry . If you put foil in an 88 pan, add the mixture w/o the cornflakes & then when it is frozen solid in the pan you can use the foil to lift it out & wrap tightly & keep in the freezer w/o tying up your pan. Thank you, once again, for an amazing recipe. Melt the butter in a large pot over medium heat. Its like the culture was trying to send a message or something. Everythings better with bacon. 1 (30 ounce) package frozen shredded hash browns, thawed. Cover the dish with plastic wrap and aluminum foil and freeze for up to 3 months. In a pinch, frosted flakes.sounds disgusting but disturbingly good! I tried Frosted Flakes instead of the regular corn flakes to add a little sweetness and they were huge hit. It's a potato casserole recipe made with hashbrown potatoes, cheese, creamed soup (usually), and topped most commonly with cornflakes (I used potato chips). I made these potatoes for a baby shower brunch today and they were fabulous. I made these last night, and they were quite good! This dishs name might be a downer, but it definitely wont disappoint in the flavor department. au gratin potatoes!) Sorry. If you have never subbed the buttered corn flakes (ew, imo) for crumbled Ritz crackers, YOU NEED to try it. I made this tonight and it was delicious!!!! I made this recipe tonight for dinner and my husband and I loved them. I know it is a weird name for them. Im dying to make these for Easter, but my mother-in-law is allergic to gluten. Preheat the oven to 350 degrees Fahrenheit. I think I am going to need to give these a try soon! We love funeral potatoes! Thats what my mom and grandmother called them too. Funeral potatoes are an easy-to-make and even easier-to-love comfort food casserole that is totally heaven sent. They are so versatile. These potatoes have become a family favorite in my house. Drain and let cool and then shred on a box grater or dice into small pieces. Preheat your oven to 350F, and add the potatoes to a 9x13 baking dish. Okay, after third & final baby I am trying to return to my wedding day size & weight. Repeat for a total of six to eight minutes until potatoes are cooked. Whatever you like to call them doesnt matter. Also made the green bean casserole which was awesome as well! um, I meanI LOVE you! Looks delicious! Save my name, email, and website in this browser for the next time I comment. I would like to make them again, what did I do wrong. So funny to see that this is a tradition in Utah! Thanks for a great recipe, far superior to the cream of mushroom variety! Making Funeral Potatoes. Stir in the salt, pepper and thyme. Thank you! Preheat oven to 350F and grease a 913 casserole dish or other similar size glass baking dish and set aside. Recipe originally published April 2011; updated with new pictures/commentary/recipe notes. Our family loves it with Ritz crackers too! More cheesy goodness in every bite. Have you substituted sweet potatoes for the hash browns in this recipe? Have something light on the side like a. Preheat the oven to 350 degrees Fahrenheit. Mix together well. I am loving your easter meal planning post! i look forward to giving this recipe a try thank you! I would bake it from frozen, adding about an hour (or a bit longer) onto the baking time. I made these today and they were perfect with ribs and coleslaw. Oh and by the way, I loved your tip about cooking the potatoes in the Instant Pot. They turned out great! Of all the many wonderful things Ive cooked from your site, this dish knocked me off the low-calorie wagon. Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F. Coat an 88 inch baking dish with nonstick cooking spray. I also wrote up my notes on making these potatoes ahead of time; lifesaver. Au gratin potatoes? Just saw that you gave that option. Stir until well combined. Since I live alone, I put the potatoes in small casseroles and freeze. Ever notice how Easter and funerals have the same meal. Easy Recipe! And I had never grated potatoes before. The day before we would like to have it, I pull a bag out and let it thaw in the fridge. Sprinkle the crushed brown cornflakes evenly on top. Thanks for taking the time to let me know! Not using cream soup in your funeral potatoes is just weird! Im not sure why it turned out that way. Step 3: Stir in hash browns and onions. Thank you for posting theseI love cheesy potatoes with corn flakes on top, except my moms recipe always used the crumbs and cream of chicken soup so this is a great alternative! Loved it and especially no cream of something soup. If making the day before do u hold off on baking until the next day? It seemed like the right amount with the sauce. Thanks, Melanie! Add 1/2 an onion, chopped. Its absolutely delish! join 50,000 others to make cooking easy and fun! Thoughts anyone? No Cream of Soup Potato Casserole (aka Funeral Potatoes), Funeral Potatoes - 20 Best Recipes Funeral Potatoes, No Cream of Soup Funeral Potatoes Sister Mommies, No Cream of Soup Potato Casserole (aka Funeral Potatoes) | Real - casserole. No, no. These cheesy funeral potatoes (au gratin potatoes/cheesy potatoes/WHATEVER) have been on my site for over five years now, and I make them all the time. Melt the 60g/1/4 cup butter in a skillet and saute the onions until softened and turning golden brown. I served the potatoes with grilled pork chops, rosemary bread, skillet green beans, and strawberry spinach salad (all your recipes!). When you cook the potatoes in the pressure cooker for 4ish minutes, do you natural release the pressure or quick release? Since were all about the lower sodium options in our house, I use some new potatoes that Ive cooked ahead of time and sliced thin. Another name to add to the mix . We have always called them Heart Attack Potatoes!!! We cant wait to eat the leftovers this week! Loved these!!!! Mel, do you quarter your russets or just half them. Ham and Funeral Potatoes are what we had for Easter dinner. I think you could use an onion ranging as low as 200 grams and be fine. When I make these I have to use real potatoes. Cheddar, gouda, mozzarella, anything goes. I cut them in fourths, boil them, put them into the 913 pan and smash them roughly with a potato masher, then pour the sauce over it. They truly were my favorite holiday food as a child though. I forgot to get cornflakes when I shopped, so improvised with crushed goldfish crackers. You should try it with real potatoes sometime. Next time I think Ill increase the amount of both! I just subbed the wheat flour for a GF blend, and used Erewhon brand cornflakes on top (which taste to me exactly like Kelloggs but just dont have the malt flavoring) and they turned out amazing! There is a lot of water in the frozen potatoes. I boil the potatoes until tender, peel and then grate them. Definitely. I always liked shredded vrs dice hashbrowns. Fantastic!!! Gently fold in hash browns and spread out in the prepared baking dish. Glad to find a recipe without the canned soup! Pretty embarrassing. Spread mixture into prepared baking dish. Scoop out the potato mixture into a 9x13-inch pan and briefly set aside. One thing I would add to this recipe is 1-2 cloves garlic minced (cook with the onions) or you can use a little garlic powder. Made these tonight and they were definitely a WINNER! LAYER. Im planning to make it for a brunch but my oven space is limited. Thanks Mel. Soon. 1 cup crushed potato chips I left out the thyme because sometimes my husband doesnt like it. Cover the casserole with plastic wrap and refrigerate it for up to 4 days. It was an amazing dinner! They were so yummy. I love running, cooking, and curling up with a good book! I hope you LOVE them if you try them, Brenda! Thats what makes funeral potatoes a fantastic make-ahead dish! Funeral potatoes were my favorite growing up. Awesome! AMAZING! My three daughters and I are huge fans of yours. Hi Mel, Im going to double this recipe. I also make them (with the dreaded mushroom soup, but I am going to try your way!) Yum! I did sprinkle on a little extra cheese on top. We usually use frosted flakes for the topping though it just adds a little sweetness for my sweet tooth! Cant wait to try this for Easter dinner tomorrow. You could definitely try I wouldnt add the topping until toward the end, though. I used thyme powder and it was too strong. Cooking time and temp depends on how much and which slow cooker Im using, and when Im going to need it done. Thanks Mel we have enjoyed many of your recipes. Ooo, now this is my kind of gratin! I havent read too far in the comments, but if anyone is wondering, I made these tonight for Easter dinner with gluten free (Bobs Red mill) flour, and they turned out fantastic! To make it gluten free I can change the flour and make sure the corn flakes are gf. Ive tweaked the old version by adding a squirt of Dijon mustard to the sauce and some parmesan cheese to the topping, very yummy! Yummy as always, Mel. Ope. Thanks Mel! I made these for the second time the other day (the first time I baked it a little too long, so it wasnt quite as good), and they are wonderful. I havent read all the comments to see if anyone else said this already, but, MEL! Im so ashamed & so full! Thirty years later we are still laughing and sometimes still call them dead potatoes! Im allergic to onions so I omitted that step, but I am in love with these potatoes! You could definitely try! We make them at least 3xs a month! (especially when preggers!!) AND, my mom made them with a homemade, canned soup-free knockoff sauce long before that kind of thing was even popular (go mom!). My family doenst like the hashbrowns. These were SO GOOD! Todays No Cream of Soup Potato Casserole recipe is what is traditionally known here in Utah as funeral potatoes. They even tasted better the second day. I cannot eat msg without throwing up so no Campbell soup in my food. We call them happy potatoesfuneral potatoes is too depressing. I love these too! By then, the cornflake topping was no longer crunchy and it made the whole dish just bleh! Did you use the correct amount of flour too? Im sure these would have been WONDERFUL as a fresh-out-of-the-oven dish.however our plans changed at the last minute the other day when I made these, so I ended up having to serve them as leftovers the next day. I will be happy to try this recipe. Yeah, I agree about the fresh potatoes. The leftovers of mine make a pretty delicious potato soup if you add some extra liquid. Ha ha, we call them Methodist Potatoes cause the Methodist church from where I grew up served them at every get together, especially funeral dinners, hence, funeral potatoes. Season with salt and pepper, to taste. Cant wait to try it. You can also refrigerate overnight. Stir well to combine. Remove from heat. The crispy topping is my favorite part of the whole thing! Instructions Checklist Step 1 Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Funeral potatoes are an easy, delicious and cheesy side dish to serve for any meal, family dinner, office potluck, football tailgate, holiday gather and so much more! Diane Hash browns are precooked a bit, Im pretty sure, so if you are going to use raw potatoes, Id definitely increase the baking time. I made these potatoes last night (using frozen shredded hash browns because it is faster) and they were delicious! Also added a minced clove of garlic into the sauce. For the person who said NOT using cream soup is weird, I just have to say- I love this recipe specifically because it doesnt contain that crap! Thanks Mel! Thank you so much, Mel, for sharing your recipes! I++added+diced+cooked+chicken,+carrots+&+peas. You nailed this!! Top the potatoes with the cornflake mixture right before going in the oven (so they dont get soggy). They are gooey and delicious, and no one misses the canned soup. Ive tried cheddar and mushroom and theyve both worked well. . I did wait to cook and they were amazing. I loved the creaminess though! My husband is always happy when I make them. Ingredients That You'll Need: Butter: To saute the onion and garlic. I am going to have these potatoes for Easter. Also, when you make these potatoes do you typically use the frozen hash browns or shred your own potatoes? As for the exact amount, it looks like I need to do some new and improved tweaking to this recipe. Preheat oven to 350F. Hash Browns: Frozen shredded hash brown potatoes that you have thawed or you can make your own. This is exactly whats on the menu for my kids summer family birthday party Your recipes are my go to recipes and are the best Mel! I make something very similar, based off a friends tater tot casserole recipe. I love that this recipe doesnt use canned soups. Today's No Cream of Soup Potato Casserole recipe is what is traditionally known here in Utah as funeral potatoes. So seriously, thank you for making these better! Spread evenly in a 9x13 casserole dish. I hope that helps! Oh now Im unsure. Next time I think Ill increase the amount of both! I think I misread the ingredients on this one last night though 3 cups of crushed cornflakes is a little different than 3 cups of cornflakes crushed we just brushed off the extras. This recipe is brought to you by Cache Valley Cheese The Best Funeral Potatoes Recipe If you grew up in Utah, there's a 99.9% chance you've had (and loved) funeral potatoes. Disclaimer: I am a participant in the Amazon Services LLC Associates Program, an affiliate advertising program designed to provide a means for me to earn fees by linking to Amazon.com and affiliated sites. I made these potatoes when we made a meal to serve to 25 ladies. Bake for 40 to 45 minutes. I forgot to add, I didnt have corn flakes, so I used crushed potato chips. Stir and cook until the onions are soft and translucent. You may need to add 1 to 2 minutes to the total bake time, depending on how cold the casserole is when you start baking. We loved it! The next day I put it in my slow cooker and cook it for several hours, and take the slow cooker with us to wherever we are going. Now,the traditional recipe I know calls for a can of cream of chicken or cream of mushroom soup. My daughters particularly make a lot of your recipes for their families. so it will catch on I promise. My family loved this recipe. No need for cream of anything soup I am in!!! I made this for my daughters baptism over the weekend. These were the best Ive hadand Ive had a lot in my days! Others may have suggested this, but its even better with cubed potatoes (instead of hash-brown style)! David LOVES these. . Also, sharp or mild cheddar cheese. I call these Mels potatoes. I have never tried this dish. These cheesy funeral potatoes (i.e. Never heard of Funeral Potatoes! I share recipes for people who LOVE good food, but want to keep things simple :). Worked great! 1. FYI ~ We call these church potatoes because every time theres a carry-in dinner at church, at least one person brings a potato casserole. Every recipe I see usually only calls or 1-2 cups, and thats just silly. Let them sit until thawed and drained. Instructions. This was the only thing missing! Thanks for posting! The sauce is delicate so doesnt need much to give it a good flavor. Add one can of Cream of Chicken Soup (Yes you can substitute cream of mushroom) and one 7.5 oz container of Whipped Philadelphia Chive Cream Cheese. ps I have no idea how I found your website, but most recently I adapted a banana split pie recipe using part of yours (I will make YOURS soon, but it was for my 3rd olds bday and I was looking for some short couts!). Very idea to include hash browns and cornflakes. Ill be cooking it again this year for thanksgiving. Combine the diced hash browns, sour cream, cream of chicken, 1 stick of melted butter with shredded cheddar cheese, and add in some garlic powder. Hi Amanda I believe someone who commented above actually did try it in a crockpot and it worked out. Yes, Id bake when ready to serve (not the day before). Growing up we called these cheesy potatoes. YesI wait to add the topping until Im ready to bake them. Use whatever melty cheese you have on hand! Im still new to the pressure cooker . Yuck! Perfect salty topping! Oh my goodness I can pick out the frozen hash brown ones from a mile away!!! Ive been faithful to stay within my daily calories. I have gotten many EXCELLENT recipes from your blog and I plan to make these potatoes for the first time for Easter. I know this is an older recipe, but I wanted to tell you how much I love it! I plan to make these for my brothers birthday next month. with that buttery cornflake topping are so easy and delicious! I made these to go with our Easter dinner yesterday and they were fabulous. Will be put into our rotation for sure. Bring to a boil and then reduce then simmer, stirring frequently, until the mixture is slightly thickened, about 5 minutes. We were introduced to as young adults and called it cholesterol potatoes. I dont think the in-laws who introduced it to us called it that but when we got the recipe, thats how we referred to it, but we made it and loved it. I use the frozen diced potatoes and breadcrumbs because I dont eat cornflakes. I needed to take funeral potatoes to a funeral at church this morning, but had no cream of chicken in the house because its not something I keep on hand. Thank you, Mel, for this cheesy potato recipe. I love that you dont use any cream of chicken, one change to the recipe I will gladly accept! Melt the butter in a large skillet and add the crushed cornflakes. So creamy, so cheesy, so tasty. Not sure if corn starch would sub ok, or if should try an alternate flour like tapioca or arrowroot. Thanks in advance! One of the great comfort foods. Never knew Corn Flakes could taste so good on top of potatoes! Its our new favorite funeral potato For the Topping: Crush corn flakes lightly in a ziploc bag. I was excited to try this because being gluten-free canned soups even the gluten-free soups just dont cut it. Let the potatoes rest for 10 minutes . I nixed the crunchy topping, although Im sure it could be crisped it in a pan on the stove and then sprinkled on top just before serving. This is always without the topping, and sometimes I also give it a little stir while its cooking. I used the Orieda Hash browns that have the peppers in them (two 28 oz bags) It was like potatoe soup. Could you make this a slow cooker meal? Ive never topped it with cornflakes, though. I have the all purpose gluten free flour that I use in many of my non baking recipes. 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