Cheesy Potato Casserole (Funeral Potatoes)
Cheesy Potato Casserole is better known to many as Funeral Potatoes, not because you only eat them at funerals, but because they’re a staple for feeding large groups of people. Nearly every church potluck dinner, large family gathering or luncheon I’ve ever attended features several pans of this cheesy potato dish alongside a ham, salad and rolls. There are dozens of variations to this recipe, but this one is our tried and true. It’s been a family favorite for generations and it’s always devoured quickly. We make them every year for our Easter dinner as it goes perfectly with Easter ham and all the trimmings. No matter what you serve it with or where you serve it, you’ll absolutely love this potato casserole.
Crunchy Corn Flake Topping
It may sound strange to you, but I promise you will love it! Adding a couple of cups of crushed corn flakes gives this Funeral Potato casserole a golden brown crust, a delightful crunch and a nutty, buttery flavor that goes so well with all the cheese and cream in the potatoes. Any brand of corn flakes will do.
Variations to Cheesy Potato Casserole
Add finely diced onion (about half a cup) to your Funeral Potatoes for extra flavor. If you don’t like the crunch of onions, you can grate the onion too.Add cubed ham and add it straight to the potatoes for a delicious meaty meal.Mix bacon or diced chicken into the potatoes.Omit the crunchy corn flake topping and sprinkle with extra cheese.Cook up your own potatoes instead of using diced hash browns. You’ll need 6-8 good size potatoes to make Funeral Potatoes. Just peel and dice into bite size pieces and follow the rest of the instructions in the recipe card below.You can use shredded hash browns for a different texture too!
What to Serve with Funeral Potatoes
This deliciously cheesy Funeral Potato casserole pairs beautifully with our Honey Baked Ham Copycat Recipe or our Slow Cooker Ham with Maple and Brown Sugar. Try these other recipes for dinner too:
Sweet Teriyaki Grilled Ham SteaksEasy Instant Pot Chicken BreastsOven Roasted Green BeansRosemary Tri-Tip RoastLemon Pepper Chicken
More Perfect Potato Recipes
Hailing from Idaho, we know a thing or two about good potato recipes, besides these Funeral Potatoes. Try a few of our very favorites!
Parmesan Baked Potato HalvesTwice Baked PotatoesPerfect Mashed PotatoesCreamed Potatoes and PeasSlow Cooker Au Gratin Potatoes and Ham
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