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Hash brown casserole II

80 min
hard
13 ingredients
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Hash brown casserole II

Hash brown casserole is a very popular dish in American cuisine, especially in the southern United States. Its origin dates back to the simple and comforting combination of shredded potatoes, cheese, and creams, elements that reflect the homestyle tradition and the influence of North American fast and home cooking. In Latin America, although there is no identical version with the same name, similar dishes that combine potatoes, cheeses, and creams can be found in different countries. For example, in Mexico they might be called "potato gratin casseroles," and in Argentina, dishes known as "creamed potatoes" share a similar base. The term "hash browns" specifically refers to shredded and fried potatoes, very popular in American-style breakfasts.

This casserole is an excellent option for those who enjoy creamy and flavorful meals, perfect for family gatherings or as a comforting main dish. Its versatility allows it to be adapted with different types of cheeses or additional ingredients according to taste and availability.

How to Prepare Hash Brown Casserole II

Grease a medium saucepan with cooking spray.

Place over medium heat until hot.

Add the onion and sauté for 3 minutes or until tender.

Add the flour, mustard, and salt.

Stir well and cook for an additional minute.

Remove from heat.

Gradually add the milk and broth, mix with a wire whisk until combined.

Cook over medium heat for 5 minutes or until thickened, stirring constantly.

Remove from heat.

Add the cheeses and pepper, stirring until the cheeses melt.

Incorporate the sour cream.

Combine the cheese mixture with the potatoes.

Stir well.

Place in a 13 x 9 x 2-inch baking dish greased with cooking spray.

Sprinkle with paprika.

Cover and bake at 350 °F for 35 minutes.

Uncover and bake for an additional 35 minutes.

Hash brown casserole II

Ingredients (13)

  • Onions
  • Vegetable oil cooking spray
  • All-purpose wheat flour
  • Dry mustard
  • Salt
  • Skim milk
  • Fat-free chicken broth
  • Low-fat cheddar cheese
  • Low-fat Swiss cheese
  • Pepper
  • Fat-free sour cream
  • Frozen Southern-style shredded hash brown potatoes
  • Paprika

Instructions (17 steps)

  1. 1 Grease a medium saucepan with cooking spray.
  2. 2 Place over medium heat until hot.
  3. 3 Add the onion and sauté for 3 minutes or until tender.
  4. 4 Add the flour, mustard, and salt.
  5. 5 Stir well and cook for an additional minute.
  6. 6 Remove from heat.
  7. 7 Gradually add the milk and broth, mixing with a wire whisk until combined.
  8. 8 Cook over medium heat for 5 minutes or until thickened, stirring constantly.
  9. 9 Remove from heat.
  10. 10 Add the cheeses and pepper, stirring until the cheeses melt.
  11. 11 Incorporate the sour cream.
  12. 12 Combine the cheese mixture with the potatoes.
  13. 13 Stir well.
  14. 14 Place in a 13 x 9 x 2-inch baking dish greased with cooking spray.
  15. 15 Sprinkle with paprika.
  16. 16 Cover and bake at 350 °F for 35 minutes.
  17. 17 Uncover and bake for an additional 35 minutes.

Nutritional Information

Calories: 216 kcal
Protein: 29%
Carbohydrates: 10%
Fat: 5%
Sugar: 14%
Sodium: 15%

Percent Daily Value for nutrients; calories are shown in kcal.

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Main Dishes

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Preparation Time Dish Main Ingredient Cuisine Preparation Occasions North American Breakfast Casseroles Side Dishes Potatoes Vegetables American Oven Dietary Equipment 4 Hours Or Less