Hash Brown Casserole Without Soup

If you're looking for the best hash brown casserole recipe made without soup you've come to the right place! This casserole is oh-so-cheesy, perfectly crispy, and loaded with flawlessly seasoned potatoes - trust me, you'll be hooked on it from the minute you take a scoop. It's just an all-around delicious casserole the whole family will love and it's so easy to make too. In fact, less than a handful of steps are all it takes to put it together.

My Take On Making Hash Brown Casserole Without Soup

This hash brown casserole is one of my go-to easy brunch recipes to make!

The reason I say that is because number one, just a few simple steps are all you have to follow to make it; and number two, it's just downright delicious.

The flavor of the casserole - while simple - is oh-so-cheesy and oh-so-yummy. It's basically like loaded hash browns but in casserole form. How good does that sound?

So good, right?!

Plus, as I alluded to just a second ago it's a synch to make. Less than a handful of steps - prep, cook, mix, and bake - are all you have to follow to put it together.

By the way, if you're looking for some more tasty brunch recipes to pair with this hash brown casserole I highly recommend serving it with this breakfast sausage recipe and/or this air fryer turkey bacon. I usually serve it with both.

Why This Recipe Works

Versatile. You can serve this for breakfast, lunch, or dinner. It's delicious any time of day!

Simple ingredients. You probably have everything you need to make this recipe at home already.

Crowd-pleaser. Kids and adults always love these cheesy hash browns, so you know the casserole will be a hit whenever you serve it.

Ingredients 

As I mentioned above, the ingredients for this cheesy hashbrown casserole recipe are simple, and the steps don't take much time.

Better yet, these ingredients are loved by even the pickiest of eaters. Thanks to its versatility and homemade charm, everyone really falls in love with this hash brown casserole. Atleast they do at our house.

Anyway, check out everything that you need:

• 5 cups frozen shredded hash browns, thawed (8-10 pieces, depending on the size)
• 1 cup half and half
• 1 tablespoon cornstarch
• 1 tablespoon butter
• 2 teaspoons minced garlic
• ½ yellow onion chopped
• ½ teaspoon kosher salt
• ¼ teaspoon ground black pepper
• ½ teaspoon dried dill optional
• 1 cup sour cream
• 1 ¼ cup shredded sharp cheddar cheese and Monterey Jack blend

You can use a lot of these same ingredients to make this ham and hash brown casserole. It's another one of the best hash brown casserole recipes, so check that out next!

How To Make Cheesy Hashbrown Casserole 

1. Prep: Heat the oven to 480°F (250ºC). Combine the half and half with the cornstarch in a small bowl, and set it aside.

2. Cook: Heat the butter in a non-stick skillet and add the garlic and onion to the melted butter. Cook for 5 minutes or until the onion is translucent. Season with salt and pepper and stir. Add the dill and cornstarch cream mixture and cook for a couple more minutes or until it starts to get thick.

3. Mix: In a bowl, combine the hash browns, everything from the skillet, and sour cream. Mix until all of the ingredients are well combined.

4. Bake and serve: Transfer the mixture to a baking tray and top it all off with the shredded cheese. Bake for 10-15 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly. Let it cool for a few minutes, then serve and enjoy!

Tips To Make The Best Recipe

• Add veggies like bell peppers, jalapenos, broccoli, or green onions.
• Add protein like diced ham, ground turkey, or crumbled bacon.
• Use mozzarella cheese, pepper jack cheese, white cheddar cheese, or a mix of everything.
• Swap sour cream for cream cheese to make a more decadent casserole.
• Mix all of the ingredients thoroughly before adding the creamy cheese sauce to the baking dish.

How To Store Cheesy Hash Brown Casserole 

So, this cheesy hash brown casserole will make about 6 servings. And, I'm not going to lie, odds are if you make this for a family breakfast you won't have any leftovers.

However, if you do, you can store this cheesy hash brown casserole in the casserole dish directly with a cover on top. Alternatively, you can transfer it into a couple of airtight containers and it will keep in the fridge for about 3-4 days.

How To Reheat Hash Brown Casserole

Now, if you store your leftovers in the fridge, you'll probably want to reheat them.

And to do that, the quickest way is to put an individual-sized serving in the microwave and cook it in 30-second increments until warmed through.

Or, you can reheat the hash brown casserole in an oven - or toaster oven - at 350°F for about 10 minutes.

Wrapping It All Up 

Well, there you have it!

That's how to make a quick and easy cheesy hash brown casserole recipe that the family and any of your guests will love. 

It makes a great quick breakfast, brunch, or even dinner that is filled with flavor, cheese, and deliciousness. 

If you make it, leave a comment below and let me know what you think! 

By the way, if you want to try out another hashbrown casserole recipe that does use soup, give this Cracker Barrel hashbrown casserole a try.

 

More Of My Favorite Casserole Recipes

If you want to give some more delicious casserole recipes a try, we have a ton that I think you'll like just as much! 

Here are a few of my favorites:

• Ground turkey casserole
• Cracker Barrel hashbrown casserole
• Doritos taco casserole
• Mexican casserole
• Crack chicken casserole
• Chicken divan
• Broccoli rice casserole
• Asparagus casserole
• Chicken tater tot casserole 
• Chicken hashbrown casserole next!

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