Funeral Potato with Real Potatoes - Video Recipe (2024)

Full of tender potatoes, gooey cheese, sour cream and topped with crispy Kellogg's corn flake cereal this savory casserole cannot be beat. Funeral potato with real potatoes is easy, cheesy, and delicious. It is the perfect side dish for any meal and simple to make.

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Funeral Potatoes are known by many a name ... Cheesy Potatoes, Heavenly Potatoes, or Hash Brown Casserole, just to name a few. Funeral Potato with Real Potatoes are a serious comfort food!

I have always loved these potatoes more than any other kind of potato recipe. So much so, that I request them every year for my birthday. They are always a holiday dinner staple in our family. I can't even remember a Thanksgiving or Christmas without them.

And if you happen to be planning your whole meal around comfort foods, may I suggest some of our other favorite dishes? Instant Pot Barbecue Chicken, Lasagna Soup and Chicken Crescent Roll Ups all pair perfectly with these cheesy and delicious potatoes.

Then round out your meal and add in a sweet dessert like old fashioned chocolate chip cookies, Heath Bar Chocolate Caramel Cake or a slice of warm banana bread. Yummm!

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  • 🥫 Ingredients
  • 🥣 Step by Step Instructions
  • 👩🏻‍🍳 Make it Your Own
  • 📖 Recipe

🥫 Ingredients

Because Funeral Potatoes have been at nearly every church gathering I've ever been to, I am here to attest that there are several different ways to make this casserole and the difference comes down to one ingredient.

All superior Funeral Potato Casserole recipes are made with real potatoes. However, this dish is rarely prepared that way.

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  • Cream of Chicken Soup
  • Sour Cream
  • Melted Butter
  • Green Onions
  • Salt
  • Cheese - any variety will do, we like to go with a mixed blend to achieve optimal flavor and meltyness.
  • Cornflakes - don't skimp here. Those crunchy flakes make for the most delicious topping known to man.
  • Potatoes - like we said real potatoes is the way to go here. But if you are in a bind for time or looking for a frozen hash brown variation that's okay, this recipe will do, just swap out the real potatoes for a bag of frozen hash browns instead.

🥣 Step by Step Instructions

Step 1: Make the Potatoes

Firstly, we need to prepare the potatoes for our Funeral Potato with Real Potatoes casserole. Let's start by dicing them and adding to a pot of boiling water. Then you will want to allow them to cook until they are just tender enough to pierce with a fork.

It is important that you are careful not to let them overcook at this stage. It is imperative that you keep in mind that they will be returning to the oven later to finish cooking.

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Step 2: Prepare the Sauce

Secondly, while the potatoes are cooking go ahead and melt the butter in the microwave. Then add it and add a can of cream of chicken soup to a bowl. After stirring everything together you can add the sour cream, chopped green onions, salt and shredded cheese to the mixture.Then return to stirring until everything is combined into a nice sauce mixture.

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But be warned, if you are anything like me, this is when your mouth may begin watering in anticipation for the goodness it knows is coming.

Step 3: Add Potatoes

When cooked, you will want to drain the potatoes and add them to the prepared sauce mixture. Gently stir everything together being sure every potato is coated.

Also keep in mind thought that you need to be careful not to stir too much. You don't want the potatoes to break down and cause the casserole to get mushy.

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Step 4: Transfer to Casserole Dish

Lastly, once the potato mixture is ready you can begin to spoon it into a greased casserole dish and finish it off by topping with the prepared crunchy cereal topping. Then place the pan in the oven to bake.

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When your potatoes are all melted and bubbly go ahead and pull it from the oven and enjoy.

You can serve as a delicious side, or join the Ashley's Funeral Potato with Real Potatoes Fan Club, and eat them as a main dish or midnight treat. Seriously... welcome to my idea of heaven!

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👩🏻‍🍳 Make it Your Own

When it comes to topping you have a number of options. For this recipe, I've doubled the amount of Kellogg's my mom usually uses.

And if I am being honest, if I was really treating myself - I'd quadruple the amount of topping. Yes I mean like, double the amount of ingredients called for in the recipe card for the topping.

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I've already doubled it once from my mom's original recipe so why not live a little and double it again! I mean seriously, is it even possible to have too many crispy corn flakes on top of Funeral Potato with Real Potatoes? I think not.

📋FAQ's

What kind of potatoes are best for funeral potatoes?

Let's specifically talk potatoes. There are many kinds of potatoes and we have tried them all. Dallin, my husband, likes the texture of russet potatoes best, while I prefer a red potato. But honestly, either will do.

What topping is best for funeral potatoes?

This is quite possibly the most important step in the whole process. Okay - not really but it is definitely my favorite part. In my own opinion Kellogg's Corn Flake cereal is our favorite but you can also use crushed Ritz Crackers or Doritos.

📖 Recipe

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Funeral Potato with Real Potatoes

Yield: 12

Prep Time: 30 minutes

Cook Time: 45 minutes

Total Time: 1 hour 15 minutes

Filled with freshly diced potatoes, cheesy goodness and topped with crispy Kellogg's corn flakes this casserole is easy to pull together and oh so delicious!

Ingredients

Potato Mixture

  • 6-7 medium potatoes (30-35 ounces)
  • ¼cup butter
  • 1 can cream of chicken soup
  • 2 cups sour cream (1 pint)
  • ½cup chopped green onions
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1½cups shredded cheddar cheese

The Topping

  • ¼ cup melted butter
  • 2 cups crushed cornflakes

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 400° F.
  2. Cube and boil potatoes until just soft enough to eat, but still firm when bitten into. (al dente) Drain off the water and set aside to cool.
  3. In microwave melt your butter. Once melted stir in can of cream of chicken soup.
  4. In separate bowl mix sour cream, chopped green onions, salt, and shredded cheddar cheese. Add the butter and soup mixture. Mix well and set aside.
  5. Fold in potatoes to the sauce mixture. Do not over stir, just long enough to coat all potatoes.
  6. Spoon mixture into a greased 9x13 baking dish.
  7. To prepare the topping melt butter and mix with crushed Kellogg's Corn Flakes.
  8. Spread cereal topping over the mixture in the pan.
  9. Bake in oven at 400° F for approximately 35 to 45 minutes or until bubbly and corn flakes appear golden and crispy.

Notes

  • When boiling potatoes add one teaspoon salt to the water for more flavorful potatoes.
  • Boil the potatoes until they are just soft enough to bite through. You want your potatoes to be al dente. They will cook more in the oven.

Substitutions

  • Substitute fresh potatoes for 30 ounces of frozen hashbrowns.
  • Substitute diced green onions for 3 tablespoons dried chives.
Nutrition Information:

Yield: 12Serving Size: 1
Amount Per Serving:Calories: 369Total Fat: 25gSaturated Fat: 14gTrans Fat: 1gUnsaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 69mgSodium: 595mgCarbohydrates: 30gFiber: 2gSugar: 3gProtein: 8g

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FAQs

What is the real name for funeral potatoes? ›

Funeral potatoes (also great potatoes, cheesy potatoes, hash brown casserole, cheesy hash browns, those potatoes, or party potatoes) is a traditional potato hotdish or casserole that is popular in the American Intermountain West and Midwest.

What are funeral potatoes made of? ›

Make Cheesy Funeral Potatoes

Next, into the prepared baking dish, combine: a 2lb bag of frozen diced hash browns, 16 ounces of sour cream, 1 can of cream of chicken, 1 stick of melted butter, 2 cups of shredded cheddar cheese and add in some garlic powder (measure with your heart).

Can you buy funeral potatoes? ›

If you can get over the name, Walmart's 13.6 ounce bag of funeral potatoes that makes 12 servings sounds super easy to make. All you have to do is mix the pouch's contents with six cups of water, spread into a 9x13 baking dish and bake at 375 degrees for 50-55 minutes.

What to eat with funeral potatoes? ›

The best side dishes to serve with funeral potatoes are blooming onion, bacon-wrapped asparagus, chicken parmesan, pork ribs, feta pasta, sausage rolls, butter lettuce salad, coconut shrimp, salmon burger, steamed broccoli, glazed carrots, cheesy garlic bread, grilled corn on the cob, pasta salad, apple slaw, and beef ...

Are funeral potatoes a Mormon thing? ›

Commonly served after LDS funerals, this cheesy potato casserole is the ultimate comfort food. If you've ever encountered Mormon funeral potatoes, you can attest that the salty, crispy, cheesy casserole is one of the most oddly satisfying creations that exists in America — nay, the world.

Why do they call it funeral potatoes? ›

These ooey-gooey potatoes may be named after funerals, because members of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints shared them at funerals.

Who invented funeral potatoes? ›

While no one is sure where exactly funeral potatoes originated, most sources attribute their spread to the Relief Society, a women's organization within the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. One responsibility of society members was attending to the needs of the bereaved, including meals.

What state made funeral potatoes? ›

Where did funeral potatoes come from? If conventional wisdom holds true and the Relief Society invented funeral potatoes, this dish was invented in Utah. It's also possible that funeral potatoes were invented in the Midwest. Until March 2023, funeral potatoes are part of a museum exhibit in Iowa per the Deseret News.

Can I substitute frozen hash browns for fresh potatoes? ›

In essentially any dish that calls for peeled and prepped potatoes, you can (and should) use frozen hash browns.

How much is a serving of funeral potatoes? ›

½ cup of funeral potatoes (Augason Farms) contains 120 Calories. The macronutrient breakdown is 72% carbs, 22% fat, and 7% protein.

What are the best potatoes for survival? ›

Good choices for the early planting include Red Norland and Chieftain; the later planting could be Red Pontiac or Ida Rose for storage. All of these have produced abundantly for me.

When not to use potatoes? ›

As they age, or with improper storage, potatoes may develop sprouting and green spots. If there isn't any sprouting, you can use the color change as an indicator of spoilage. If the skin looks greenish or if there's sprouting present, you'll need to remove the sprouts or toss the whole potato, depending on severity.

What is traditional funeral food? ›

Main course: A funeral reception is not the time for a sit-down meal, but you should still have a main course option. Popular choices include cold cuts, pasta dishes, and casseroles. Dessert: No funeral reception is complete without dessert. Serve a variety of sweets, such as cookies, cakes, and fruit.

What are the potatoes in black clover called? ›

One of the crops grown in the village is the Nomotato 「ノモイモ Nomoimo」, a cheap type of potato that is known for being filling that depends on the cooks' skill to be tasty.

Are funeral potatoes the same as scalloped potatoes? ›

Funeral Potatoes vs Scalloped potatoes

While they're both creamy and cheesy, these two dishes are different. In my Funeral Potatoes recipe, I like to use hash browns instead of thinly sliced (or scalloped) potatoes. Plus, most scalloped potato recipes I've seen don't call for potato chips!

What are Irish potatoes called? ›

Solanum tuberosum (Irish Potato, Irish Potatoes, Pomme de Terre, Potato, Potatoes, White Potato, White Potatoes) | North Carolina Extension Gardener Plant Toolbox.

What are Navajo potatoes? ›

Navajo Pride™ Potatoes are available in conventional and organic certified russets, reds, yellows, and purple in a full range of sizes and competitively priced. The NAPI farm has an ideal environment of center pivot irrigation on sandy to sandy-loam soil in an elevation ranging from 5,300-5,800 feet above sea level.

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