Description
This Pimento Cheese Hash Brown Casserole is a comforting and cheesy baked dish that combines crispy hash browns with savory pimento and cheddar cheeses, creamy sour cream, and flavorful seasonings. Perfect for a family breakfast, brunch, or a cozy side dish, this casserole offers a delightful blend of textures and rich flavors, baked to golden perfection.
Ingredients
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Main Ingredients
- 1 bag frozen hash browns (30 oz)
- 2 cups pimento cheese
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1 cup sour cream
- 4 green onions, chopped
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat the oven: Set your oven to 350°F (175°C) to prepare for baking the casserole.
- Combine ingredients: In a large bowl, thoroughly mix the frozen hash browns, pimento cheese, shredded cheddar cheese, sour cream, chopped green onions, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper until well combined.
- Prepare the baking dish: Grease a 9×13 inch baking dish to prevent sticking, then spread the hash brown and cheese mixture evenly into the dish.
- Bake the casserole: Place the dish in the oven and bake for 45 minutes or until the top is golden brown and the casserole is bubbly around the edges.
- Cool and serve: Remove the casserole from the oven and let it cool for 5 minutes before serving to allow it to set and enhance flavors.
Notes
- For extra crispiness, you can broil the casserole for an additional 2-3 minutes at the end of baking, watching closely to prevent burning.
- Feel free to add cooked bacon or diced jalapeños for a smoky or spicy twist.
- Use freshly grated cheddar cheese for better melting and flavor.
- This casserole can be made ahead and refrigerated before baking; increase baking time by about 10-15 minutes if baking cold from the fridge.
