Cheesy Hash Brown Potato Casserole

By ldelmas

Ingredients

• Casserole
• 1 2-lb frozen hash brown potatoes
• 1/2 cup melted butter
• 1 Tbsp. salt
• 1/2 tsp. pepper
• 2 Tbsp. chopped onion
• 1 can cream of chicken (or celery) soup
• 1 cup sour cream
• 1 cup milk
• 4 slices cooked bacon, crumbled
• 1- 1/2 to 2 cups grated sharp cheese (Colby or cheddar)
• Topping
• 2 Tbsp. butter or margarine
• 1 cup breadcrumbs

Preparation

Step 1

Mix all ingredients and put in a 9'' x 13'' pan, or similar large casserole dish. Set aside while you make the topping. Melt butter in a small skillet; add breadcrumbs and sauté until lightly browned. Remove from heat and sprinkle topping over potatoes. Bake at 350° for 45 minutes.