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French Onion Funeral Potatoes Recipe

French Onion Funeral Potatoes Recipe
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French Onion Funeral Potatoes is a comforting casserole featuring a creamy, cheesy potato base topped with crispy fried onions, combining rich flavors of caramelized onions, sharp cheddar, and a velvety sauce. Ideal as a hearty side dish for holiday meals or potlucks.

Ingredients

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Potatoes Mixture

  • 32 ounces frozen cubed hash browns, thawed
  • ¼ cup (½ stick / 57 g) unsalted butter, melted
  • 2 cups (226 g) sharp cheddar cheese, shredded
  • 1 ½ cups (345 g) sour cream

Sauce

  • ¼ cup (½ stick / 57 g) unsalted butter
  • 1 small yellow onion, diced
  • 2 teaspoons garlic, minced
  • ¼ cup (31 g) all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon kosher salt
  • ½ teaspoon black pepper
  • ½ teaspoon cayenne pepper
  • ½ teaspoon dried mustard
  • ½ cup (120 g) chicken broth, room temperature
  • ½ cup (122.5 g) whole milk, room temperature

Fried Onions

  • 2 large yellow onions, thinly sliced and layers separated (about 4 cups)
  • 4 cups (32 ounces) vegetable oil
  • ½ teaspoon kosher salt

Instructions

  1. Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and spray a 9×13-inch baking dish with nonstick cooking spray to prevent sticking.
  2. Prepare Potatoes Mixture: In a large bowl, combine thawed hash browns, melted butter, shredded sharp cheddar cheese, and sour cream. Mix everything well until evenly combined, then set the mixture aside.
  3. Make the Sauce: In a medium non-stick skillet over medium heat, melt butter. Add diced onion and cook for 3-5 minutes until softened. Stir in minced garlic and cook for another minute until fragrant.
  4. Add Dry Ingredients to Sauce: Sprinkle in the all-purpose flour, kosher salt, black pepper, cayenne pepper, and dried mustard. Cook the mixture for about one minute while stirring to form a roux.
  5. Incorporate Liquids: Slowly whisk in the whole milk and chicken broth, stirring continuously until the sauce thickens and becomes smooth.
  6. Combine Sauce and Potatoes: Pour the thickened sauce into the potato mixture, blending everything thoroughly. Transfer this mixture evenly into the prepared baking dish.
  7. Bake the Casserole: Place the casserole in the preheated oven and bake for 45-50 minutes or until the casserole is bubbly and heated through.
  8. Prepare Fried Onions: While the casserole bakes, line a large baking sheet with two layers of paper towels. Heat vegetable oil in a large saucepan over high heat until it reaches 350°F (175°C).
  9. Fry Onions: Working in batches, carefully add about 1 cup of thinly sliced onions to the hot oil. Fry, stirring occasionally, until the onions turn pale golden brown, approximately 2-5 minutes. Use a slotted spoon or fine mesh strainer to remove onions and place them on the paper towel-lined baking sheet to drain excess oil.
  10. Season Fried Onions: Sprinkle the fried onions evenly with kosher salt and toss to coat for enhanced flavor.
  11. Top Casserole with Fried Onions: After removing the casserole from the oven, evenly sprinkle the fried onions over the hot casserole surface.
  12. Serve: Serve the casserole warm as a hearty side dish to enjoy the rich flavors and crunchy topping.

Notes

  • Ensure the hash browns are fully thawed before mixing to avoid excess water in the casserole.
  • Use sharp cheddar cheese for a robust cheesy flavor; mild cheddar will result in a subtler taste.
  • When frying onions, maintain the oil temperature at 350°F for even crispiness and to prevent sogginess.
  • For a vegetarian version, substitute chicken broth with vegetable broth.
  • Leftover casserole can be refrigerated for up to 3 days and reheated in the oven.
  • Adjust cayenne pepper quantity to control spiciness according to your preference.

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Keywords: Funeral potatoes, French onion casserole, cheesy hash browns, comfort food, holiday side dish

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