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Ultimate Comforting Loaded Hashbrown Casserole

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A cozy, cheesy breakfast casserole featuring crispy hashbrowns, melted sharp cheddar, smoky bacon, and creamy cottage cheese and sour cream. Perfect for family breakfasts, potlucks, or any occasion needing comforting soul food.

Ingredients

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  • 30 oz (850 g) frozen shredded hashbrowns, thawed
  • 6–8 slices cooked bacon, chopped (can substitute cooked sausage or ham)
  • 2 cups (200 g) sharp cheddar cheese, shredded
  • 1 cup (225 g) small-curd cottage cheese, blended smooth
  • 1 cup (240 ml) sour cream
  • 1 tsp onion powder
  • 1/2 tsp garlic powder
  • 1 tsp salt
  • 1/2 tsp black pepper
  • 2 tbsp (30 g) butter, melted
  • 2 stalks green onions, chopped (for garnish)

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. Place 1 cup (225 g) of small-curd cottage cheese in a food processor or blender and pulse until smooth and creamy, about 30 seconds.
  3. In a large bowl, combine the thawed hashbrowns, smooth cottage cheese, sour cream, and shredded sharp cheddar cheese. Stir gently but thoroughly.
  4. Add onion powder, garlic powder, salt, and black pepper. Mix again and taste to check seasoning.
  5. Fold in the chopped cooked bacon.
  6. Brush melted butter evenly over a 9×13 inch baking dish.
  7. Spread the hashbrown mixture evenly into the prepared baking dish and smooth the top with a spatula.
  8. Bake uncovered for 45-50 minutes until edges are golden brown and crispy and the center is set but creamy. Tent with foil after 30 minutes if top browns too quickly.
  9. Remove from oven and let cool for 10 minutes to set.
  10. Garnish with chopped green onions before serving.

Notes

If hashbrowns are very wet after thawing, squeeze out excess moisture to avoid soggy casserole. Do not overmix ingredients to keep casserole light. Rest casserole 10 minutes before serving for easier slicing. Tent with foil if top browns too fast. Can be made ahead and refrigerated overnight before baking. For dairy-free, substitute sour cream and cottage cheese with coconut yogurt and dairy-free cheese. For gluten-free, use almond flour or gluten-free breadcrumbs if desired.

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