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Cheesy hashbrowns on a white plate
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4-Ingredient Cheesy Hash Brown Casserole (Without Soup)

This cheesy hash brown casserole only requires 4 ingredients and is made without canned soup. It's an easy comfort food side dish that's great to serve for brunch, holidays, potlucks or weeknight dinners. 
Prep Time10 minutes
Cook Time1 hour
Total Time1 hour 10 minutes
Course: Side Dish
Cuisine: American
Keyword: cheesy potatoes, hashbrowns, side dish
Servings: 8 servings
Author: Ashley Leonard

Ingredients

  • 30 oz. bag shredded hash browns thawed
  • 2 cups sharp cheddar cheese shredded
  • 1 ½ tsp. salt
  • 2 cups heavy whipping cream
  • ½ tsp. paprika optional*

Instructions

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees. Grease the bottom and sides of a 9X13 baking dish with non-stick cooking spray.
  • Pour ½ bag of hashbrowns in the bottom of the baking dish. Sprinkle 1 cup of cheese & half of salt evenly on top.
  • Pour the rest of the hashbrowns on top and sprinkle with remaining 1 cup of cheese & the rest of the salt.
  • Pour heavy whipping cream over the whole pan. Do not stir! Sprinkle paprika over the top, if desired.
  • Bake uncovered 50-60 minutes until hot and bubbly.

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Notes

*Add about ½ tsp. of paprika to the top of the potatoes before baking to add some extra color.