Funeral Potatoes

Name: Funeral Potatoes with Cornflake Topping
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 1 h
Total time: 1 h 10 min
Yield: 8 servings
Cuisine: American
Ingredients: 2 lb frozen diced potatoes; 16 oz sour cream; 1 (10.5 oz) can condensed cream of chicken soup; 1 cup butter, melted and divided; 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese; salt, to taste; black pepper, to taste; 2 cups cornflakes, crushed

Funeral Potatoes are a creamy, cheesy potato casserole topped with crispy crushed cornflakes—a classic American comfort food side dish that's a staple at family gatherings and potlucks. The combination of sour cream, condensed soup, melted butter, and sharp cheddar creates a rich, tender base that contrasts perfectly with the crunchy topping.

🌍American 🏷️Funeral potatoes 🏷️Potato casserole 🏷️Casserole 🏷️Cheesy potatoes Cornflake topping

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🏷️Comfort food

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Total

1h 10m

Servings

8

Difficulty

Easy

Est. Cost

$17–$28

Recipe Source

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Ingredients

2 lb frozen diced potatoes
16 oz sour cream
1 (10.5 oz) can condensed cream of chicken soup
1 cup butter, melted and divided
2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
salt, to taste
black pepper, to taste
2 cups cornflakes, crushed

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Instructions

1
In a large baking pan, combine the frozen potatoes, sour cream, cream of chicken soup, 1/2 cup of the melted butter, and shredded cheddar cheese.
2
Season with salt and pepper, then mix everything together until well combined.
3
Top the potato mixture with an even layer of crushed cornflakes.
4
Drizzle the remaining 1/2 cup of melted butter over the cornflake topping.
5
Bake or smoke at 350°F for about 1 hour, until hot and bubbly and the topping is golden brown.
6
Let cool slightly before serving.

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Tips & Notes

Pro tips

Mix the cornflake topping with melted butter before sprinkling to ensure even browning and crispness.
Don't skip thawing the frozen potatoes beforehand—excess moisture will make the casserole watery. Thaw and drain well.
Stir the potato mixture gently to avoid breaking up the potatoes; you want tender chunks, not mashed consistency.
Reserve a portion of the butter for the topping before mixing the base to control the final texture and prevent a greasy top.

Substitutions

Cream of chicken soup → cream of mushroom or celery soup (same flavor profile)
Cheddar cheese → gruyere or sharp white cheddar (sharper flavor)
Sour cream → Greek yogurt (tangier, slightly less rich)
Cornflakes → crushed potato chips or fried onions (different texture but similar crunch)

Storage & make-ahead

Store covered in the refrigerator for up to 4 days. Reheat covered at 350°F for 20-25 minutes until warmed through. Freezes well for up to 2 months without the topping.