Cheese Potato Casserole

I'm a huge fan of "cheesy potatoes", they are one of my favorite winter comfort foods. I usually don't cook them very often because I don't want to tire of them...but I love them none the less. This recipe is quick and easy and can be made the night before and thrown in the oven when your ready for baking. You can also add cooked bacon or ham or even burger to the recipe to make a complete meal if you choose too...its very versatile...and VERY delicious!

Cheese Potato Casserole

1 (32 oz) bag frozen hash browns

2 cans cream of chicken soup

2 c. sour cream

1 c. grated cheddar cheese

1/2 c. butter

1/2-1 t. onion powder

2 c. grated cheddar cheese (for topping)

In a medium sauce pan combine soup, sour cream, 1 c. cheese, butter and onion powder. Cook until butter is melted and ingredient is mixed. Remove from heat, stir in frozen hash browns. Pour into a 9x13 baking pan. Top with remaining cheese. Bake at 350 for 30 minutes.

*you can also add cooked meat when adding the frozen hash browns to soup mixture...(I like to add cooked bacon) just stir in. Makes for a wonderful, delicious meal!

Julie!