Glorified Hash Brown Casserole

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Oct. 29, 2012

Glorified hashbrown casserole takes those funeral potatoes to a whole new level. This lighter version also features ham, peppers, and onions for a whole meal touch.

Ingredients

Hash brown 2 Pound , frozen
Cream of celery soup 1 Can (10 oz)
Chopped onions 3/4 Cup (12 tbs)
Red bell pepper 1 Cup (16 tbs) , chopped (use red or green)
Ham 2 Cup (32 tbs) , dice
Cheddar cheese 8 Ounce , grated
Butter 2 Tablespoon , melted

Directions

GETTING READY

1. Preheat oven to 350 degrees.

MAKING

2. In a large skillet melt 2 tablespoons of butter over medium heat.

3. Saute onions, bell peppers, and ham until the onions are clear, and ham has browned.

4. In a large bowl combine hash browns sautéed ham and vegetables and 1 can of condensed soup.

5. Stir until hash browns are coated.

6. In a 9 by 13 inch pan that has been sprayed with non-stick spray pour potatoes.

7. Sprinkle half of the cheese over the casserole and cover with foil.

8. Bake for approximately 45 minutes, remove foil, add the remaining cheese and return to the oven, and cook for an additional 15 minutes. The cheese should begin to brown when the casserole is ready.

SERVING

9. Serve right away.

Recipe Summary

Difficulty Level: Medium
Cook Time: 60 Minutes
Ready In: 60 Minutes
Servings: 10

Nutrition Facts

Serving size

Calories 406Calories from Fat 231

 % Daily Value*

Total Fat 26 g40%

Saturated Fat 9 g45%

Trans Fat 0 g

Cholesterol

Sodium 963 mg40.13%

Total Carbohydrates 29 g9.7%

Dietary Fiber 3 g12%

Sugars 1 g

Protein 14 g28%

Vitamin A % Vitamin C %

Calcium % Iron %

*Based on a 2000 Calorie diet