Cheesy Ham and Potato Casserole (Print Version)

Creamy ham, potatoes, cheese, and golden cornflake topping make a warm, crowd-pleasing comfort dish.

# Ingredients:

→ Base Mixture

01 - 4 cups frozen hash browns, thawed
02 - 2 cups cooked ham, diced
03 - 1 can (295 g) cream of chicken soup
04 - 1 cup sour cream
05 - 1 cup cheddar cheese, shredded
06 - 1/2 cup onion, finely chopped
07 - Salt, to taste
08 - Black pepper, to taste

→ Topping

09 - 1/2 cup cornflakes, crushed
10 - 1/4 cup unsalted butter, melted

# Instructions:

01 - Preheat the oven to 175°C (350°F). Lightly grease a large casserole dish.
02 - Combine thawed hash browns, diced ham, cream of chicken soup, sour cream, shredded cheddar cheese, and finely chopped onion in a large bowl. Mix thoroughly until the components are evenly distributed.
03 - Season the mixture with salt and black pepper to taste. Transfer the mixture to the prepared casserole dish and spread it evenly.
04 - In a separate bowl, toss the crushed cornflakes with melted butter until each piece is well coated.
05 - Distribute the cornflake mixture evenly over the top layer.
06 - Bake for 30 to 35 minutes or until the surface is golden and the filling is bubbling. Allow the casserole to cool for several minutes prior to serving warm.

# Notes:

01 - Ensure hash browns are fully thawed and excess moisture is removed for optimal texture.