A delicious and easy-to-make casserole featuring creamy hash browns and a cheesy topping.
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
Preheating ensures even cooking and the right texture for your casserole.
In a large mixing bowl, combine the defrosted hash browns, melted butter, sour cream, shredded cheddar cheese, and chopped green onions.
Mix gently to avoid breaking the hash browns too much, maintaining their texture.
Transfer the mixture into a greased 9x13-inch baking dish, spreading it evenly.
Greasing the dish prevents sticking and makes cleanup easier.
In a small bowl, mix the panko breadcrumbs with the melted butter, then sprinkle this mixture evenly over the casserole.
The breadcrumb topping adds a delightful crunch to the dish.
Bake in the preheated oven for 1 hour, or until the top is golden brown and the casserole is bubbling.
Check the casserole halfway through and rotate it for even browning.
Let the casserole cool for 5 minutes before serving. Enjoy your creamy and cheesy hash brown bake!
Allowing the casserole to rest helps it set and makes serving easier.