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Smothered and Covered Hash Browns Recipe

Heather Tullos
Smothered and Covered Hash Browns are crispy golden and topped with sweet sauteed onions and loads of melted cheese. You can also add country sausage gravy if you want. That’s a thing.
5 from 4 votes
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Cuisine Southern
Servings 4
Calories 392 kcal

Ingredients
  

  • 2 tablespoons Vegetable Oil
  • 2 cups Frozen Shredded Hash Browns
  • 1 cup Diced Onion sweet onions are best!
  • 1 tablespoon Butter
  • Salt and Pepper to taste
  • 2 cups Shredded Cheddar Cheese
  • 1 recipe Country Sausage Gravy optional

Instructions
 

  • Prepare the hash browns according to the package skillet instructions.
  • Remove the cooked hash browns to an oven-safe plate and place them in the oven on warm.
  • Add the onions and butter to the skillet. Sprinkle with salt and pepper to taste. Cook over medium heat for about 8 minutes, stirring occasionally. You want them to be fragrant and translucent.
  • Top the warm hash browns with the onions and then cover them with cheese.

Nutrition

Calories: 392kcalCarbohydrates: 22gProtein: 15gFat: 27gSaturated Fat: 11gSodium: 416mgFiber: 3gSugar: 2g
Keyword Breakfasts, Brunches, Cheese, Fried, Potatoes, Sauces, Sausage, Southern
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