Best Ever Cracker Barrel Hash Browns Casserole Copycat

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This is the way my mil makes her hash brown casserole. It is certainly similar to most but i have found that it is hands down the absolute best. She always warned me not to stray from the specified ingredients and i must confess that i did and i hate to admit, she was right. This recipe is a favorite of both mine and dh's family gatherings.

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Steps

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Remove 2 patties from each box and discard or save for another use.

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Completely thaw hash browns.

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Preheat oven to 375f.

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Crumble patties and set aside.

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In a medium bowl combine soup , sour cream and cheese.

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Add crumbled hash browns to mixture.

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Pour mixture into a deep casserole dish.

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Add melted butter to crushed crackers tossing to coat making sure they are only slightly coated , not soggy.

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Sprinkle crushed crackers over casserole.

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Cover and bake 45-55 minutes until bubbly and top is starting to brown.

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Ingredients

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hash brown patties, cream of potato soup, sour cream, sharp cheddar cheese, ritz cracker, butter, salt, pepper