Frozen hash browns release extra moisture as they cook, which can make a slow-cooker casserole watery.
Thawing them helps the creamy sauce stay thick and gives you a more consistent texture.
If you forget to thaw them ahead of time, don’t panic! Just allow extra cooking time and expect the finished casserole to be slightly different in texture.
Tools You’ll Need
6-quart slow cooker or Crock Pot
Large mixing bowl
Measuring cups and spoons
Wooden spoon or spatula
Cooking spray
Serving spoon
That’s it.
One bowl and one slow cooker means cleanup is pretty painless too!
Ingredient Additions and Substitutions
This recipe is wonderfully flexible.
Use Different Cheese
Cheddar is classic, but you can experiment with:
Monterey Jack
Colby
Colby Jack
Pepper Jack
Cheddar and mozzarella
A combination of cheeses can be especially delicious.
Add Cooked Bacon
Crispy cooked bacon makes an already comforting casserole even better.
Stir some into
