Best 9 Great Grandmas Hash Brown Potatoes Recipes

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Hash brown potatoes are a beloved breakfast staple, and this recipe from Great Grandma is sure to become a family favorite. Made with simple, wholesome ingredients, these crispy, golden brown potatoes are the perfect way to start your day. This recipe includes variations for cooking the hash browns in a skillet, griddle, or oven, so you can choose the method that works best for you. With its step-by-step instructions and helpful tips, this recipe is perfect for both experienced cooks and beginners alike. So gather your ingredients, heat up your skillet, and get ready to enjoy a delicious and comforting breakfast that will warm your heart and fill your belly.

Here are our top 9 tried and tested recipes!

CLASSIC HASH BROWNS



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These classic diner-style hash browns are crispy on the outside and fluffy on the inside.

Provided by Chef John

Categories     Side Dish     Potato Side Dish Recipes     Hash Brown Potato Recipes

Time 20m

Yield 2

Number Of Ingredients 5

2 russet potatoes, peeled
3 tablespoons clarified butter
salt and ground black pepper to taste
1 pinch cayenne pepper, or to taste
1 pinch paprika, or to taste

Steps:

  • Shred potatoes into a large bowl filled with cold water. Stir until water is cloudy, drain, and cover potatoes again with fresh cold water. Stir again to dissolve excess starch. Drain potatoes well, pat dry with paper towels, and squeeze out any excess moisture.
  • Heat clarified butter in a large non-stick pan over medium heat. Sprinkle shredded potatoes into the hot butter and season with salt, black pepper, cayenne pepper, and paprika.
  • Cook potatoes until a brown crust forms on the bottom, about 5 minutes. Continue to cook and stir until potatoes are browned all over, about 5 more minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 334 calories, Carbohydrate 37.5 g, Cholesterol 49.2 mg, Fat 19.4 g, Fiber 4.9 g, Protein 4.4 g, SaturatedFat 12 g, Sodium 13.4 mg, Sugar 1.7 g

GRANDMA'S HASH BROWN CASSEROLE



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This recipe is a friend's grandma's recipe and is absolutely the best hash brown casserole I've ever had. Kentucky grandmas sure know how to cook!

Provided by missbutterbean

Categories     Main Dish Recipes     Casserole Recipes     Vegetable

Time 1h10m

Yield 12

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 (2 pound) package frozen hash brown potatoes, thawed
1 (10.75 ounce) can condensed cream of chicken soup
2 cups shredded Cheddar cheese
1 (8 ounce) container sour cream
½ cup melted butter
½ cup chopped onion
½ teaspoon salt
½ teaspoon ground black pepper
1 cup crushed cornflakes
½ cup melted butter

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
  • Mix hash browns, cream of chicken soup, Cheddar cheese, sour cream, butter, onion, salt, and pepper together in a bowl. Arrange in a 9x13-inch baking dish. Sprinkle on top. Drizzle butter over the cornflakes.
  • Bake in the preheated oven until the sauce is bubbly and the top is golden brown, 1 to 1 1/2 hours.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 337.6 calories, Carbohydrate 16.8 g, Cholesterol 70.8 mg, Fat 31.6 g, Fiber 1.2 g, Protein 7.6 g, SaturatedFat 18.4 g, Sodium 523.3 mg, Sugar 0.6 g

PERFECT HASH BROWNS



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When it comes to breakfast potatoes, most people fall into one of two camps: home fries or hash browns. This recipe from Alison Roman shows you how to make an ideal batch of the hashed variety that are aggressively crisp on the outside and creamy tender on the inside. To ensure ultimate crispness, be sure to rinse the grated potatoes with cold water until the water runs nearly clear and to use a very hot, well-seasoned pan. As with all potato dishes, remember to season well.

Provided by Alison Roman

Categories     breakfast, brunch, vegetables, side dish

Time 30m

Yield 2 servings

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 1/4 pounds russet potatoes (about 2 smallish-medium potatoes), peeled
1 small yellow onion, peeled
Kosher salt
Freshly ground pepper
3 tablespoons bacon fat or vegetable oil, plus more if needed
2 tablespoons unsalted butter
Hot sauce or ketchup (optional)

Steps:

  • Grate potatoes on the largest hole on a box grater into a medium bowl. Cover with cold water and drain; repeat once or twice, until water runs nearly clear. Taking small handfuls at a time, squeeze all the water from the potatoes and place in a dry medium bowl. Grate onion on the largest hole on a box grater and toss with potatoes. Season with salt and pepper.
  • Taking small handfuls at a time, squeeze all water from the potato-onion mixture. Heat 2 tablespoons reserved bacon fat or vegetable oil in skillet over medium heat, add 1 tablespoon butter and swirl together.
  • Add potatoes and onions and spread into a thin, even layer. Cook, without moving, until the potatoes are nearly cooked through and browned on one side, about 5 to 8 minutes. Using a spatula, flip sections of the potatoes to crisp on the other side. Add 1 tablespoon reserved bacon fat or vegetable oil and remaining 1 tablespoon butter and cook, without moving, until potatoes are browned on the other side, about another 5 minutes. Flip once or twice more (you don't have to be so careful here; just kind of stir them around) and continue to cook until most of the bits of potato are golden brown and crisped, about another 4 minutes.
  • Transfer potatoes to a plate. Serve with hot sauce (or ketchup, if you wish).

Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 516, UnsaturatedFat 14 grams, Carbohydrate 55 grams, Fat 31 grams, Fiber 5 grams, Protein 7 grams, SaturatedFat 15 grams, Sodium 821 milligrams, Sugar 3 grams, TransFat 0 grams

EMILY'S FAMOUS HASH BROWNS



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Good old fashioned restaurant-style hash browns. Perfect with hot pepper sauce and ketchup!

Provided by your mom

Categories     Side Dish     Potato Side Dish Recipes     Hash Brown Potato Recipes

Time 35m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 6

2 medium russet potatoes, shredded
½ medium onion, finely chopped
¼ cup all-purpose flour
1 egg
1 cup oil for frying, or as needed
salt and pepper to taste

Steps:

  • Rinse shredded potatoes until water is clear, then drain and squeeze dry. Place shreds in a bowl, and mix in the onion, flour and egg until evenly distributed.
  • Heat about 1/4 inch of oil in a large heavy skillet over medium-high heat. When oil is sizzling hot, place potatoes into the pan in a 1/2 inch thick layer. Cover the whole bottom of the pan, or make separate piles like pancakes. Cook until nicely browned on the bottom, then flip over and brown on the other side. It should take at least 5 minutes per side. If you are cooking them in one big piece, it can be cut into quarters for easier flipping.
  • Remove from pan, and drain on paper towels. Season with salt and pepper and serve immediately.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 183 calories, Carbohydrate 26.1 g, Cholesterol 46.5 mg, Fat 6.9 g, Fiber 2.7 g, Protein 4.7 g, SaturatedFat 1.1 g, Sodium 24.5 mg, Sugar 1.6 g

HASH BROWN POTATOES



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Recipe from New New Orleans Cooking by Emeril Lagasse and Jessie Tirsch, published by William and Morrow, 1993

Provided by Food Network

Categories     side-dish

Time 1h2m

Yield 4 to 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 17

1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper
5 medium baking potatoes, like russets (about 4 pounds), scrubbed
1/4 cup vegetable oil
3 tablespoons unsalted butter
1 cup diced yellow onions
2 teaspoons minced garlic
1 teaspoon Essence, recipe follows
1 teaspoon chopped fresh thyme
1/2 teaspoon salt
1 tablespoon dried leaf oregano
2 1/2 tablespoons paprika
1 tablespoon dried thyme
2 tablespoons salt
2 tablespoons garlic powder
1 tablespoon black pepper
1 tablespoon onion powder
1 tablespoon cayenne pepper

Steps:

  • Place the whole potatoes in a large pot, cover with water, and bring to a boil. Lower the heat and simmer until half-cooked and almost tender, about 15 minutes. Drain and let sit until cool enough to handle. Slip the skins from the potatoes and cut into 1/2-inch dice.
  • Heat the oil and melt the butter in a skillet over high heat. Add the onions and cook, stirring, for 2 minutes. Add the garlic, and cook, stirring, for 20 seconds. Add the potatoes, Essence, thyme, salt, and pepper, and cook without stirring, but shaking the pan occasionally to keep from burning, until the potatoes begin to color and crisp on the underside, about 4 minutes. Turn the potatoes with a spatula being careful not to mash, and continue cooking until uniformly golden.
  • Remove from the pan and serve hot.
  • Combine all ingredients thoroughly and store in an airtight jar or container.

HASHED BROWNS



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Provided by Ina Garten

Time 35m

Yield 4 to 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 7

5 tablespoons unsalted butter
1 1/2 pounds boiling potatoes, peeled and 1/2-inch diced
1 1/2 cups chopped yellow onions (2 onions)
2 teaspoons kosher salt
1 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
2 tablespoons minced fresh flat-leaf parsley
2 tablespoons minced scallions (white and green parts)

Steps:

  • Melt the butter in a large (10 to 12-inch) saute pan. Add the potatoes, onions, salt, and pepper and cook over medium-low heat for 15 to 20 minutes, turning occasionally with a flat spatula, until the potatoes are evenly browned and cooked through. (Allow the potatoes to cook for 5 minutes before turning.) Turn off the heat and add the parsley and scallions. Serve hot.

GRANDMA'S HASH BROWNS



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My Grandma made these simple hash browns nearly every morning when I spent time with her. They take a little planning, but they're better than any others! Serve with your favorite style eggs and breakfast meat!

Provided by Denyse

Categories     Side Dish     Potato Side Dish Recipes     Hash Brown Potato Recipes

Time 13h20m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 4

8 large russet potatoes, peeled
4 tablespoons butter
1 tablespoon salt
1 teaspoon ground black pepper

Steps:

  • In a large saucepan, cover potatoes with water. Bring water to a boil and cook until tender, about 20 minutes. Let cool in refrigerator overnight.
  • The next morning, heat butter in a large skillet or frying pan. Shred potatoes and add to pan. Season with salt and pepper. Cook until golden brown on bottom, flip and brown on other side.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 337.2 calories, Carbohydrate 66.6 g, Cholesterol 15.3 mg, Fat 6.1 g, Fiber 6 g, Protein 5.8 g, SaturatedFat 3.7 g, Sodium 929.7 mg, Sugar 2.8 g

HASH BROWN POTATOES



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"My mother-in-law served these buttery potatoes at brunch a while ago, and I wouldn't leave until I had the recipe," notes Holly VeDepo of West Liberty, Iowa. Chopped red pepper provides this stovetop side dish with a bit of color.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Side Dishes

Time 40m

Yield 6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 8

4 medium baking potatoes
1/4 cup finely chopped onion
1/2 medium sweet red pepper, cut into 1-inch strips, optional
2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
1/4 cup milk
1/4 teaspoon salt
Pepper to taste
1/4 cup butter

Steps:

  • Pierce the potatoes; place on a microwave-safe plate. Microwave, uncovered, on high for 9-11 minutes or until tender, turning once. Cool slightly; peel and cube., Place potatoes in a bowl; add onion and red pepper if desired. In another bowl, combine the flour, milk, salt and pepper until smooth. Pour over potato mixture and toss., In a large skillet, melt butter. Add potato mixture. Cook over medium heat for 15 minutes or until potatoes are golden brown, stirring occasionally.

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CREAMY HASH BROWN POTATOES



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Convenient frozen hash browns are the secret behind the cheesy slow-cooker potatoes I cook up for potlucks and big group gatherings. -Julianne Henson, Streamwood, Illinois

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Side Dishes

Time 3h35m

Yield 14 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 package (32 ounces) frozen cubed hash brown potatoes
1 can (10-3/4 ounces) condensed cream of potato soup, undiluted
2 cups shredded Colby-Monterey Jack cheese
1 cup sour cream
1/4 teaspoon pepper
1/8 teaspoon salt
1 carton (8 ounces) spreadable chive and onion cream cheese

Steps:

  • Place potatoes in a lightly greased 4-qt. slow cooker. In a large bowl, combine the soup, cheese, sour cream, pepper and salt. Pour over potatoes and mix well., Cover and cook on low until potatoes are tender, 3-1/2 to 4 hours. Stir in cream cheese.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 214 calories, Fat 13g fat (9g saturated fat), Cholesterol 42mg cholesterol, Sodium 387mg sodium, Carbohydrate 17g carbohydrate (2g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 6g protein.

Tips:

  • For crispier hash browns, grate the potatoes using the large holes of a box grater.
  • If you don't have a cast iron skillet, you can use a large non-stick skillet.
  • Be sure to heat the skillet over medium-high heat before adding the potatoes. This will help create a crispy crust.
  • Don't overcrowd the skillet. Cook the potatoes in batches if necessary.
  • Don't stir the potatoes too much. This will prevent them from browning properly.
  • Use a spatula to press down on the potatoes occasionally. This will help them cook evenly.
  • Season the potatoes with salt and pepper to taste.
  • Serve the hash browns immediately.

Conclusion:

Great-Grandma's Hash Brown Potatoes are a delicious and easy-to-make breakfast side dish. With just a few simple ingredients, you can create a crispy, flavorful dish that the whole family will love. Whether you serve them with eggs, bacon, or sausage, these hash browns are sure to be a hit.

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