Best Texas Potatoes Casserole Recipe

Texas Potatoes Casserole is packed with bold flavors and hearty ingredients, this recipe is a delightful marriage of creamy potatoes and gooey cheese, all baked to golden perfection. Whether you’re hosting a casual gathering, craving a cozy family dinner, or simply seeking to elevate your comfort food game, this casserole is sure to steal the spotlight on your table. Get ready to savor the essence of Texas in every forkful with this savory, satisfying dish that embodies the spirit of Southern hospitality.

What are Texas Potatoes

Texas Potatoes are a flavorful variation of traditional potato dishes, typically featuring diced or sliced potatoes seasoned with a blend of spices, herbs, and often incorporating other ingredients such as cheese, bacon, onions, and peppers.

The dish is known for its hearty and comforting nature, reflecting the rich culinary heritage of Texas cuisine. While there’s no strict definition of Texas Potatoes, they often evoke the robust and bold flavors associated with Texan cooking, making them a popular choice for potlucks, family gatherings, and casual meals.

Whether served as a side dish or a main course, Texas Potatoes are sure to tantalize the taste buds with their irresistible blend of savory goodness.

What ingredients are needed for making Texas Potatoes Casserole

Texas Potatoes Casserole is a delicious and hearty dish that’s perfect for any occasion. To make this dish, you’ll need the following ingredients:

• potatoes, which should be peeled and shredded like for hash browns. These will form the base of the casserole and provide a starchy, filling texture.
• dairy-free cream of mushroom soup, which will provide a rich, savory flavor to the dish.
• dairy-free sour cream, which will add a creamy texture and tangy flavor.
• chopped onions, which will provide a sweet and savory flavor to the dish.
• vegan butter, which will add richness and flavor to the casserole
• cornflakes, which will give the dish a crispy, crunchy texture.
• vegan cheddar cheese, which will provide a cheesy flavor and melt throughout the casserole.

Finally, season the dish with salt and pepper to taste. Once you have all the ingredients assembled, you can begin layering them in a casserole dish to create a delicious and satisfying meal that’s perfect for any occasion.

How to make Texas Potatoes Casserole

Preheat the oven to 350F.

Start with shredding the peeled potatoes like you do for hash browns. Heat olive oil in a large pan and start frying the chopped fresh onions. After about two minutes, add the potatoes to the pan and cook until you get slightly golden brown potatoes.

Transfer the potato mixture to a large bowl. Mix with the sour cream and cream of mushroom soup. Stir in about 3/4 of the cheddar cheese, and season with salt and pepper. Give the mixture to a baking dish.

To make the cornflake topping, melt unsalted butter on low heat in a small skillet. Take from the stove and combine with cornflakes with melted butter. Give the mixture over the potato mixture in the baking dish and top off with the remaining cheddar cheese.

Bake the Texas Potatoes Casserole for 20 to 25 minutes until the crunchy cornflakes are golden brown.

What to do with leftovers of Texas Potatoes Casserole

Store leftovers of Texas Potatoes Casserole in the fridge in an airtight container. Or transform it into delicious and satisfying meals with a little creativity. Here are some ideas for the perfect side dish or even main dish:

1. Breakfast Hash: Chop up the leftover casserole into smaller pieces and sauté them with diced onions and bell peppers. Top with a fried or poached egg for a hearty breakfast or brunch option.

2. Stuffed Peppers: Hollow out bell peppers and fill them with the leftover casserole mixture. Top with extra cheese and bake until the peppers are tender for a tasty stuffed pepper dish.

3. Potato Soup: Blend the leftover casserole with some broth or milk to create a creamy potato soup. Add in some cooked bacon or ham for extra flavor, and garnish with green onions or chives.

4. Potato Pancakes: Mix the leftover casserole with some beaten eggs and flour to create a thick batter. Cook spoonfuls of the batter in a skillet until golden brown on both sides, then serve with sour cream or salsa for dipping.

5. Breakfast Burritos: Use the leftover casserole as a filling for breakfast burritos. Wrap the mixture in tortillas along with scrambled eggs, cheese, and any other desired toppings, then heat in a skillet until warmed through.

6. Shepherd’s Pie: Layer the leftover casserole in the bottom of a baking dish and top with a layer of mashed potatoes. Bake until heated through and the mashed potatoes are golden brown for a comforting Shepherd’s Pie variation.

7. Potato Salad: Chop the leftover casserole into bite-sized pieces and toss with mayonnaise, mustard, diced pickles, and celery for a unique twist on potato salad.

These are just a few ideas to get you started, but feel free to get creative and adapt the leftovers to suit your taste preferences!

Other Potato Casserole recipes to try

• Easy Hamburger Potato Casserole Recipe
• Twice Baked Potato Casserole
• Southwest Potato Casserole
• Mexican Street Corn Potato Casserole
• Vegan Potato Casserole

 

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Enjoy, Florian.