Christmas Hash Brown Potato Bake

Ingredients

• 6 cups frozen hash brown potatoes
• 1/2 cup (1 stick) butter, melted
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
• 1/2 cup diced onion
• 3/4 cup cooked, crumbled bacon
• 1/2 cup shredded Cheddar cheese

Directions

1. Preheat oven to 350°F.
2. In a large bowl, combine the hash brown potatoes, melted butter, salt, and pepper until evenly mixed.
3. Spread the mixture evenly into a greased 9x13-inch baking dish.
4. Sprinkle the diced onion, bacon, and cheese evenly over the top of the potatoes.
5. Bake in preheated oven for 25-30 minutes, or until potatoes are golden brown and cheese is melted.

Interesting Facts

• The dish is popular in the Midwestern United States.
• The dish is often served on Christmas morning.
• This dish can be easily adapted to include other ingredients such as bell peppers, mushrooms, and jalapenos.