Swiss-Onion Potato Bake

Swiss-Onion Potato Bake

1 cup finely chopped sweet onion
2 tablespoons butter
1 package (30 ounces) frozen shredded hash brown potatoes, thawed
2 cups (8 ounces) shredded Swiss cheese
1 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper
2 eggs
1 cup milk
Minced fresh parsley, optional

In a small skillet, saute onion in butter until tender. In a large bowl, combine the hash browns, cheese, salt, pepper and onion mixture.

Transfer to a greased 13-in. x 9-in. baking dish. In a small bowl, whisk eggs and milk; pour over potato mixture.

Bake, uncovered, at 350° for 35-40 minutes or until a thermometer reads 160°. Let stand for 5 minutes before cutting. Sprinkle with parsley if desired. Yield: 12 servings. \

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