Texas Potatoes
2 cups diced cooked ham
2 cups cheddar cheese, grated
1 can (10 3/4 oz) cream of mushroom soup
1 cup sour cream
1/2 cup (1 stick) margarine, melted
dash onion powder
2 lbs Southern-style hash browns, thawed
Stir together in 2 quart baking dish, making sure there are no “dry” areas. Smooth top.
In separate bowl, mix until well coated:
4 cups crushed corn flakes
1/2 cup (1 stick) margarine, melted
Cover top of casserole evenly with cereal mixture. Cover tightly with foil. Bake at 350 degrees for 30 minutes. Remove foil, and continue baking for 15 minutes or until bubbly in the middle. You can also put together the potatoe mixture ahead of time and refrigerate until ready to use - don’t make the topping until you bake it. If you want to use this as a side dish, do not add the ham.