Velveeta Mayo Hash Browns
Indulge in the ultimate comfort food with Velveeta Mayo Hash Browns, a decadently creamy and cheesy twist on the classic side dish. This recipe takes crispy golden hash browns and coats them in a luscious sauce made from velvety smooth Velveeta cheese and tangy mayonnaise, with a flavorful boost from sautéed onions, garlic powder, and a hint of paprika. Quick to prepare and ready in just 35 minutes, this dish is perfect for breakfast, brunch, or even dinner. Garnish with fresh scallions for an optional touch of color and freshness. Whether served alongside eggs and bacon or as a stand-alone dish, these rich and satisfying hash browns are sure to become a family favorite!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 20 ounces frozen hash browns
- 8 ounces Velveeta cheese
- 1 cup mayonnaise
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 1 medium, finely chopped onion
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
- 2 stalks, thinly sliced (optional for garnish) scallions
Instructions
1. Preheat a large nonstick skillet over medium heat and add the vegetable oil.
2. Once the oil is hot, add the frozen hash browns, spreading them out evenly in a single layer.
3. Cook for 5-7 minutes on one side, allowing them to brown and crisp, then flip and cook an additional 5-7 minutes on the other side. Remove from heat and set aside.
4. In a medium saucepan, melt the butter over medium heat. Add the finely chopped onion and sauté for 3-4 minutes until softened and translucent.
5. Stir in the garlic powder, black pepper, and salt, cooking for an additional 1 minute to release the spices' aroma.
6. Cut the Velveeta cheese into small cubes and add it to the saucepan along with the mayonnaise. Stir continuously over low heat until the cheese is completely melted and smooth, about 3-4 minutes.
7. Add the cooked hash browns to the cheese sauce mixture and gently fold everything together to coat the potatoes evenly.
8. Transfer the mixture to a serving dish or skillet and sprinkle paprika over the top for added flavor and color.
9. If desired, garnish with thinly sliced scallions for a fresh pop of color before serving.
10. Serve hot and enjoy the creamy, cheesy Velveeta Mayo Hash Browns!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
4312 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 357.2 g | 458% | |
| Saturated Fat | 87.0 g | 435% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 31.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 560 mg | 186% | |
| Sodium | 7705 mg | 335% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 229.1 g | 83% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 19.0 g | 68% | |
| Total Sugars | 26.1 g | ||
| Protein | 78.5 g | 157% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.7 mcg | 3% | |
| Calcium | 2034 mg | 156% | |
| Iron | 4.4 mg | 24% | |
| Potassium | 2829 mg | 60% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
