2 lb frozen hash browns, slightly thawe, d *or*
58 oz hominy (2 large cans)
1/4 cup margarine
1/4 chopped onion
1/2 tsp salt
1/2 tsp pepper
1 lb cheddar longhorn cheese
4 oz diced green chiles (1 can)
8 oz sour cream
10 oz cream of chicken soup (1 can)
1 non-stick spray
1 cornflake crumbs
Directions
Mix all ingredients together (except cornflakes) and spoon into
sprayed 13- by 9-inch dish. Top with cornflake crumbs. Bake at 350
degrees 45 minutes. Makes 10 to 12 servings.
Servings: 12 servings
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Categories: Casserole; Potato; Vegetable
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