1 -24 oz. pkg. frozen hash browns
1/2 c. butter
1 tsp. salt
1/4 tsp. pepper
1/2 c. chopped onion
1 can cream of chicken or cream of mushroom soup
1 pt. sour cream
2 c. grated sharp cheddar cheese
1/4 c. butter
2 c. crushed corn flakes

Mix together 1/2 cup butter, salt, pepper, onion, soup, sour cream and cheese.

Put in baking dish. For topping, mix 1/4 cup butter and corn flakes; sprinkle over top.

Bake uncovered at 350°F for 45 minutes.