2 lb. pkg. frozen chunky-style hash brown potatoes, partially thawed
1 stick butter, melted
1 can cream of chicken soup
1 can cream of mushroom soup
16 oz. dairy sour cream
8-10 oz. grated sharp cheddar
Salt, pepper to taste
Bacon bits (optional)

In a large mixing bowl combine potatoes, half the melted butter, soups, sour cream, salt and pepper; mix well. In a large baking dish (larger than 13x9x2) pour the remaining half of melted butter to coat bottom of pan. Loosely pack the potato mixture.

Top with cheese and bacon bits. Bake in 350-375 degree oven for 1 hour or until hot and bubbly. Serves 8.