1 lb. frozen hash browns
1 (8 oz.) carton sour cream
Salt and pepper
1/4 c. chopped onion (optional)
1 c. cream of chicken soup
1 c. grated cheddar cheese
1/2 c. butter
1 sleeve Ritz crackers, crushed

Mix all but butter and Ritz crackers. Spread in casserole dish. Melt butter and mix with crackers; put on top.

Bake 1 hour at 350°F.