2 lbs. hash browns
1/2 c. butter
1 pt. sour cream
1 can cream of chicken or mushroom soup
2 tbsp. minced onions
2 c. shredded Cheddar cheese
1/2 tsp. pepper
1 to 2 tsp. salt

Thaw potatoes. Toss with onions and butter. Blend cheese, sour cream, soup, salt and pepper. Put in lightly greased 9x13 pan. Cover with 2 cups crushed corn flakes, potato chips or crackers tossed with 1/4 cup melted butter. Cover and bake at 350 degrees for 25 minutes. Remove lid and bake another 25 minutes or until done.