Ultimate Hash Browns Casserole

• 1 (2 lb) bag O'Brien potatoes
• 1/2 lb bacon, cooked and crumbled
• 1/2 lb breakfast sausage, cooked and crumbled
• 3 green onions, finely chopped
• 3 garlic cloves, minced
• 1/4 cup onion, diced
• 10 ounces cream of mushroom soup or 10 ounces cream of chicken soup, undiluted
• 16 ounces sour cream
• 1 lb cheddar cheese, divided
• 1 teaspoon black pepper

1. This is very important: Microwave the whole bag of potatoes for 5-10 minutes before starting casserole. You want them completely defrosted and even slightly cooked.
2. Mix all ingredients, RESERVING 2 CUPS CHEESE, in large mixing bowl.
3. Pour mixture in a greased 9x13 casserole baking dish.
4. Bake covered at 375 degrees for 1 hour.
5. Top with remaining 2 cups cheese.
6. Bake uncovered for another 5-10 minutes or until bubbly!

obrien potatoes, bacon, sausage, green onions, garlic, onion, cream of mushroom soup, sour cream, cheddar cheese, black pepper

Taken from www.food.com/recipe/ultimate-hash-browns-casserole-193345 (may not work)