Classic Hash Browns

This easy homemade hash brown recipe produces the crispiest results with just a few simple ingredients.

How to Make Hash Browns

You'll find a detailed ingredient list and step-by-step instructions in the recipe below, but let's go over the basics:

Hash Brown Ingredients

These are the simple ingredients you'll need to make this homemade hash brown recipe:

· Potatoes: A starchy potato, such as the russet potato, is perfect for crispy hash browns.

· Butter: You'll need three tablespoons of clarified butter.

· Seasonings: These flavorful hash browns are seasoned with cayenne pepper, paprika, salt, and pepper.

How to Make Homemade Hash Browns

Here's a very brief overview of what you can expect when you make hash browns at home:

1. Shred the potatoes into cold water, stir, drain, and dry well.

2. Cook potatoes in butter, season, and continue cooking until a crust forms on the bottom.

3. Flip and/or stir until the potatoes are browned and crusty all over.

How to Store and Freeze Hash Browns

These hash browns taste the best when they're served fresh. If you have leftovers, though, you can store them in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to three days. To keep them crispy, reheat them in the oven instead of the microwave.

It's best to freeze the shredded potatoes before cooking. Simply shred the potatoes and flash freeze them on a baking sheet, then cook the potatoes from frozen when you're ready to eat the hash browns.