Name: Quick & Lighter Potatoes Romanoff
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 1 h
Total time: 1 h 10 min
Yield: 6 servings
Ingredients: 20 oz shredded hash browns; 15 tablespoons light sour cream; 1 ¾ cups finely shredded sharp cheddar cheese (made with 2% milk); 7 tablespoons Hy-Vee crumbled bacon pieces; ¼ cup hydrated minced onions; ½ teaspoon white pepper; ⅛ teaspoon cayenne pepper

Prep: 10 min
Cook: 1 hour
Total: 1 hour 10 min
Servings: 6

For the Lightened Romanoff Casserole

Using pre-shredded hash browns and lighter ingredients makes this version swift as a fair wind and easier on the galley stores.

Ingredients

20 oz shredded hash browns
15 tablespoons light sour cream
1 ¾ cups finely shredded sharp cheddar cheese (made with 2% milk)
7 tablespoons Hy-Vee crumbled bacon pieces
¼ cup hydrated minced onions
½ teaspoon white pepper
⅛ teaspoon cayenne pepper

Instructions

Preheat oven to 425°F.
In a large bowl, combine all ingredients until evenly mixed.
Transfer mixture into a buttered oven-safe dish and smooth the top.
Bake uncovered for about 60 minutes, or until golden and bubbling.

Prep: 10 min • Cook: 1 hour • Wait: No time

Notes

A leaner take on a classic galley favorite—this Romanoff be swift to prepare and hearty enough for any crew. Keeps well in the ship’s stores for up to 3 days. Reheat uncovered at 350°F until warmed through. For extra flair, top with a sprinkle of fresh chives or a dash of paprika before serving.