Ingredients:

  Amount  Measure       Ingredient -- Preparation Method
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  32      ounces        frozen hash brown potatoes
   1      can           cream of chicken soup
   8      ounces        sour cream
   8      ounces        cheddar cheese -- shredded,
                        -- approximately
   1      medium        onion -- chopped
                        salt and pepper -- to taste

Preparation:

Combine the above ingredients in a large bowl. Place in 9x13 baking dish and place 1 stick of butter (cut into pats) over top. Bake at 375 degrees for about 1 hour until bubbly and browned on top. This dish can be reheated in an oven or microwave for potlucks.