Cheesy Hash Brown Casserole

Directions

1. 1
   Preheat your oven to 350°. Grease a 9 inch baking pan.
2. 2
   Dice the bacon into 1/2 inch pieces. Cook the bacon until it is crispy. set aside on paper towel.
3. 3
   In a large bowl mix the potatoes, cooked bacon, melted butter, onion, garlic powder, salt and pepper, cheddar and Parmesan cheese.
4. 4
   Mix to coat and combine well.
5. 5
   Add the potato mixture to the greased 9 inch baking dish.
6. 6
   Pour the half and half cream over top, and dot with the hard butter on top.
7. 7
   Bake for 55-60 minutes until the potatoes around the edges are lightly browned.
8. 8
   Let rest for 5 minutes then serve garnished with chopped fresh parsley on top.