Creamy Crunchy Potatoes

In a saucepan, cook onion in the 2 tablespoons butter or margarine until onion is tender.

In bowl, combine thawed hash browns, sour cream, condensed soup, onion mixture, and jalapeños, if you like.

Transfer mixture to a 13x9x2-inch baking dish. Sprinkle with the cornflakes and drizzle with the 1/4 cup butter or margarine.

Bake the potatoes in a 350 degree F oven for about 45 minutes or until golden. Season to taste with salt and pepper. Makes 10 to 12 side-dish servings.