Instructions: Melt butter in a 10-inch cast-iron skillet in a 450 degrees oven. Pour into a large bowl; add hash browns, and toss with chopped basil, salt, and pepper.

Spoon hash brown mixture into skillet, pressing with back of spoon. Bake at 400 degrees for 35 minutes.

This recipe yields 4 to 6 servings.

Comments: This streamlined version of the classic Anna potatoes eliminates the tedious stirring.

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