36+ Crave-able Casserole Recipes! (2024)

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Comforting casserole recipes for holiday menus and everyday meals. From mac and cheese to green bean casserole, these are the recipes even the picky eaters love!

casserole (noun)

cas·se·role /kas-uh-rohl/ 1. :a dish in which food can be baked and served. 2. : the food cooked and served in a casserole. 3. : some of our favorite casserole recipes EVER!

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casserole (noun)
MAIN DISH CASSEROLE Recipes
SIDE DISH CASSEROLE Recipes
SPRING/SUMMER CASSEROLE Recipes
SEAFOOD CASSEROLE Recipes
BREAKFAST CASSEROLE Recipes

MAIN DISH CASSEROLE Recipes

These are the beloved one pot meals that can be prepped, popped in the oven, and forgotten until it’s time to dig in. The most famous main dish casseroles like lasagna only scratch the surface of this cozy and delicious cooking method…

Moussaka

3.69 from 41 votes

Greek casserole is made with layers of ground lamb or beef and eggplant, all topped off with a lusciousbéchamelsauce.

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Easy Cassoulet

3.74 from 60 votes

My Easy Cassoulet is a pared down version of the classic French dish and it's perfect for laid back entertaining or a romantic dinner for two!

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Meatball Macaroni and Cheese

5 from 16 votes

Baked meatball macaroni and cheese is a delicious and economical meal for a hungry family!

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Baked Brats in Caramelized Sauerkraut

5 from 20 votes

Baked brats in caramelized sauerkraut is a wonderfully easy sausage casserole that feeds the family on a weeknight, or a crowd on game day, you decide. It's a classic German recipe that everybody adores!

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The Best Cottage Pie

3.50 from 110 votes

Cottage Pie and its cousin Shepherd's Pie are the crown jewels of Irish and British country cooking and everyone should know how to make one.

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Dublin Coddle

5 from 20 votes

Dublin Coddle is a classic pub meal you won't want to miss, this Irish stew is made in one pot with bacon, sausage, onions, carrots, and a golden potato crust. A dash of Guinness makes the broth sooooo good!

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Smoked Salmon Mac and Cheese

5 from 2 votes

Smoked Salmon Mac and Cheese is modern comfort food with a sophisticated twist, this stuff is incredibly delicious!

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Thanksgiving Leftovers Casserole

5 from 9 votes

A comforting casserole made from Thanksgiving leftovers ~ it's the way we keep that delicious holiday vibe going, long after the 4th Thursday of November!

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SIDE DISH CASSEROLE Recipes

Side dish casseroles are the real memory-makers. Your favorites from holiday tables past, Sunday dinners, and the best potluck buffets.

SPRING/SUMMER CASSEROLE Recipes

Because salads can only take you so far…

SEAFOOD CASSEROLE Recipes

Let’s not forget healthy seafood can be baked up, casserole style!

Classic New England Fish Pie Recipe

4.70 from 30 votes

My Classic New England Fish Pie Recipe has a base of fish, leeks, parsnips and peas in a creamy white sauce, topped with a cheddar-y horseradish and buttermilk mash ~ it's hands down the most comforting meal I've had all year.

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Simple Greek Style Baked Fish

3.54 from 47 votes

Healthy Mediterranean style baked fish with tomatoes and olives.

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Shrimp in Lemon Sauce with Olives

3.61 from 97 votes

Shrimp in Lemon Sauce with Olives ~ this 30 minute meal will transport you to the Greek Isles with its silky lemon sauce and rich, briny olives. The health news on the Mediterranean Diet just keeps getting better and better ~ lucky us!

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Baked Whitefish with Mustard Sauce

4.04 from 25 votes

Baked Whitefish with Mustard Sauce ~ fish fillets baking up in a zesty but comforting cream sauce is a quick and delicious 30 minute meal.

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Ottolenghi’s Cod Cakes in Tomato Sauce

3.69 from 104 votes

Ottolenghi's Cod Cakes in Tomato Sauce is an earthy meal of delicate fish cakes flavored with spices and herbs, tucked into an aromatic sauce.

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BREAKFAST CASSEROLE Recipes

Hearty breakfast casseroles are the way to go if you’ve got a crowd to feed, or if you just get really hungry in the morning, like me 🙂

Baked Eggs Florentine

3.57 from 46 votes

Baked Eggs Florentine ~ a simple but delicious dish of baked eggs with spinach. This satisfying low carb recipe makes an elegant breakfast, brunch, or cozy dinner.

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Eggnog Streusel French Toast Casserole

3.40 from 58 votes

My Eggnog Streusel French Toast Casserole is a decadent, holiday morning worthy baked French toast that can be assembled the night before. Can you say fantasy B&B breakfast?

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Kedgeree

4.45 from 18 votes

Kedgeree is classic British brunch casserole with curried basmati rice, smoked fish, and hard cooked eggs.

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Corned Beef Hash

5 from 2 votes

Classic corned beef hash made with leftover corned beef from your St. Patrick's Day corned beef and cabbage!

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36+ Crave-able Casserole Recipes! (2024)

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Is it better to bake a casserole covered or uncovered? ›

According to Allrecipes, it is important to leave a casserole covered for part of its cooking time. This helps to trap moisture and heat which helps it cook evenly without burning. However, it's also frequently important to let the casserole cook uncovered for a period of the baking time as well.

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Is it better to cook casserole the day before or? ›

Make-ahead meals (especially baked casseroles) are terrific because you can completely assemble them in advance and bake them just before serving. They're the ultimate comfort food as they come bubbling hot and delicious straight from the oven to the table to the delight of family and friends.

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Do you cover a casserole with foil when baking? ›

The short answer is both. Covering a casserole traps heat and steam and gets the casserole cooking. However, you also have to take the cover off to get a crunchy, browned top.

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How long should a casserole be cooked for? ›

The time a casserole takes to cook will vary from 2-2½ hours for chuck, blade and thick flank, up to 4 hours for shin, leg and neck. Pork cuts for braising and casseroling normally take 1½ hours, and lamb much the same.

What is the purpose of using a water bath when baking? ›

The hot water helps keep the temperature surrounding the food more consistent. This is particularly useful for recipes containing eggs, which can be quite temperamental in unmoderated temperatures. Delicate bakes using a custard or something similar (like cheesecake) will benefit greatly from the use of a water bath.

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How long to cook a casserole that has been refrigerated? ›

Plan 15 to 20 minutes additional heating time for the refrigerated cold casserole. Heat until it's hot and steamy throughout (165 °F as measured by a food thermometer).

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What are the three main parts of a casserole? ›

In the United States, a casserole or hot dish is typically a baked food with three main components: pieces of meat (such as chicken or ground meat) or fish (such as tuna) or other protein (such as beans or tofu), various chopped or canned vegetables (such as green beans or peas), and a starchy binder (such as flour, ...

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Should you put a lid on a casserole? ›

A tight-fitting lid on your casserole dish ensures the dish doesn't lose moisture during the long cooking process.

What does covering a dish while baking do? ›

It's always a great idea to cover your dishes with aluminum foil while cooking at high temperatures in the oven. It protects your food from drying out or burning and helps keep in the heat and moisture, ensuring a perfectly cooked meal.

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How do you make a casserole not soggy? ›

To prevent a soggy top and a firm or crunchy bottom, it's important to use a shallow baking dish, to cook the casserole at the correct oven temperature and for the appropriate amount of time, and to be mindful of the amount of liquid used in the recipe.

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Should I cover food when baking? ›

When cooking a roast in the oven, keep it uncovered until roasted to the desired doneness. After removing from the oven, tent with foil and let stand 15 minutes before carving. This allows the juices to redistribute, preventing them from draining out during carving—and preventing dry, disappointing meat.

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