20 Cozy Casserole Recipes
Whether you call them casseroles or hot dishes, there's no argument about the merits of these cozy, crowd-friendly recipes. We've rounded up the best options out there ranging from ultraclassic (think tuna noodle casserole) to creative spins (breakfast pancake lasagna).
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Kale and Wild Rice Casserole
Gruyère, mushrooms, and caramelized onions add umami oomph to a kale and wild rice casserole.
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One-Pot Cheeseburger Casserole
Not only does this cheeseburger casserole only dirty one skillet, but it also comes together in about 30 minutes.
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Brussels Sprouts Lasagna
This hearty pasta bake packs in plenty of vegetables: shredded brussels sprouts, diced shallot, and two types of mushrooms.
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Tuna Noodle Casserole
A roundup of casserole recipes isn't complete without tuna noodle casserole.
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Summer Squash Casserole
A Southern recipe with a California twist, this squash casserole is seasoned with a meyer lemon gremolata and sourdough breadcrumbs.
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Breakfast Lasagna
No need to choose between bacon and sausage or pancakes and scrambled eggs; this decadent breakfast lasagna combines all four into each bite.
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Mexican Casserole
Though it looks mighty decadent, this Mexican casserole is actually relatively light, thanks to a generous dose of beans and vegetables.
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Pumpkin Parmesan Pasta Bake
Pumpkin puree gives this autumnal casserole its golden hue and a subtly sweet earthy flavor.
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Lasagna For Two
While casserole's crowd-friendly nature is usually a plus, it's a downside when cooking for two (leftovers lose their allure on day four). This scaled-down lasagna recipe is a great option if you don't have a large family to feed.
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Bourbon Sweet Potato Casserole With Bacon and Pecans
What's not to love about a bourbon-spiked sweet potato casserole topped with bacon and pecans?
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Butternut Squash Ricotta Casserole
For a fast and easy weeknight fix, look no further than this butternut squash ricotta casserole.
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Butternut Squash Lasagna
Vegetarians and omnivores alike will adore butternut squash lasagna.
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Cheesy Breakfast Casserole
Casseroles aren't only a dinnertime thing; case in point: this eggy Italian sausage, potato, and bell pepper bake.
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Chicken Spaghetti
To the uninitiated, chicken spaghetti is like Tex-Mex macaroni and cheese.
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Quinoa Risotto Casserole With Truffle Oil
Imagine if lasagna and risotto had a baby and you'd have this cheesy baked quinoa casserole.
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Thai Peanut Beef
Made with ingredients including soy sauce, peanut butter, Sriracha, and brown sugar, this Thai peanut beef is a cross-cultural mashup.
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Gooey Cinnamon Roll French Toast Casserole
Two breakfast favorites — cinnamon rolls and french toast — combine forces in this cozy breakfast option.
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Mushroom and Leek Lasagna
Like pretty much all Ina Garten recipes, this wild mushroom and leek lasagna is at once elegant and comforting.
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Greek Baked Macaroni and Cheese
Pastitsio, or Greek macaroni and cheese is baked with ground lamb (or beef), tomato sauce, and spices including cinnamon and oregano.
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Chicken Noodle Soup Casserole
A classic comfort food is reimagined in this chicken noodle soup casserole recipe.
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Ina Garten's Baked Pasta With Mushrooms
Ina Garten's baked pasta with mushrooms and radicchio has four types of cheeses that get melted with the bubbly, crisped pasta in the oven.
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French Onion Chicken Noodle Casserole
You top this French onion chicken noodle casserole with potato chips for crunchy, salty deliciousness.