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Baked Ziti

"This is an easy recipe and quick to make. I followed the directions exactly and it turned out wonderful. "

-Amanda G.

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Chicken Pot Pie Casserole

"This is an awesome comfort food. I enjoyed this recipe so much that I made it again the very next day."

-m3mphi5

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"Wow! This dish is like a combination of scalloped potatoes and shepherd's pie! It's so delicious and definitely comforting. This was awesome and very versatile."

-un petit chou

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Tater Tot Casserole

"I absolutely love this recipe!"

-Alan J.

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Meatball Sub Casserole

"I loved the layer of cream cheese in this casserole."

-Mark & Stacy

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"I have made this recipe on many occasions and it gets rave reviews from my guests every time. I prep it in advance and bake it before my parties."

-krp

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Slow-Cooker Cabbage Roll Casserole

"This is the best kind of recipe: Standard ingredients, easy and quick to prepare and it's all done in a slow cooker."

-CindiJ

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Ro-Tel Chicken Casserole

"This is a marvelous dish for a crowd. The flavors were wonderful together and gave the casserole a down-home feel."

-Miss Annie

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"If you're looking for the classic mac and cheese recipe, this is it. It's creamy and delicious. I served it as a side to meatloaf. I used Velveeta and whole milk, and put a few small bits of butter on the breadcrumbs to brown them."

-Karyn in Portland

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“This dish is the perfect comfort food for a weeknight family dinner. It also stores great for leftovers!”

-emilyrrg

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"This was unexpectedly awesome. My whole family enjoyed it."

-Rennug

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Lasagna Casserole

"I wish I could give this a 10-star rating. It's definitely the best lasagna I have ever tried. I don't think I will try any other recipes again."

-Carrie

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Tuna Casserole

"As far as tuna casserole goes, it doesn't get much better than this. It's wonderfully easy and delicious."

-FoodFromSicily

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"This is a great comfort food. I love how you can use any ingredients or any seasonings and it will still be delicious."

-Sissylu

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Easy Manicotti

"I love this recipe! It is so easy to make since you cut out the step of cooking the noodles."

-JulieP108

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"This was absolutely wonderful. I was getting a bit bored with my low-carb diet, and this perked things up considerably."

-CookieMonster2323

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Make-Ahead Mashed Potato Casserole

"This casserole is perfect for any occasion. It's so easy to prepare and ready to be heated on the day needed."

-Bev

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Jalapeno-Corn Casserole

"This made a great side dish. I will definitely make this awesome recipe again."

-2Bleu

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Southwestern Spaghetti Casserole

"I must say, this is absolutely the best baked spaghetti I've ever tasted. My entire family loved it."

-Sissylu

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Chicken Enchilada Casserole

"This has become a family favorite. It's a great recipe to stretch out a small amount of chicken."

-RCS

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Chicken-Crescent Roll Casserole

"This is an amazing, delicious dish. Every time I make it, the kids gobble it up and ask for more."

-dmohre_9443162

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Spaghetti Marinara Casserole

"This casserole is a huge hit at my house. It is so easy, flavorful and freezes great."

-Queen B

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Creamy Burrito Casserole

"What a delicious casserole. It's a quick and easy weeknight meal for any family."

-Laylagirl

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Easy Tuna or Chicken Noodle Casserole

"It is by far the best tuna casserole I have ever tasted."

-Dan C.

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New Mexico Style Chili Chicken Casserole

"One of our new favorite weeknight meals when I need something fast or easy. I've made it three times in the past two months."

-SloppyJoe

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Baked Potato Salad Casserole

"Wish I could give this 10 stars! I've made this 3 times in the past 6 weeks. It is always wiped-out in minutes!"

-ziggy54

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Zucchini or Yellow Squash Casserole

"This recipe is excellent! It has become one of our favorites!"

-bears-n-beagles

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Apple French Toast Casserole

"Awesome recipe. Easy to assemble the night before and bake in the morning By the way, the smell was incredible while it was baking."

-BogeysMom

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Tuna Casserole

"I loved the cream cheese in this easy recipe. A keeper!"

-Charlotte J

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Mexican-Style Green Chile Chicken Casserole

"Being from New Mexico, I thought my way of making this casserole was the best. Wrong! This is so much better! We loved it!"

-cincasue

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Chicken or Turkey Tetrazzini Casserole

"Oh, so very, very good! I love Turkey Tetrazzini, but have never made it myself. This is it! This is what I wanted, exactly!"

-Areesa73

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Summer Squash Casserole

"This tastes just like what my mom makes. It's a great squash recipe!"

-Elizabeth Fullerton

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Hash Brown Casserole

"I made this casserole tonight and it was fantastic! My family and I love it."

-shortcakes

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Delicious Zucchini Casserole

"This is an awesome side dish. My husband loves this and he hates veggies. Super easy and tasty."

-Luv2cook4friends

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Pizza Casserole

"This is comfort food at its finest. I could tell from the first bite that this recipe was going to be a keeper."

-CookieMonster2323

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Zucchini Casserole

"I loved this recipe. Even my significant other who was very skeptical about eating zucchini, liked it."

-mirelaz

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Cheesy Hamburger Casserole

"This is a great comforting, home-style dish. I will definitely make it again, because it really is cheap eating at its best."

-The Daycare Lady

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Beef Stroganoff Casserole

"So delicious."

-Christy T.

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Loaded Baked Potato Casserole

"This casserole quickly climbed to the top of my favorite-dinners list. I highly recommend it to anyone."

-Isac012

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Baked Ziti Casserole

"This baked ziti is simple to make but tastes like a lot more effort has gone into the preparation. I love that there is enough left over for a second meal."

-Judy from Hawaii

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Southwest Tortellini Casserole

"We loved this casserole. I never would have thought to make this combination, but the flavors tasted so good together."

-Chef Crystal Cooks

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Shrimp Casserole

"This is a very good shrimp casserole. It is so nice and creamy."

-gwynn

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"This casserole was amazing. My picky children ate three helpings."

-multitasker

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"What a wonderful recipe. I had every ingredient on hand and I didn't have to change anything."

-Braunda

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Zesty Italian Crescent Casserole

"Great dish! None left! Will definitely be doing this again! I've been looking for something similar to stuffed manicotti and this is pretty much it, but not as expensive."

-bpgoehring

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Broccoli Casserole

"Made this last night for dinner and wow was it ever good! This is the best broccoli casserole I've ever had. Will be making this many more times."

-msjill111

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Chili Dog Casserole

"Tastes just like a chili cheese dog! Easier to eat, too! Quick and easy!"

-ccf913

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Delicious Blue Cheese Broccoli Casserole

"How do you improve upon perfection? You can't! Excellent dish!"

-Debbie Loves to Cook

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Beef, Macaroni and Tomato Casserole

"Best mac and cheese I have ever eaten. I double the recipe for left overs. It's a big hit!"

-Cathi H.

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Pork Chop Casserole

"Wonderful! Such a delicious dish! Also, my husband doesn't care for pork, but really enjoyed this!"

-Kynd4738

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Poppy Seed Chicken Casserole

"I love this recipe. It comes out perfectly delicious."

-charlotte

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Baked French Toast Casserole With Maple Syrup

"I use this recipe everytime I have extra company staying over. It's simply decadent and always a hit."

-Cynna

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King Ranch Chicken Casserole

"Loved it. Great family dish!"

-Mary W.

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FAQs

What is the oldest known casserole? ›

Macaroni and cheese is the oldest written casserole recipe found in 1250.

Why is it called John Wayne casserole? ›

John Wayne first wrote the casserole recipe, but it looks a little different today. John Wayne Casserole was first popularized by the 1979 cookbook, "Cooking with Love from Cara and Her Friends," a collection of different celebrities' favorite dishes.

What is the key to making a good casserole? ›

  1. Choose the right baking dish. If you're all about the crunchy topping, use a shallow dish. ...
  2. Undercook your pasta. ...
  3. Drain your meat. ...
  4. Beware of mushy vegetables. ...
  5. Know your cheeses. ...
  6. Master the art of casserole assembly. ...
  7. Don't skip the topping. ...
  8. Make it now, but bake it later.
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How do you make a casserole not soggy? ›

To prevent a soupy casserole, be sure to fully thaw any frozen vegetables in a colander over a bowl, and pat dry, squeeze excess moisture out of greens like spinach or chard, and quickly precook watery fresh vegetables like onions, mushrooms or squashes just until they release their moisture.

What is the oldest dish we still eat? ›

The World's 10 Oldest Dishes And Where They Are Today
  • Indian curry, circa 2200-2500 B.C. ...
  • Pancakes, circa 11650 B.C. ...
  • Linzer Torte, circa 1653. ...
  • Tamales, circa 5000 B.C. ...
  • Burgers, circa 100 century A.D. ...
  • Mesopotamian Stew, circa 2140 B.C., and bone broth, circa 400 B.C. ...
  • Rice dishes, circa 4530 B.C. ...
  • Beer, circa 3500 B.C.
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What do British people call casserole? ›

' In the UK, the terms casserole and stew tend to be used interchangeably, although some distinguish them by saying stews are cooked on a stovetop while casseroles are cooked in an oven.

What is Jackie Kennedy casserole? ›

A simple homemade side dish recipe with egg noodles, sauteed onions and a simple sour cream sauce very much like Beef Stroganoff or Noodles Romanoff. Sonya Tesch. Dinners.

What do they call a casserole in Minnesota? ›

Casseroles were used as a means to stretch a leftover meal, which was especially important during the Great Depression and World War II. The term “hot dish” first appeared in a cookbook in 1930 by a Mankato, Minnesota church group called Grace Lutheran Ladies Aid.

What do Minnesotans call casseroles? ›

Hotdish is common terminology in western Wisconsin and Minnesota, while casserole is the preferred name everywhere else in the country.

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.

What are 5 components of a casserole? ›

Let's talk anatomy: A standard dinner casserole usually includes a protein, a starch, a vegetable, a sauce (or other binding ingredient), and cheese. But making a casserole is not an exact science, and you can definitely break away from this formula. Check out some fun side-dish casseroles and desserts below!

How can I improve my casserole flavor? ›

Sweet, salty, spicy, and acidic elements should blend well and complement each other. Add ingredients like caramelized onions, olives, or lemon zest to give your casserole a depth of flavor.

Do you bake casseroles covered or uncovered? ›

In general, you'll want to bake a casserole covered with aluminum foil for most of the cooking time. Covering the casserole helps lock in moisture and prevents it from drying out. If you don't cover the casserole or uncover it too soon, the casserole will dry out.

Do I bake my casserole covered or uncovered? ›

Uncovering the foods promotes browning and crisping, and reduces the amount of liquid in the finished dish. If a casserole looks soupy when it's ready to bake, bake it uncovered unless the ingredients include pasta or rice, which absorb liquid.

What are the thickening agents for casseroles? ›

Use one tablespoon cornstarch mixed with one tablespoon cold water (aka a cornstarch slurry) for each cup of medium-thick sauce. Thoroughly mix the cornstarch and water together, then pour into your sauce. Cook and stir over medium heat until thickened and bubbly.

What was the original casserole? ›

Casserole history

Apparently, casseroles originated as communal pots that people shared for meals. The oldest recipe for a casserole, around 1250, consisted of pasta sheets cooked in water, layered with grated cheese and spices.

Who made the first casserole? ›

And a piece by Langdon Reid in a Staunton, Virginia, newspaper says: “History tells us that a French Canadian immigrant Elmire Jolicour is credited with inventing the casserole, this wonderful dish of culinary breakthrough, in Berlin, New Hampshire, in 1866.”

What year were casseroles invented? ›

*The oldest “recipe” for casserole appears to be a form of macaroni and cheese that was written down in Latin. The recipe was called “de lasnis”, which called for pasta sheets cooked in water, layered with grated cheese (probably parmesan) and mild spices. This was clear back around the year 1250!

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