These hearty and flavorful dishes are designed to bring people together, whether it’s sharing a meal with friends at a communal gathering or enjoying a hassle-free family dinner.
Embrace the warmth of home-cooked comfort with this handful of ideas, beyond the usual tuna noodle casserole (though we love that, too). You’ll crave them all season long.
Four-Cheese Truffled Macaroni and Cheese
Tmac
Truffle mac and cheese is a favorite to make when there’s a chill in the air. It’s great for cheese lovers, like us, and works well at dinner parties. The leftovers are fabulous, too! If you don’t have a bottle of truffle oil yet, it’s one of the best culinary purchases you can make this year. A little goes a long way, so it lasts a while, and you can use it in so many different dishes. Top the mac with a pinch of truffle salt if desired.
4-Ingredient Hamburger Casserole
fabeveryday
“This 4-ingredient hamburger casserole is so comforting and easy to make, and leaves plenty of room for you to doctor it up as you see fit,” says recipe submitter LaDonna Langwell.
Savory Rosemary Bread Pudding
Allrecipes Magazine
Upcycle cheese board leftovers into savory bread pudding. We love Gruyère, but any shredded or crumbled cheese will work. Want to take it up a notch? Make some fried rosemary to garnish the casserole—heat ¼ cup canola oil in a pan over medium heat. Fry fresh rosemary until dark green, about 1 minute, and serve sprigs with each slice for an aromatic upgrade.
Creamy Chicken Cordon Bleu Casserole
Dotdash Meredith Food Studios
The intro of this dish on the recipe page says it all: “This Chicken Cordon Bleu Casserole recipe is the shortcut special occasion dinner of your dreams.” It belongs in the weeknight dinner rotation as much as it belongs on the holiday table. Mix noodles, chicken, ham, cream of chicken soup, and a sprinkling of other ingredients for all the taste of a traditional favorite with a fraction of the prep work.
Cowboy Casserole
Dotdash Meredith Food Studios
Classic Tater Tot casserole is usually a mix of beef, cream of mushroom soup, and potato nuggets. Here, recipe developer Julia Levy adds hot sausage, bacon, and veggies to the lineup for a five-star dish that an Allrecipes member said, “Was gobbled up by the whole family!” Another said, “I’ll make it once a month!” (And so will we.)
Million Dollar Potato Casserole
Dotdash Meredith Food Studios
“This creamy, cheesy million dollar potato casserole is an excellent cold weather side dish.” —Recipe creator Andrea Lobas
Greek Feta and Spinach Potato Casserole
Chef John
If you like potato gratins and casseroles, try this unique Greek-inspired recipe from Chef John. The herbaceous flavor of mint and spinach pairs well with the rich flavor of baked feta cheese. Reviewer Suzanne Myers agrees, saying, “Oh my gosh … this is just crazy good! Delicious and full-flavored … I will make this again and again! Thank you, Chef John. You never let me down.”
Chicken and Stuffing Casserole
Dotdash Meredith Food Studios
According to recipe creator CathyP, this chicken and stuffing casserole “is creamy and comforting on a cool winter evening—the whole family will love it!” Use rotisserie chicken, or whatever chicken you have on hand, stuffing mix, and condensed soup for a satisfying yet easy meal. “Leftovers are yummy, too,” she adds.
The Best Spaghetti Casserole
Dotdash Meredith Food Studios
Give your typical spaghetti dinner a twist in your 9×13 baking dish with this irresistible recipe. A few steps and just about an hour, and you’re on your way. Simply brown ground beef and onion in a large skillet, stir in spaghetti sauce, sour cream, mozzarella, and cooked pasta, then bake until gooey and delicious.
Breakfast Sausage Casserole
Dotdash Meredith Food Studios
Savory sausage mixes with eggs, bread, and cheese for an easy dish that can be prepped ahead. It freezes well, too. Our community backs this up, with more than 1,500 five-star reviews. One reviewer says, “I am constantly being asked for this recipe every time I make it. So easy to put together. Best way to feed many for a stress-free meal.” Another adds, “This is the BEST breakfast casserole ever!” We have to agree.
