What’s not to love about casseroles? They’re hearty, comforting, and simply delicious, and they’re super-easy to make! There’s very minimal effort required on your end. Just throw all the ingredients in a casserole dish, and the oven will take care of the rest. It’s also a great way to use up all the veggies that are almost wilting in your fridge. Because most casseroles have a creamy and cheesy sauce, the kids won’t mind the chunks of veggies in there. So, if you’re looking for new casserole recipes for the whole family to enjoy, you’ve come to the right place. Without further ado, here are 25 fantastic casseroles to serve in the fall.
1. Cinnamon Roll Casserole
Start your day the sweet way with this cinnamon roll casserole. Just the smell of this dish baking in the oven will make you drool. This dessert for breakfast is like cinnamon rolls turned into bread pudding. In short, they’re ridiculously delicious. Don’t worry, you don’t have to make bread from scratch with this recipe. All you’ll need are those store-bought tubes of cinnamon rolls and a few other pantry staples.
2. Tater Tot Casserole
Tater tots are already addictive on their own. Can you just imagine what a casserole made of tater tots would taste like? The answer: out-of-this-world delicious. How can it not be? It has a creamy and cheesy ground beef mixture at the bottom, a layer of tater tots in the middle, and melty cheese on top.
3. Dump and Bake Chicken Stuffing Casserole
This chicken stuffing casserole is comfort food at its best. In this delectable dish, you’ll get tender and moist chicken, a creamy and cheesy sauce, and crunchy crumb topping for good measure. It’s extremely delightful, which is why it’s shocking to know that it only calls for 5 ingredients and 10 minutes of prep. It’s an excellent way to feed a crowd without exerting much effort.
4. Pierogi Casserole
If you’re in a rush but still have to put dinner on the table, count on this pierogi casserole. This dish has potato pierogies at the bottom, topped with bacon crumbles, a creamy sauce, and ooey-gooey cheese. With its mouthwatering combination of flavors and textures, it’s guaranteed to impress even the pickiest eaters. If it doesn’t, I don’t know what will.
5. Apple Butternut Squash Casserole
Featuring butternut squash and apples, this recipe brings together the delicious flavors of the fall in one casserole. Chunks of butternut squash and apples are seasoned and roasted to perfection. It doesn’t end there, though. Taking the casserole over the top is a topping of pecans and bacon-flavored with honey, cinnamon, and ground cloves. Talk about next level, am I right?
6. Tuna Noodle Casserole
This tuna noodle casserole is a certified crowd-pleaser. Think tuna carbonara, but taken to a whole new level. Seriously, this is peak comfort food! So this is how it goes: egg noodles are coated with a creamy, tuna-filled sauce. That in itself is already so freakin’ tasty, but of course, there’s more. The noodles are encased in a breadcrumb-parmesan cheese topping that turns into a crisp, golden crust once baked. Is this food heaven? I think so.
7. John Wayne Casserole
The famous actor may have long been gone, but this casserole lives forever. John Wayne casserole has a biscuit crust bottom filled with ground beef, veggies, diced tomatoes, chilies, a creamy sauce, and melted cheese on top. This medley of flavors may seem too overwhelming, but on the contrary, it works harmoniously. It’s meaty, creamy, cheesy, and everything you can ask for in comfort food.
8. Twice Baked Potato Casserole
This casserole is insanely addictive. Consider yourself warned. If you love mashed potatoes, I guarantee you will fall head over heels for this casserole. Mashed potatoes are loaded AND topped with bacon and cheese and baked to perfection. The result is a mind-blowing dish that you’ll surely crave again and again. Thankfully, it’s a cinch to make.
9. Sour Cream Noodle Bake
If comfort is what you’re looking for, you’ve just found it in this recipe. This casserole is way better than a giant hug! It’s made of ground beef, tomato sauce, egg noodles, sour cream, cottage cheese, and cheddar cheese. From this alone, you can already tell how wonderfully indulgent it is. Think lasagna, but rather than lasagna noodles, you’ll use egg noodles instead. The result is simply divine.
10. Old Fashioned Hamburger Casserole
If feeding picky eaters is a constant struggle, this cheeseburger and lasagna crossover is the one thing missing in your life. I can’t imagine anybody not liking this casserole. Egg noodles are covered with a creamy, cheesy sauce and are layered with tomato meat sauce and melted cheese.
11. Loaded Cauliflower Casserole
This casserole transforms the bland cauliflower into an outrageously scrumptious dish. If you think cauliflower isn’t exciting, think again. In this casserole, cauliflower florets are mixed and topped with bacon, chives, sour cream, and a medley of cheeses. Expect nothing but greatness. As a bonus, this casserole is keto-friendly. Don’t say I never give you healthy options!
12. Bisquick Breakfast Casserole
This breakfast casserole is an awesome breakfast to start the day. Full of sausage crumbles, bell peppers, onions, and cheese, this casserole has all the essential nutrients to fuel your body. A complete meal on its own, a slice of this well-rounded breakfast is all it takes to get you ready for the day. Best of all, thanks to Bisquick, it’s a breeze to make.
13. Broccoli Rice Casserole
Broccoli, rice, and cheese combine to make an appetizing side dish. Pair it with any meaty entree for a hearty meal. The sight of broccoli will gross out most kids, but this casserole won’t. The secret is to bathe the veggie in a creamy and cheesy sauce. Believe me, the kids will have no problem devouring this casserole.
14. Blueberry French Toast Casserole
Who doesn’t love a good French toast, especially in the morning? But also, who wants to go through the trouble of pan-frying each toast, standing in front of a hot stove as it cooks? Here’s the ultimate solution: make French toast casserole instead. This way, all you’ll need is to dump the ingredients in a casserole and let the oven do its magic. It’ll be done by the time you get out of the shower!
15. Shrimp and Grits Casserole
If you’re not a huge fan of shrimp and grits, wait until you try this casserole. Believe me, one bite of this deliciousness will change your mind. This isn’t your average, bland grits, folks. It’s filled with sweet shrimp, smoky bacon, tangy tomatoes, crisp veggies, gouda cheese – the works. So, if you’re worried that this casserole will be way too boring, think again! Don’t knock it until you try it.
16. Hash Brown Casserole
Classic hash browns are transformed into a cheesy and creamy casserole in this mouthwatering makeover. I have nothing against regular hash browns, but OMG, this version is way better. I’m talking hash browns swimming in a thick sauce made of cream of chicken soup cheese, and sour cream! It’s super scrumptious, but also easy enough to make any day. It’s a definite must-add to your weekly meal rotation.
17. Turnips au Gratin
Potatoes au gratin is nothing short of amazing, but also, its caloric content is too darn high. If you’re feeling a little too guilty about eating all that spud, how about using turnips instead? You’ll still get all that cheesy goodness, but the calories won’t be damaging to your diet.
18. Taco Casserole
As much as I love tacos, I’m not a fan of how messy they are to eat. One bite and everything falls apart! Enter, the taco casserole. This drool-worthy dish has tortilla chips topped with beef, salsa, and finished off with loads of cheese. You’ll get to enjoy everything you love about tacos, minus the messy part.
19. White Chocolate Cranberry Dessert Casserole
It’s time for dessert! White chocolate and cranberries are a tried-and-true combination. I like them in cookies and I love them in this casserole. With a layer of vanilla cake at the bottom and white chocolate mousse with swirls of cranberry compote on top, this casserole is what sweet dreams are made of.
20. Sweet Potato Casserole
Mashed sweet potatoes at the bottom and a crunchy brown sugar pecan mixture on top: happy Thanksgiving, indeed! Sweet potato casserole is a must-have at Thanksgiving parties, but because it’s a snap to make, feel free to whip it up any day. With its combination of sweet, salty, and savory flavors, it’s hard not to yearn for it over and over.
21. Cheesy Potatoes with Cornflakes
With smooth and velvety cheesy potatoes at the bottom and crispy and crunchy cornflakes on top, this casserole is the stuff of breakfast legends. Who says you can only eat cornflakes in a bowl with milk? Pair it with spuds, and you’ll get a phenomenal breakfast dish!
22. Green Bean Casserole
Make those bland green beans holiday-worthy with this quick and easy recipe. Coated with a creamy sauce and topped with crispy onions, this green bean casserole is definitely holiday-worthy. It’s the easiest way to make your kids enjoy veggies!
23. Apple Fritter Casserole
Crescent rolls, apples, brown sugar, and cinnamon unite to make a dessert breakfast you won’t soon forget. Believe me, you’ll be dreaming about this casserole for days, weeks even! With an amazing flavor and texture combination, this easily makes my top 5 favorite sweet casseroles.
24. Barilla Lasagna
If you find lasagnas too intimidating to make, you’re in for a treat. Here’s a quick and easy recipe that’s ready in just 40 minutes – no exaggeration. The secret is to use a pre-made marinara sauce. With this ingredient, you don’t have to wait hours to simmer the sauce!
25. Corn Casserole
Last on the list, but not in my heart is this sweet and savory corn casserole. Think of it as a cross between cornbread and pudding. It’s crisp on the outside and moist and tender on the inside. And as expected, there’s corn goodness in every bite. This simple 6-ingredient recipe comes together in no time, but it can feed a large crowd. It’s a perfect recipe for unplanned gatherings! Click on a star to rate it!
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