20 Cozy Casserole Recipes

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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).

Kale and Wild Rice Casserole

Gruyère, mushrooms, and caramelized onions add umami oomph to a kale and wild rice casserole.

One-Pot Cheeseburger Casserole

Not only does this cheeseburger casserole only dirty one skillet, but it also comes together in about 30 minutes.

Brussels Sprouts Lasagna

This hearty pasta bake packs in plenty of vegetables: shredded brussels sprouts, diced shallot, and two types of mushrooms.

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.

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.

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.

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.

Butternut Squash Lasagna

Vegetarians and omnivores alike will adore butternut squash lasagna.

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.

Quinoa Risotto Casserole With Truffle Oil

Imagine if lasagna and risotto had a baby and you'd have this cheesy baked quinoa casserole.

Thai Peanut Beef

Made with ingredients including soy sauce, peanut butter, Sriracha, and brown sugar, this Thai peanut beef is a cross-cultural mashup.

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.

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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Olive Garden's Lasagna Classico

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.

French Onion Chicken Noodle Casserole

You top this French onion chicken noodle casserole with potato chips for crunchy, salty deliciousness.

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