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45 Easy Casserole Recipes for Warm Meals on Busy Nights

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By Southern Living Editors Updated June 22, 2022
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How do we love casseroles? Let us count the ways. They are easy to prepare, portable for potlucks and other gatherings, satisfy the hungriest crowd, can be made in advance, save time on clean up, and are hands-down the most comforting dish to dig into. Every Southern cook has a favorite go-to casserole recipe, but there is always room for more.

Choose from dozens of our best quick and easy casserole recipes including classics like King Ranch chicken, lasagna, pot pies, and enchiladas. Or, add some variety to your go-to dinner rotation and try new favorites like Deb Wise's Tamale Pie Mix-Up and Smoked-Pork-Stuffed Pasta Shells. Your casserole dish is also the perfect place to experiment with some of our tasty new takes on old-school comfort food favorites like French onion soup, sloppy Joes, and even pizza.

Whether you're looking for a weeknight dinner that will please the whole family or a company-worthy casserole for a special gathering, you can't go wrong with any of these delicious recipes. 

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Homestyle Ground Beef Casserole

Homestyle Ground Beef Casserole
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Recipe: Homestyle Ground Beef Casserole

Less than 25 minutes of hands-on prep time? Sounds like we found our new ground beef go-to on weeknights. Serve with a green salad and garlic bread for a delicious dinner the whole family will love.

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French Onion Soup Casserole

French Onion Soup Casserole
Credit: Jennifer Causey; Prop Styling: Christine Keely; Food Styling: Torie Cox

Recipe: French Onion Soup Casserole

Turn your favorite soup into a more substantial dish with this comforting casserole. 

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Extra-Easy Lasagna

Extra-Easy Lasagna
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Recipe: Extra-Easy Lasagna

We meant it when we say this casserole is extra easy. With only five ingredients, you'll have dinner prepared faster than ever before. 

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Pizza Spaghetti Casserole

Pizza Spaghetti Casserole
Credit: Beth Dreiling Hontzas

Recipe: Pizza Spaghetti Casserole

Pizza and spaghetti all in one dish? Now that's a surefire way to make sure the kids clear their plates.

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Sloppy Joe Casserole

Sloppy Joe Casserole
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Recipe: Sloppy Joe Casserole

Sloppy Joes just got a little bit more sophisticated. This baked  version of the old-school classic dishes out a sweet and savory blend of sauce and ground beef that will remind of you childhood.  

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King Ranch Chicken Mac and Cheese

King Ranch Chicken Mac and Cheese
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Recipe: King Ranch Chicken Mac and Cheese

Two of our family favorites come together to create the ultimate crowd-pleasing casserole. To cut down on prep time, the recipe calls for a number of convenience products like pasteurized prepared cheese product and cream of chicken soup.

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Ham-and-Vegetable Cobbler

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Recipe: Ham-and-Vegetable Cobbler

Flaky and buttery, this chicken pot pie alternative is great for the days when you're working without fresh produce. Any frozen veggies you have in your freezer will do. With frozen vegetables and store-bought pie crusts on the prep list, this savory latticed casserole only looks and tastes time intensive. 

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Creamy Kale and Pasta Bake

Creamy Kale and Pasta Bake
Credit: Hector Manuel Sanchez

Recipe: Creamy Kale and Pasta Bake

This gooey cheese and tender kale combination comes together in just half an hour. If you need to make things even easier, though, you can use pre-washed, pre-chopped kale and shredded cheese. 

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Turkey-Noodle-Poppyseed Casserole

Turkey-Noodle-Poppyseed Casserole Recipe
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Recipe: Turkey-Noodle-Poppyseed Casserole 

The beauty of this casserole? Most of the ingredients are pantry staples that you probably already have, and, if you don't, you can easily substitute with something else. We recommend egg noodles, but any type of pasta in your pantry will taste great in this recipe.

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Zucchini-and-Spinach Lasagna

Zucchini-and-Spinach Lasagna
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Recipe: Zucchini-and-Spinach Lasagna

Meet your new favorite way to use fresh zucchini. This vegetarian lasagna recipe is the perfect meatless main. 

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Chicken Spaghetti Casserole

Chicken Spaghetti Casserole
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Recipe: Chicken Spaghetti Casserole

The old-school recipe takes us down memory lane to Mama's kitchen table on any typical weeknight. With a can of cream of mushroom soup and a splash of hot sauce, this casserole is a classic.

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Chicken-and-Wild Rice Skillet Casserole

Chicken-and-Wild Rice Skillet Casserole
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Recipe: Chicken-and-Wild Rice Skillet Casserole

Ready for weeknight meals or company, this chicken and rice casserole is made in a skillet and sure to satisfy. Allow the nutty rice to soak up this dish's tangy country ham and mushroom gravy and dive in.

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Zucchini, Squash, and Corn Casserole

Zucchini, Squash, and Corn Casserole
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Recipe: Zucchini, Squash, and Corn Casserole

Zucchini, squash, and corn blend together beautifully with a creamy filling that's topped with breadcrumbs and Asiago cheese. For no-waste breadcrumbs, use a food processor to break up day-old sandwich bread.

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Savannah Red Rice

Savannah Red Rice
Credit: Greg DuPree; Prop Styling: Mindi Shapiro Levine; Food Styling: Torie Cox

Recipe: Savannah Red Rice 

A regional rice delicacy delivered in a casserole dish, this flavorful recipe includes tangy tomatoes and smoky bacon. We know it's tempting, but the key to fluffy rice is leaving the lid firmly on the pot—no peaking!

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Cheesy Broccoli-and-Rice Casserole

Cheesy Broccoli and Rice Casserole
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Recipe: Cheesy Broccoli-and-Rice Casserole

With fresh broccoli and a mix of mayonnaise and sour cream instead of mushroom soup, this broccoli-and-cheese casserole is sure to fit right into any dinner spread. Creamy and rich, even kids will love this broccoli-forward dinner.

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Smoky Sausage-and-Grits Casserole

Smoky Sausage-and-Grits Casserole
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Recipe: Smoky Sausage-and-Grits Casserole

It's hard not to love breakfast for dinner. With all your favorite morning foods baked into one dish, this casserole has earned its spot on the dinner table.

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Cheeseburger Casserole

Cheeseburger Casserole
Credit: Photography: Alison Miksch, Prop Styling: Sarah Elizabeth Cleveland, Food Styling: Melissa Gray

Recipe: Cheeseburger Casserole

Forget flipping patties. Nothing says comfort food better than a bacon cheeseburger-inspired bake plus a tater tot "bun."

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Tomato 'n' Beef Casserole With Polenta Crust

Ground Beef Recipes: Tomato ’n’ Beef Casserole With Polenta Crust
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Recipe: Tomato 'n' Beef Casserole With Polenta Crust

Budget-friendly and filling, this comforting ground beef and veggie combination is sealed with a cornmeal crust. Top with cheddar cheese and watch your casserole bubble with flavor.

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Deb Wise's Tamale Pie Mix-Up

Deb Wise's Tamale Pie Mix-up
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Recipe: Deb Wise's Tamale Pie Mix-Up

This no-fuss tamale casserole is a weeknight crowd pleaser. Ground beef, corn, tomato sauce, and cornmeal come together beneath a layer of cheese for a hearty dish that will have the whole family asking for seconds.

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Creamy Chicken Alfredo Casserole

Creamy Chicken Alfredo Casserole
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Recipe: Creamy Chicken Alfredo Casserole

Here's proof that comfort food doesn't take all day to prepare. With rotisserie chicken, canned sauces, and shredded cheese on the ingredient list, this weeknight casserole is almost too easy.

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Old-Fashioned Chicken Pot Pie

Old-Fashioned Chicken Pot Pie Recipe
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Recipe: Old-Fashioned Chicken Pot Pie

The convenience of refrigerated piecrust makes this deep-dish favorite easy enough for a weeknight. If you don't have time to simmer a whole chicken, just substitute an equal amount of canned broth and the meat from a rotisserie chicken.

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Baked Ziti with Summer Vegetables

Baked Ziti with Summer Vegetables
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Recipe: Baked Ziti with Summer Vegetables

Baked ziti has never looked better. Served with sliced summer vegetables mixed in, you're sure to make the most of your farmers' market haul.

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Smoked-Pork-Stuffed Pasta Shells

Smoked-Pork-Stuffed Pasta Shells
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Recipe: Smoked-Pork-Stuffed Pasta Shells

Give your go-to pasta bake the night off. Use leftover smoked pork (or substitute chicken) from your favorite barbecue restaurant to make next-day dinner that will thrive in the freezer for many meals to come.

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Chicken Cobbler Casserole

Chicken Cobbler Casserole
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Recipe: Chicken Cobbler Casserole

Buttery cubes of sourdough rolls make a quick and crunchy topping for this speedy twist on chicken pot pie. Pick up a rotisserie chicken from the market and add a jar of roasted red peppers to the cart, too, for an easy-peasy dinner that stands out.

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Onion-Topped Sausage 'n' Mashed Potato Casserole

Onion-Topped Sausage 'n' Mashed Potato Casserole Recipes
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Recipe: Onion-Topped Sausage 'n' Mashed Potato Casserole

You'll be impressed by how fuss-free this supper really is. This casserole is packed with a rich, meaty tomato sauce and refrigerated mashed potatoes and topped with crunchy, kid-approved fried onions.

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New Tuna Casserole with Potato Chips

New Tuna Casserole
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Recipe: New Tuna Casserole with Potato Chips

Don't be mislead by the term "new." This update on a tried-and-true classic still hits all of the creamy, cheesy, and crunchy notes of the original. 

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Chicken-and-Cornbread Casserole

Chicken and Cornbread Casserole
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Recipe: Chicken-and-Cornbread Casserole

Pick up a deli-roasted chicken if you don't have 3 1/2 cups of chopped chicken on hand. It yields just enough meat for this recipe. Make this casserole only one day ahead—unfortunately, it doesn't freeze well.

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Spinach-Ravioli Lasagna

Easy Pasta Recipes: Spinach Ravioli Lasagna
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Recipe: Spinach-Ravioli Lasagna

This top-rated spinach-ravioli lasagna uses convenient ingredients for tasty supper as easy as can be. Store-bought pesto sauce, jarred Alfredo sauce, and frozen cheese-filled ravioli deliver a delicious main dish with little time and effort on your part.

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Mexican Lasagna

Ground Beef Recipes: Mexican Lasagna
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Recipe:  Mexican Lasagna

We guarantee this zesty casserole will be your new weeknight staple. The recipe was originally designed to utilize leftover ground beef and sausage. It makes a lot, but refrigerates well and tastes wonderful reheated.

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Classic Baked Macaroni and Cheese

Classic Baked Macaroni and Cheese
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Recipe: Classic Baked Macaroni and Cheese

This homemade baked macaroni and cheese recipe beats the boxed kind any day of the week. Macaroni is a classic but mix and match your pasta shapes based on what's already in your cabinet.

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New Turkey Tetrazzini

New Turkey Tetrazzini Recipe
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Recipe: New Turkey Tetrazzini

Loads of spinach and mushrooms freshen up this classic. Packed with turkey and stuffing, the new additions are welcomed and delicious.

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Cowboy Casserole

Cowboy Casserole
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Recipe: Cowboy Casserole

This casserole starts as all the best meals do: with onion and garlic. From there, ground beef, beans, hot sauce, and tater tots combine with lots of other savory ingredients for a meal you won't forget.

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Buffalo Chicken Enchiladas

Buffalo Chicken Enchiladas
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Recipe: Buffalo Chicken Enchiladas

With all the bite of a buffalo wing but the warmth of toasty tortillas and cheese, this casserole will go fast come mealtime. Soften your tortillas before rolling up all the creamy ingredients, then place your stuffed enchilada seam-side down.

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Old-School Squash Casserole

Old School Squash Casserole
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Recipe: Old-School Squash Casserole

Smothered in creamy sauce and topped with crunchy crackers, this just might be the most delicious way to eat your veggies. It can stand on its own as a vegetarian main, but also pairs well with just about any weeknight protein.

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Twice Baked Potato Casserole

Twice Baked Potato Casserole
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Recipe: Twice Baked Potato Casserole

This hearty casserole isn't light on flavor. Bacon, scallions, and sour cream build all the flavors of a baked potato piled high with all the fixings in a jiffy. 

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Tater Tot Breakfast Casserole

Tater Tot Breakfast Bake
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Recipe: Tater Tot Breakfast Casserole

Layers of eggs, cheese, and potatoes make this casserole great for breakfast, lunch, or dinner. Sprinkle bacon over the top and enjoy this tasty one-dish meal any time of day.

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Italian Casserole

Italian Casserole
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Recipe: Italian Casserole 

This vintage casserole with lots of Italian sausage is one of our make-ahead supper staples. Once you've assembled and chilled over night, this simple recipe is just a bake away from the dinner table.

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Chicken Casserole D'Iberville

Chicken Casserole D'Iberville
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Recipe: Chicken Casserole D'Iberville 

Stock your freezer with this A+ chicken-and-rice casserole, and you have dinners ready to bake. For a family, divide mixture into three 8-inch square baking dishes. To keep a bigger casserole on hand for potluck suppers, place the mixture in a 4-quart dish.

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Creamy Chicken Enchiladas

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Recipe: Creamy Chicken Enchiladas

Faster than fast food and way more delicious, these cheesy enchiladas come together in a snap. A quick spritz of vegetable cooking spray adds extra crispness to flour tortillas as they bake.

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Light King Ranch Chicken Casserole

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Recipe: Light King Ranch Casserole

If you think cutting calories means giving up the foods you love, think again. This top-rated makeover is every bit as creamy and satisfying as the full-fat original.

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Turkey Pot Pie With Cranberry-Pecan Crusts

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Recipe: Turkey Pot Pie With Cranberry-Pecan Crusts

This pot pie features turkey tenderloins, caramelized onions, and fresh spinach for the perfect sweet/savory combination. This festive, fall-forward recipe can be made-ahead and frozen.

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Chicken Cannelloni with Roasted Red Bell Pepper Sauce

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Recipe: Chicken Cannelloni with Roasted Red Bell Pepper Sauce

A creamy mix of chicken, spinach, and mozzarella turns manicotti shells into an impressively easy one-dish meal. Deceptively decadent, this pasta dish is a great freezer staple to have on hand.

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Cajun Shrimp Casserole

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Recipe: Cajun Shrimp Casserole

This hearty seafood casserole is filled with shrimp, cheese and rice and gets its Cajun flair from the addition of okra, bell peppers, and cayenne pepper. It's a great choice for a special occasion meal. If you're not a fan of okra, you can leave it out of this dish.

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Chicken 'n' Spinach Pasta Bake

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Recipe: Chicken 'n' Spinach Pasta Bake

Italian-inspired and oven-ready, this dish is perfect for company, but it's also speedy enough for weeknight meals. Use frozen and canned vegetables for quick and easy prep-time.

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King Ranch Chicken

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Recipe: King Ranch Chicken

Our King Ranch Chicken casserole blends smoked chicken, sharp cheddar and Monterey Jack cheeses, green chiles, chili powder, roasted peppers, and toasted cumin to create a dinnertime MVP.

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    1 of 45 Homestyle Ground Beef Casserole
    2 of 45 French Onion Soup Casserole
    3 of 45 Extra-Easy Lasagna
    4 of 45 Pizza Spaghetti Casserole
    5 of 45 Sloppy Joe Casserole
    6 of 45 King Ranch Chicken Mac and Cheese
    7 of 45 Ham-and-Vegetable Cobbler
    8 of 45 Creamy Kale and Pasta Bake
    9 of 45 Turkey-Noodle-Poppyseed Casserole
    10 of 45 Zucchini-and-Spinach Lasagna
    11 of 45 Chicken Spaghetti Casserole
    12 of 45 Chicken-and-Wild Rice Skillet Casserole
    13 of 45 Zucchini, Squash, and Corn Casserole
    14 of 45 Savannah Red Rice
    15 of 45 Cheesy Broccoli-and-Rice Casserole
    16 of 45 Smoky Sausage-and-Grits Casserole
    17 of 45 Cheeseburger Casserole
    18 of 45 Tomato 'n' Beef Casserole With Polenta Crust
    19 of 45 Deb Wise's Tamale Pie Mix-Up
    20 of 45 Creamy Chicken Alfredo Casserole
    21 of 45 Old-Fashioned Chicken Pot Pie
    22 of 45 Baked Ziti with Summer Vegetables
    23 of 45 Smoked-Pork-Stuffed Pasta Shells
    24 of 45 Chicken Cobbler Casserole
    25 of 45 Onion-Topped Sausage 'n' Mashed Potato Casserole
    26 of 45 New Tuna Casserole with Potato Chips
    27 of 45 Chicken-and-Cornbread Casserole
    28 of 45 Spinach-Ravioli Lasagna
    29 of 45 Mexican Lasagna
    30 of 45 Classic Baked Macaroni and Cheese
    31 of 45 New Turkey Tetrazzini
    32 of 45 Cowboy Casserole
    33 of 45 Buffalo Chicken Enchiladas
    34 of 45 Old-School Squash Casserole
    35 of 45 Twice Baked Potato Casserole
    36 of 45 Tater Tot Breakfast Casserole
    37 of 45 Italian Casserole
    38 of 45 Chicken Casserole D'Iberville
    39 of 45 Creamy Chicken Enchiladas
    40 of 45 Light King Ranch Chicken Casserole
    41 of 45 Turkey Pot Pie With Cranberry-Pecan Crusts
    42 of 45 Chicken Cannelloni with Roasted Red Bell Pepper Sauce
    43 of 45 Cajun Shrimp Casserole
    44 of 45 Chicken 'n' Spinach Pasta Bake
    45 of 45 King Ranch Chicken

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