If the word “casserole” elicits strong feelings of affection then you’re in the right place.

I’ve loved casseroles as long as I can remember.

Mom’s tuna casserole was one of my favorite childhood meals.

Serving turkey noodle casserole from a baking dish

Simply Recipes / Ciara Kehoe

They’re always a big hit and make enough for leftovers the next day.

Let’s dispel the myth that all casseroles use cream of mushroom or cream of chicken soup.

Scroll through and find your childhood favorite or a new-to-you casserole to add to your dinnertime routine.

Serving of Johnny Marzetti casserole and mixed greens on a plate at a table setting with more casserole in a casserole dish, another plate with another serving and two glasses with a drink

Simply Recipes / Mark Beahm

Tamale Pie

My sister used to make tamale pie for dinner and I always loved it.

The slightly sweetened cornbread tops a Southwestern seasoned ground beef filling.

Italian sausage is my favorite choice because of all the flavor it adds.

shipwreck casserole in a casserole dish at a table setting with a bowl of scallions, plate, and glass of water

Simply Recipes / Mihaela Kozaric Sebrek

I like repurposing leftover mashed potatoes for the topping whenever possible.

Turn it into a satisfying egg noodle casserole, of course.

This one has a nice crunch from breadcrumbs to complement the creamy, cheesy filling.

A casserole dish with a tamale pie and a piece missing.

Annika Panikker

Cheesy Potato Casserole

Whenever I need an easy win, I turn to a cheesy potato casserole.

It’s the perfect side to ham or chicken and my whole family loves it.

Chicken Noodle Casserole

Chicken noodle is classic comfort food.

Plated serving of baked ziti

Simply Recipes / Cambrea Bakes

you’re able to swap out the poached chicken for rotisserie and save yourself some dishes.

Chicken Pot Pie

Im team double crust when it comes to chicken pot pie.

you’ve got the option to use store-bought pie crust to save some time.

Classic Tuna Noodle Casserole in cast iron skillet

Simply Recipes / Ciara Kehoe

Mexican Lasagna

Swap out the lasagna noodles and ricotta for lightly fried corn tortillas and cheddar cheese.

you’ve got the option to assemble it ahead of time and then bake it right before serving.

A slice of shepherd’s pie on a plate with a fork.

Simply Recipes / Cambrea Gordon

Chicken and rice casserole, ready to serve

Simply Recipes / Michelle Becker

A side view of a glass casserole dish of potato casserole without canned cream soup. A wooden spoon is partially in view and scooping a serving out of the casserole dish.

Nick Evans | Art Banner Credit: Andy Christensen

Creamy Chicken Noodle Casserole in a white baking dish with a silver spoon.

Sally Vargas

A pot pie with a golden crust is in a ramekin with some of the crust removed to show the filling.

Elise Bauer

Mexican Lasagna or taco lasagna recipe

Elise Bauer