As the weather starts to cool, let these casseroles warm you up!

It’s a delicious acceptance that summer is over and cooler weather is just around the corner.

Craig, Simply Recipes Reader

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macaroni casserole

Simply Recipes Aaron Hutcherson

Aaron Hutcherson, Simply Recipes Contributor

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Refrigerate the unbaked casserole up to 2 days ahead of time.

To bake, bring to room temperature.

Baked eggplant parmesan in a casserole dish.

Ciara Kehoe

Make the topping, add it to the casserole, and pop in the oven."

Lisa Lin, Simply Recipes Contributor

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Some rice varieties, such as brown rice, require more liquid (and a longer cooking time).

Spoon in Chili Mac Dish

Aaron Hutcherson

Adjust recipe accordingly."

Elise Bauer, Simply Recipes Founder

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Eric Jones, Simply Recipes Contributor

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A casserole dish with sweet potato casserole

Lisa Lin

It looked fabulous and got lots of compliments."

Emily, Simply Recipes Reader

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Sally Vargas, Simply Recipes Contributor

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Chicken and rice casserole, ready to serve

Simply Recipes / Michelle Becker

Brianne Ross, Simply Recipes Contributor

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Nick Evans, Simply Recipes Contributor

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Lisa

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Casserole Dish of Cheeseburger Casserole with a Serving Already Served Using a Spoon

Simply Recipes / Dude that Cookz

Elise

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Alica Ramkirpal-Senhouse, Simply Recipes Contributor

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Nick

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Cauliflower Gratin

Elise Bauer

Sally

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Jasmine Smith, Simply Recipes Recipe Developer and Tester

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Three Sisters Casserole with Cornbread Topping

“Very good!

Stuffed Shells in a Casserole Dish with Some on a Serving Spoon

Simply Recipes / Sally Vargas

The seasonings really give the veggies flavor.

I used sweet potato instead of squash.

I did not make the cornbread topping because I didn’t have cornmeal but will try it next time.

Twiced baked potato casserole in casserole dish

Alison Bickel / Simply Recipes

I served over brown rice and quinoa to add some more calories and make it a meal.

Also added some shredded cheese!”

Heather, Simply Recipes Reader

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Spoon of Philly cheesesteak lifted from casserole.

Simply Recipes / Nick Evans

Ham and Cheese Pasta Bake

“Nutmeg is an essential spice for the white sauce.

That said, it is easy to overdo it.

Start with a small amount, 1/4 teaspoon, and add more if needed.”

Syrup Being Poured On Square of Easy French Toast Casserole

Lisa Lin

Elise

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Reuben Casserole

“This casserole is the perfect make-ahead meal.

Summer Miller, Simply Recipes Contributor

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Pasta with Tuna and Tomato Sauce

Simply Recipes / Elise Bauer

Drain and pat dry before using.”

Slices of Trinidadian Macaroni Pie in a Shallow Bowl with a Fork

Simply Recipes / Alica Ramkirpal-Senhouse

Chicken taco casserole (with a serving cut out) at a table setting with a serving on a plate, glasses, and a side salad

Simply Recipes / Mihaela Kozaric Sebrek

Potatoes Au Gratin on a Plate with a Fork

Simply Recipes / Sally Vargas

Monte Cristo croissant casserole in a casserole dish and in the surroundings, a serving on a small plate with a fork, a container of jelly, and cups of coffee

Simply Recipes / Photo by Fred Hardy / Food Styling by Jennifer Wendorf / Prop Styling by Lindsey Lower

Vegan three sisters casserole

Megan Gordon

Ham and Cheese Casserole Pasta Bake warm out of the oven

Elise Bauer

A golden brown baked reuben casserole is cooling on a rack. A metal spatula is in the lower right hand corner. A matte grey plate has a side salad and black fork in the upper right. A dark teal linen is under the plate.

Alison Bickel

Scalloped Potatoes Gruyere Caramelized Onions

Elise Bauer