A hearty and warming casserole is like a tale as old as time.

In its very simplest terms, a casserole is a dish that is baked slowly in an oven.

That means all of these casseroles have a meat and a vegetable included in it.

Overhead view of a pan of lasagna cut into squares.

Cambrea Bakes

If youre looking for a fantastic selection of vegetarian casseroles, dont fret.

There are a bunchright here.

Prep a few things, toss them into a dish, and bake.

Easy Baked Spaghetti

Elise Bauer

Its just that easy.

Whats not to love about that?

Baked Spaghetti

If youre a fan of lasagna, then adding this to your menu is a must.

Beef Noodle Casserole

Elise Bauer

Beef Noodle Casserole

Looking for a budget-friendly casserole thatll feed a crowd?

It has simple ingredients that you already have on hand.

Chicken and Rice Casserole

This classic combo is jam-packed with all the right fixings.

Chicken Rice Casserole

Elise Bauer

Its a real winner of a dinner.

We also added a jar of pimentos for an added pinch of gusto!

If youre not a tuna lover, you could easily substitute it for Italian sausage instead!

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

Sally Vargas

Mexican Lasagna

This casserole is guaranteed to have your family running to the dinner table.

Lasagna

No casserole collection is complete unless traditional lasagna is involved!

While youre making one pan, you might as well make an extra one to freeze for later!

Pasta with Tuna and Tomato Sauce

Elise Bauer

Add to all that a little dash of Worcestershire sauce for a little zing, and life is good!

Potatoes, spinach, and Italian sausage make for a tasty, large family meal.

Tamale Pie

Love tamales?

Mexican Lasagna or taco lasagna recipe

Elise Bauer

Heres a rustic casserole that still gives you all the tamale flavor baked right into a skillet.

Healthy Shepherds Pie

There are a few swaps we made to make this dish as healthy as possible.

One of those includes making the topping a blend of potatoes and cauliflower!

Side view of a piece of lasagna on a plate.

Cambrea Bakes

Ham and Asparagus Strata

Talk about a showstopper!

Rustic bread, melty cheese, ham, and asparagus all baked to golden perfection.

If asparagus isnt in season, try using peas or even broccoli!

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

Simply Recipes / Cambrea Gordon

Pastelon

Think of this as the Puerto Rican version of lasagna.

Each cheesy bite will definitely win your taste buds over!

This isnt your average run-of-the-mill pot pie, so give it a whirl.

creamy potato and sausage casserole in a blue baking dish

Elise Bauer

Pro tip: If youre strapped for time, usestore-bought pie crusts.

If youre making this riff on a diner classic for breakfast, we suggest serving it with some fruit.

If youre serving it for dinner, try it with a side of tender greens!

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

Annika Panikker

The prep time is quick and easy, and then it just bakes until golden brown.

It doesnt get any easier than this!

Turkey Tetrazzini

This comfort-rich tetrazzini makes use of leftover turkey but using chicken will be just as tasty.

Easy healthy shepherd’s pie recipe

Alison Bickel

and this will have everyone licking their plates clean!

It simply doesnt get better than this.

Easy Breakfast Casserole

Needing to clear out your fridge?

Ham and Asparagus Strata

Elise Bauer

This is the casserole to do it with!

it’s possible for you to add it almost anything to the base.

Have half a cup of corn?

A slice of Pastelon Puerto Rican Plantain Lasagna on a plate

Marta Diaz

Dont know what to do with that leftover side of broccoli?

Its really just that easy!

It blends in perfectly with the potatoes and sausage, so you wont even know its there.

Cajun turkey pot pie in a ramekin.

Simply Recipes / Sally Vargas

Moussaka

If youve never had the delightful pleasure of eating Moussaka, now is your chance.

Its a rich casserole that would be perfect for a Sunday dinner.

Dont be intimidated by how many steps there are.

Slice of Denver omelette hashbrown casserole lifted from a casserole dish, and in the surroundings, a stack of plates and a mug

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

We break it down for you and make it as efficient as possible.

Cheesy Apple and Sausage Pie

Apples take a walk on the wild side in this pie!

They pair wonderfully with the cheddar cheese and savory sausage.

Zucchini Breakfast Casserole

Elise Bauer

We suggest using tart green apples to really let all the flavors shine!

Sausage, Spinach, Ricotta Stuffed Pasta Shells

This might just become your new favorite pasta dish.

Theres just something about creamy ricotta in shells that is totally swoon-worthy.

Old fashioned turkey tetrazzini recipe in a casserole dish.

Simply Recipes / Cambrea Gordon

Homemade Chicken Pot Pie with a golden crust has a serving removed and set on a white plate to the right.

Marta Rivera

Sweet Potato Mushroom Leftover Turkey Casserole

Elise Bauer

Breakfast Casserole

Elise Bauer

A piece of eggplant moussaka on a plate with a glass of wine and a salad behind it.

Alison Bickel

Apple Sausage Pie

Elise Bauer

Sausage Spinach Ricotta Stuffed Shells

Elise Bauer