Cozy Holiday Casseroles

Cheddar-Pecan Green Bean Casserole

Take classic green bean casserole to a new level by adding cheddar cheese and pecans. We found that mixing Japanese breadcrumbs (panko) and French fried onions makes for a crisp, less greasy topping.

Recipe: Cheddar-Pecan Green Bean Casserole

Potato-Apple Gratin

Cook outside the casserole box with this inventive gratin. Granny Smith apples lend seasonal flavor, while plenty of Swiss and Parmesan cheeses make this dish a savory indulgence that all your guests are sure to love.

Recipe: Potato-Apple Gratin

Cheesy Squash Casserole

Enjoy all the flavor of savory squash casserole without the guilt! Reviewer Kim writes, "We used this in place of my mother's classic squash casserole for Christmas dinner and it was excellent! Tasted very similar to her much higher-fat recipe, and even she had to admit that it was very good."

Recipe: Cheesy Squash Casserole

Macaroni and Cheese

Layer cooked macaroni with butter, milk, two kinds of cheese, and a little cayenne for a spicy kick. Assemble this casserole ahead of time and bake when ready to serve. User Alex suggests cooking it a little longer than suggested if you like the edges to get crispy and browned.

Recipe: Macaroni and Cheese

Au Gratin Potato Casserole

Creamy meets crunchy in this classic potato casserole. It's simple and can be prepared ahead of time and baked while you finish prepping the rest of the holiday meal. Reviewer Llsuraven recalls, "I tried this recipe at Thanksgiving and everyone in my family LOVED it. I am doing it again this Christmas...but I am adding water chestnuts to it!"

Recipe: Au Gratin Potato Casserole

Sweet Potato Casserole

Creamy sweet potatoes topped with gooey marshmallows and crunchy cornflakes make this casserole a sweet holiday favorite. Reviewer HBD2YHBD2Y recommends assembling the casserole the day before and adding the toppings just before cooking.

Recipe: Sweet Potato Casserole

Zesty Broccoli Casserole

Take traditional broccoli casserole to new heights with sharp Cheddar cheese, water chestnuts, and a panko topping. "This recipe is incredible," raves reviewer Erindipity75. "My husband swore it overshadowed the roast chicken and potatoes I served it with." If your grocery store doesn't carry panko, check with a local seafood market, or substitute regular breadcrumbs.

Recipe: Zesty Broccoli Casserole

Brussels Sprouts-and-Rice Casserole

Baking vegetables into a casserole usually makes them more appealing to kids (and adults!), and this Brussels sprouts recipe is no exception: "Wow! Fantastic!" raves reviewer Bostonsmaman. "We're not normally Brussels sprouts fans, but this dish was GONE!" Like the other casseroles, this dish can be prepared ahead of time and refrigerated or frozen, then baked the day of your gathering.

Recipe: Brussels Sprouts-and-Rice Casserole

Easy Corn Casserole

The beauty of this recipe is its simplicity. All you'll need to do is combine the six ingredients in a bowl, pour the mixture into a baking dish, and bake it for 45 minutes. Reviewer Wanda raves, "Surely lives up to its name–couldn't be easier! Nothing to measure, just mix everything together and bake it! Will definitely make again...and it will probably become a Thanksgiving staple, too."

Recipe: Easy Corn Casserole

Mashed Potato Casserole

Upgrade your go-to mashed potato recipe without adding any fuss. Start with frozen mashed potatoes and add eggs, cream cheese, onion, and pimientos, then bake. Top the hot casserole with cheddar cheese and bake for about 10 more minutes, or until the cheese is melted.

Recipe: Mashed Potato Casserole

More Cozy Casseroles and Holiday Favorites

Update your menu of holiday favorites with a few fresh dishes from our holiday table.

• 10 Tastiest Main Dish Casseroles
• 10 Casseroles Under 300 Calories
• Dress Up Your Stuffing
• Crazy for Cranberries
• On-the-Go Holiday Sides
• Festive Fruit Salads