15 Thanksgiving Casseroles That Will Steal the Show
Turkey who? These Thanksgiving-ready casseroles will steal the spotlight on Turkey Day. From holiday classics like sweet potato and green bean to more unique options like loaded baked potato and fish and fennel, we've got Thanksgiving dinner (and beyond) covered.
Sweet Potato Casserole with Rosemary and Goat Cheese
Sweet Potato Casserole with Rosemary and Goat Cheese Recipe
This savory take on sweet potato casserole has a lovely nuttiness and aromatic nature. The tang of the goat cheese plays nicely with the sweetness of the potatoes, while the crunchy pecans and crispy rosemary give a great texture and incredible looks. It's like the traditional sweet potato casserole aesthetic, but with a little more personality, plus cheese. Be sure to brown the butter with the fresh rosemary—not only does it infuse the butter with flavor, but it also crisps the rosemary leaves and provides a nice crunch.
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Hoppin' John Casserole
Get all your New Year's good luck in one dish with this casserole full of bacon, peas, rice, and collards. The mixture of soft rice with tooth collards and peas, plus chopped bacon makes for a nice variety of textures. It's great on its own, but it's also a great side dish for fried chicken or pork chops.
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Sweet Potato Casserole
From the Kitchen of…Hazel Eddins, Production EditorHazel and her daughter prefer a marshmallow-free sweet potato casserole that Hazel has made since she was a teenager.Our modern twist on the classic sweet potato casserole is a fragrant vanilla bean streusel.
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Corn Fritter Casserole
This moist, sweet-savory side dish is a cross between corn bread and corn pudding. You can use 1 1/2 cups fresh corn kernels in place of the canned corn, if you prefer.
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Cauliflower-Goat Cheese Casserole
Cauliflower-Goat Cheese Casserole Recipe
This simple but hearty casserole has a good balance of sweet-vegetal cauliflower, deeply sweet shallots, and tangy goat cheese, while pine nuts provide some tastiness and textural contrast. Parcooking the cauliflower keeps it from mushing out in the casserole, and using a shortcut like pre-floreted cauliflower helps get this done super fast. Go for a goat cheese log instead of crumbles—it melts much more easily. It's easy enough for a weeknight, but is tasty and comforting enough for a special occasion.
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Broccoli-Artichoke Casserole
Broccoli-Artichoke Casserole Recipe
Nothing says autumn like a hearty casserole—something you can make on a weekend afternoon, and have for leftovers over the next couple days. Here, rich Gruyere cheese marries with the bright acid of a dry white wine (try a Sauvignon Blanc) to bring a touch of elegance to this yummy comfort food.
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Loaded Baked Potato & Chicken Casserole
Loaded Baked Potato & Chicken Casserole Recipe
Loaded out cheesy, chicken, and potato casserole is as easy as 1-2-3. For lighter and more sensitive palates, reduce the hot sauce measurement by half.
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Easy Butternut Squash Casserole
Easy Butternut Squash Casserole Recipe
This delightful twist on sweet potato casserole is sweet, warm, and comforting. If you're short on time, use Whole Foods' canned butternut squash purée instead of roasting your own. Marshmallows are optional, but recommended.
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Italian-Style Green Bean Casserole
Italian-Style Green Bean Casserole Recipe
Artichoke hearts, breadcrumbs and parsley add Italian-style flair to this holiday staple.
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Chicken, Broccoli, and Brown Rice Casserole
Chicken, Broccoli, and Brown Rice Casserole Recipe
This healthy whole-grain spin on a comfort food classic is indulgent, creamy, and a guaranteed family-pleaser. Cost for 4: $10.31
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Zesty Broccoli Casserole
Zesty Broccoli Casserole Recipe
Regular breadcrumbs can be used in place of the panko in this casserole. If the broccoli florets are very large, cut them into bite-sized pieces.
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Bacon-Brussels Sprout-Green Bean Casserole
Bacon-Brussels Sprout-Green Bean Casserole Recipe
We combined two Thanksgiving side dishes, green bean casserole and Brussels sprouts, into one crowd-pleasing recipe.
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Quick Traditional Sweet Potato Casserole
Quick Traditional Sweet Potato Casserole Recipe
Quick Traditional Sweet Potato Casserole is ridiculously easy and goes into the oven in only 10 minutes, thanks to sweet canned yams. To boost flavor and add richness, we counter the canned spuds with luscious creme fraiche; chunks of almonds bring big brunch to our sweet potato casserole.
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Chicken-Mushroom-Sage Casserole
Chicken-Mushroom-Sage Casserole Recipe
Let this dish stand a few minutes after baking so the rice will absorb the liquid, yielding a creamy texture.
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Cheesy Potato Casserole
Cheesy Potato Casserole Recipe
Rather than using sodium-loaded canned soup, we made our own creamy sauce to update this classic dish that will be a welcome sight at the holiday table.