Casseroles are the best comfort food. And in the winter, there’s nothing better than a warm and hearty recipe with Grandma’s seal of approval. We asked our readers which casseroles reminded them most of home, and these ten made the list.
Robby Lozano; Food Stylist: Renu Dhar; Prop Stylist: Keoshia McGhee
A reader favorite that is always a hit. Chicken cornbread casserole is extra creamy with a cornbread topping that is slightly sweet and crumbly. The cheesy sauce is the perfect finishing touch.
This breakfast casserole was made for days you have a full house of hungry guests and want to impress. The five-star reviews are reason enough to try this extra cheesy recipe. One reviewer said, “I have made this casserole many times now. It is a huge hit and deeply loved by everyone.”
Morgan Hunt Glaze, Food Stylist: Julian Hensarling, Prop Stylist: Josh Hoggle
Our Test Kitchen has developed many breakfast casseroles, so if we’re calling this one our best-ever, we really believe it. One review said: “I’ve made this recipe hundreds of times since the early 90s. It’s always delicious and is a family favorite for Christmas morning.”
Caitlin Bensel; Food Stylist: Torie Cox
Cheesy, extra creamy, satisfying – this casserole checks all of the boxes. Many of the five-star reviews noted how often they turned to this go-to recipe: “I’ve made this numerous times & it’s a hit every time. I put a little more sour cream & cheese than the recipe calls for.”
Caitlin Bensel, Food Stylist: Torie Cox
Readers have said this recipe is worth every minute it takes to make. (And we couldn’t agree more!) More comments share how this breakfast dish is a true crowdpleaser: “I made this recipe twice over the holiday season for two different occasions. This is an excellent recipe and turned out perfect.”
Caitlin Bensel; Food Stylist: Torie Cox
This hearty casserole is the answer to “what’s for dinner?” on a chilly night with a house filled with hungry family members. Reviewers expressed their love for this recipe too: “Love this! Was a big hit with the family! I have made it twice now and I’m making it again tonight.”
Caitlin Bensel; Food Stylist: Torie Cox
This recipe has been around for many years, and is one of Grandma’s specialties. Not only did it receive five-star ratings, but also many great comments: “My family and I love the scalloped corn casserole thank you for helping us find the right scalloped corn casserole.”
Greg DuPree; Food Stylist: Ali Ramee; Prop Stylist: Hannah Greenwood
These old-fashioned cabbage rolls taste like home – and there’s really no better way to describe them. A mixture of meat, pork, and rice are wrapped in tender cabbage leaves, and topped with a Creole-seasoned tomato sauce, which is just enough spice. One review said: “These are actually like what grandma used to make!”
Greg DuPree; Food Stylist: Emily Nabors Hall; Prop Stylist: Buffy Hargett
You can always count on a chicken casserole for satisfying friends and family on a cold winter day. This recipe is creamy and comforting, and one of the most reliable weeknight dinners that comes together in less than an hour.
Caitlin Bensel; Food Stylist: Torie Cox
In just 10 minutes and a handful of ingredients, you can whip up this delicious casserole. Readers shared that this simple recipe is so good, they planned to start making it a staple for holidays and special occasions: “We have made this recipe more than a few times, and it goes quickly!”
