Grandma’s Best Stews and Cozy Casseroles

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Loaded with hearty ingredients and bursting with flavor, our collection of stews and casseroles is just what you need for a satisfying family dinner. These easy-to-make dishes range from robust stews to comforting casseroles that can feed a crowd, making them perfect for busy weeknights. Each recipe offers a complete meal that simplifies dinner planning while ensuring everyone leaves the table happy and full. Dive into these hearty dishes and enjoy the comforting flavors that will warm you up from the inside out.

Best Southern Corn Pudding

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Southern Corn Pudding is farm to table fare, accompanying everything from grilled steak to the Thanksgiving dinner turkey! Baked until gorgeously golden brown, spoonsful of ‘creamy corn pudding bliss’ grace the dinner table in this classic southern dish. If serving as part of a holiday meal, it compliments everything from holiday ham and turkey to a green bean casserole!

GET THE RECIPE: Corn Casserole

Best Creamy and Easy Squash Casserole

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With its creamy texture and golden top, Best Creamy and Easy Squash Casserole is the kind of Southern side dish your grandma probably made without a recipe—and yes, it freezes like a dream, too.

To learn more: Best Creamy and Easy Squash Casserole

Cheddar Bay Breakfast Casserole with Sausage and Eggs

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If Cheddar Bay Breakfast Casserole with Sausage and Eggs doesn’t get you out of bed, nothing will—this savory, biscuit-loaded beauty tastes like your favorite brunch spot collided with a diner in the best way possible.

To learn more: Cheddar Bay Breakfast Casserole with Sausage and Eggs

Cassoulet-Style French Bean Stew Recipe

Bean stew with sausage and pork and beef.
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While spring and summer might seem an unlikely time for a bean stew, it’s actually perfect due to the abundance of fresh vegetables and herbs. A Cassoulet-style Bean Stew, enriched with smoked ham and sausages and bursting with fresh tomatoes, makes the most of seasonal produce to create a rich, flavorful dish.

GET THE RECIPE: Cassoulet

“Chicken on The Ritz” Casserole

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This “Chicken on The Ritz” Casserole uses fewer than ten ingredients to create a velvety, creamy sauce that’s perfect for busy nights. Starting with a tender rotisserie chicken speeds up this easy, satisfying meal, ideal for a quick weeknight dinner.

GET THE RECIPE: Ritz Cracker Chicken

Farm to Table Thick Beef Stew

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This Southern Farm to Table Thick Beef Stew is rich in flavor with the addition of dry red wine and whole grain mustard. A unique ingredient, added just before serving, enhances its depth and character.

GET THE RECIPE: Beef Stew

Gluten-Free French Toast Casserole (Dairy-Free)

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This gluten-free and dairy-free French Toast Casserole is a fantastic option for breakfast casseroles. Made with gluten-free bread and dairy-free milk, it’s a delicious and inclusive dish for everyone at the table. Easy to prepare and bake, this casserole combines the flavors of classic French toast with the convenience of a one-pan meal. Perfect for special occasions or everyday breakfasts, it’s a delightful way to start your day. Serve with fresh fruit for a refreshing twist.
GET THE RECIPE: Gluten-Free French Toast Casserole (Dairy-Free)

Cheesy Hashbrown Casserole (In the Slow Cooker!)

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Wake up to this Cheesy Hashbrown Casserole that’s cooked to perfection in your slow cooker. It’s loaded with hashbrowns and cheese, making it the ultimate comfort food for breakfast casseroles. Plus, it’s incredibly easy to prepare the night before, so you can enjoy a delicious meal without the morning rush. With minimal effort, you get a dish that’s creamy and full of flavor. Perfect for busy mornings or weekend brunches.
GET THE RECIPE: Cheesy Hashbrown Casserole (In the Slow Cooker!)

Beef Tips in Creamy Mushroom Pan Sauce

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Explore this quick 30-minute recipe for Beef Tips with a Creamy Mushroom Pan Sauce, ideal for a swift and refined meal. The dish offers the heartiness of a stew, with tender beef simmering in a rich, creamy sauce that’s perfect for spooning over rice or mashed potatoes. If you’re eying the Cheesy Mashed Potatoes Casserole, yes, it’s worth it!

GET THE RECIPE: Beef Tips

Authentic Dublin Coddle

A Dutch oven filled with Irish pork sausage and potato stew.
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For those seeking the warmth and satisfaction of a traditional Irish meal, the Dublin Coddle offers everything desired in a classic stew, all from the convenience of a single pot.

GET THE RECIPE: Dublin Coddle

The Best Homemade Chicken and Dumplings

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My Best Chicken and Dumplings recipe, made with straightforward, wholesome ingredients, offers the perfect comfort meal for a family dinner. This quick and easy Southern-style dish, featuring hearty drop dumplings, is excellent for feeding a crowd during busy weeknights, providing a complete, satisfying supper in one dish!

GET THE RECIPE: Chicken and Dumplings

Farmer’s Breakfast Casserole

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Indulge in this Farmer’s Breakfast Casserole, a hearty and satisfying choice for breakfast casseroles. Packed with sausage, potatoes, and vegetables, it’s a filling and delicious meal. Easy to prepare and bake, this dish is perfect for feeding a hungry crowd. The robust flavors and wholesome ingredients make it a favorite for family breakfasts. Enjoy a warm, comforting start to your day with this hearty casserole.
GET THE RECIPE: Farmer’s Breakfast Casserole

Copycat Bob Evans Sausage Gravy and Biscuit Casserole

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Prepare for Breakfast Casserole deliciousness as we recreate Bob Evans’ famous sausage gravy recipe! With just a bag of all-purpose flour and a skillet, we’ll whip up a batch of this savory delight. Then, we’ll layer it with biscuits to create a mouthwatering casserole that’s perfect for brunch, weekend breakfast, or even breakfast for dinner. Quick and easy to prepare, this dish will become a family favorite. Plus, it reheats beautifully for leftovers!

GET THE RECIPE: Biscuit and Gravy Casserole

French Onion Noodle Casserole

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This 6-ingredient French Onion Noodle Casserole is both quick to prepare and brimming with savory flavors, making it a standout dish.

GET THE RECIPE: French Onion Noodles

Overnight Breakfast Casserole

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Prepare this Overnight Breakfast Casserole for a hassle-free morning meal. Perfect for breakfast casseroles, it combines eggs, sausage, and cheese in a delicious and easy-to-make dish. Simply assemble it the night before and bake in the morning for a warm, comforting breakfast. Ideal for busy mornings or when hosting guests, this casserole is a crowd-pleaser. Enjoy the rich flavors and simplicity of this make-ahead meal.
GET THE RECIPE: Overnight Breakfast Casserole

Vegetable Casserole

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Vegetable Casserole, just like mom used to make! Made with frozen veggies, Velveeta, and buttery cracker crumbs, it’s always the first side dish to disappear.

GET THE RECIPE: Vegetable Casserole

Cowboy Casserole

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Cowboy Casserole is the hearty, satisfying one-dish dinner you’ve been looking for. Topped with crunchy tater tots, this easy ground beef recipe will quickly become your most requested meal.

GET THE RECIPE: Cowboy Casserole

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About Jenny deRemer

I am a Charleston, South Carolina-based culinary novice, an ardent authority on all things travel, a designer by trade, and the creator of Not Entirely Average. I have a weakness for farmers' markets, delight in adventures way off the beaten path, enjoy documenting my many moods through photography, and have been known to conquer the occasional yard sale with gusto!

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