The fall season means comfort food, and the king of comfort foods has got to be the casserole. Sure, casseroles have been around forever and they might not seem like the most exciting of dishes at first glance, but there’s a reason why this tried & true way of serving meals keeps us coming back for more. The casserole is such a versatile, easy-to-make way to serve a hearty, well-balanced meal to the whole family. In honor of this season’s coziest dish, we’ve compiled our 5 favorite hearty casserole recipes for you to try out. Layer up your favorite ingredients, pop them in the oven, and get ready for a comforting, cozy meal that will warm you inside and out!
1. Savoy Cabbage Lasagna Casserole With Ground Beef & Béchamel Sauce
Savoy cabbage doesn’t get nearly the kind of attention it deserves, but that’s all about to change with this delicious casserole! Between its hearty ground beef filling, creamy béchamel sauce, and cheesy layers inside, this is bound to become your new go-to comfort food dish from here on out! If this casserole isn’t a delicious alternative to classic lasagna, then we don’t know what is! Get the recipe for the Savoy Cabbage Lasagna Casserole.
2. Cauliflower Hamburger Casserole
Cauliflower is great low-carb substitute for a lot of foods that still tastes absolutely amazing. And during the colder months, we could all probably stand to cut back on carbs, at least a little bit! If you’re looking to add some more veggies to your diet or eat healthier, but don’t want to sacrifice an inch on flavor, then this cauliflower hamburger casserole is just the dish for you! A delicious cauliflower base stacked up with ground beef, prosciutto, and plenty of cheese – sign us up! Get the recipe for the Cauliflower Hamburger Casserole.
3. Mashed Potato Casserole With Stuffed Eggplants
When the days start to get longer and colder, nothing tastes better than a warm and hearty casserole. This recipe for a mashed potato casserole is made with with eggplant, ground beef, and plenty of cheese. It’s fast & easy to make, but faster & easier to eat, given how tasty it is! Once you take your first bite, you’ll be mesmerized by how well the meatballs pair with the eggplant and how heavenly the combination of mashed potatoes, tomato sauce, and cheese is! Get the recipe for the Mashed Potato Casserole With Stuffed Eggplants.
4. Cauliflower & Sausage Casserole
This cauliflower & sausage casserole is all you could ever want in a dish: quick, easy, simple, and oh so satisfying! You’ll love the genius combination of ingredients, between its filling vegetables and tender bratwurst. On top of all that, the ooey, gooey melted cheese and creamy sauce make every bite hearty and delicious. This dish couldn’t be any easier to make, and it also couldn’t be any more satisfying! Get the recipe for the Cauliflower & Sausage Casserole.
5. Stuffed Cabbage Roll Casserole With Mashed Potatoes & Pepper Ragout
Pointed cabbage is probably the funniest looking cabbage out there, mostly because it’s, well, pointed. Most recipes that call for pointed cabbage want it cut into small pieces, but we want it to take center stage this time around. For this recipe, we’re taking the cabbage leaves, stuffing them with ground beef, and then rolling them into cones. Then we’re going to stick the beef-stuffed cabbage cones straight up in creamy mashed potatoes topped with a zesty pepper ragout. This tasty dish is quite the looker! Get the recipe for the Stuffed Cabbage Roll Casserole.
These 5 cozy casserole recipes are perfect for chilly fall days or cold winter nights. Share them with your loved ones and enjoy all of the great food this season has to offer!