Make-Ahead Casseroles

Skip the stress of throwing together last-minute meals with one of these great make-ahead casserole recipes, including lasagna, egg bake, mac and cheese, and more! With all the prep work done in advance, these delicious make-ahead recipes are oven-ready whenever you need them.
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Rolled Lasagna Florentine

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What's better than a cheesy spinach-starring lasagna topped with wine-infused, garlicky meat sauce? Try a casserole dish of that same lasagna assembled into perfectly portioned rolls and stored neatly away in your freezer. (Psst -- you can leave it there for up to two months!)

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Make-Ahead Pastitsio

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You can make this gooey, Greek-inspired casserole recipe two ways: as individual-size ramekins or in a single large baking dish. Either way, it freezes beautifully for up to three months and is 100 percent guaranteed to conquer comfort food cravings.

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Make-Ahead Baked Ziti with Three Cheeses

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Featuring tender ziti and diced fire-roasted tomatoes, this easy, creamy casserole is smothered with a delectable layer of Parmesan, Gorgonzola, and Fontina cheeses.

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Is It Done Yet? Our No-Fail Test

With make-ahead breakfast casseroles, mornings just got easier. Here's the one test you need to know to check whether your casserole recipe is done.

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Bagel, Lox, and Egg Strata

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Lox on top of a bagel, sure. But lox and bagels in a buttery strata layered with two types of cheeses...AND it can be chilled for up to 24 hours ahead of time? We may have found our new favorite breakfast casserole.

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Chicken Enchiladas Adobo

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Chipotle peppers in adobo sauce and fire-roasted tomatoes combine in an unforgettably flavorful sauce for these hearty enchiladas. To allow the flavors to deepen and meld, you can prep a casserole dish full of these spicy, cheesy rolls up to 24 hours ahead of time.

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Spicy Brunch Lasagna

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This make-ahead recipe is stuffed full of hearty Italian sausage and shredded hash browns and layered with creamy Alfredo sauce. Top it off with melty mozzarella cheese for a casserole recipe that's as delicious at dinnertime as it is for brunch.

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Chicken-Vegetable Mac and Cheese

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As much as we love traditional mac and cheese recipes, we think this jazzed-up casserole version -- packed with meaty bites of chicken, crunchy croutons, and flavorful veggies -- is even better. And it's freezer-friendly, too!

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Make-Ahead Turkey Manicotti

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These tender manicotti shells are bursting with an enticing turkey-and-cheese filling. A garlic- and wine-infused tomato sauce drizzled on top gives this classic Italian recipe a bold new dimension of flavor.

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Prosciutto-Stuffed Chicken Bake

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Add some Italian flair to your dinner table by stuffing chicken breasts with salty prosciutto. Toss them in a buttery sauce and serve over rice. Use our make-ahead recipe tip to prep this chicken casserole up to three months in advance.

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Chicken and Black Bean Enchiladas

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This Mexican casserole starts in your slow cooker for easy cooking before moving to a dish where it can be stored in the freezer for up to three months! Talk about getting a jump-start on dinner!

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Bacon-Asparagus Strata

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Bound together by fluffy eggs, this baked breakfast casserole is filled with crispy bacon and crunchy asparagus -- two ingredients that perfectly complement each other. Assemble this dish the night before guests arrive for an easy breakfast recipe.

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Tex-Mex Chicken and Rice Casserole

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Use chicken-flavor rice and vermicelli mix to boost the savory flavor in this tasty casserole recipe. Tender bites of chicken are stirred into the well-seasoned mixture and sprinkled with cheddar cheese for a melty finish.

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Chicken and Asparagus Strata

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Looking for an unforgettable make-ahead casserole? You've found it! Smoked chicken adds a deep dimension of flavor to this casserole's already-robust mix of chives, Dijon mustard, dill Havarti cheese, and garlic-herb bread.

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Cheesy Tuna Noodle Casserole

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The crumbly bread crumb topping on this tuna casserole makes it oh so enticing. With a freezer life of up to a month, this make-ahead recipe deserves a spot in your regular rotation.

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Eat Your Veggies -- Conveniently!

We stuffed this speedy make-ahead pasta casserole full of our favorite veggies: mushrooms, carrots, snap peas, tomatoes, and sweet peppers. Click to see how it's done!

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Four-Cheese Zucchini Strata Recipe

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Want a make-ahead meal that's both light and comforting? Here you go! This zucchini casserole, topped with provolone, white cheddar, feta, and Parmesan cheeses, will satisfy your need for a hearty dish without leaving you feeling stuffed.

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Caramelized Onion Breakfast Casserole

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Saute onions in the same frying pan as bacon to accentuate the delish caramel flavor of the onions. This casserole's medley of sweet-and-savory ingredients -- melty cheese, broccoli, sweet onions, and sourdough bread -- promises out-of-this world flavor. And it delivers!

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Baked Blueberry-Pecan French Toast

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A make-ahead breakfast equals a few extra minutes in bed, and that's sweet. But starting your day with extra sleep AND a warm, fruity casserole? That's a guaranteed good morning!

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Bean-and-Beef Enchilada Casserole

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This Mexican casserole is a 24-hour make-ahead meal, which ensures the robust flavors of chili powder, ground beef, and enchilada sauce have enough time to blend. You'll get the best bite, every time.

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Make-Ahead Sausage, Mushroom, and Polenta Bake

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This enticing make-ahead meal boasts multiple layers of flavor and texture. The spicy bottom tier of Italian sausage tossed in garlicky marinara sauce is topped by a sweet-and-smooth mix of polenta and mushrooms.

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Cheesy Noodle Casserole

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This tasty slow cooker casserole is a vegetarian option that everyone will enjoy. The best part? It's a snap to make. A combo of chedder cheese and diced tomatoes tops noodles tossed with protein-packed tofu.

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Spicy Sicilian Strata

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Introduce your family to a slice of Italian culture with this yummy make-ahead dish. Authentic pizza ingredients -- a tasty blend of cheeses, pepperoni, pepperoncini, and Italian seasonings -- are baked together in an easy strata that brings Italy to your table!

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Wild Mushroom Bread Pudding Recipe

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Wild mushrooms encrusted in rosemary and thyme give this make-ahead meal earthy, herby flavor. Mix them with onion focaccia bread in this perfectly hearty casserole recipe.

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Bacon-Topped Green Bean Casserole

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Green bean casserole gets a makeover with the delicious addition of bacon. Tender green beans and mushrooms in a light buttery sauce contrast nicely with bacon's satisfying crunch in this make-ahead side-dish casserole.

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Ham, Asparagus, and Cheese Strata

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After chilling this dish overnight, bake it to serve as a breakfast, lunch, or dinner recipe. Fresh asparagus spears, creamy Gruyere cheese, and diced ham make a perfect casserole combination no matter the time of day.

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Green Chile-Chicken Tortilla Casserole

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A chill time of 8 to 24 hours lets all the delicious flavors of this healthy Mexican casserole meld for a delicious make-ahead dinner. Of course it's topped with ample cheese, because all good things are.

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Barley-Butternut Casserole

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With butternut squash and sage, the flavors of this casserole recipe lean toward fall, but don't let that stop you from making it year-round. Make it up to a day in advance and chill in the fridge.

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Chicken and Vegetable Lasagna

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Make this family-pleasing chicken lasagna recipe up to a day in advance to pull out of the fridge and bake the next night. Loaded with chicken, veggies, pasta, AND cheese, it's a full meal in one. No sides required.

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