50 Best Easter Casserole Recipes for Brunch, Dinner or Dessert

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50 Best Easter Casserole Recipes for Brunch, Dinner or Dessert1/50 Eggs Benedict Casserole 74 Reviews Contest Winner Test Kitchen Approved Eggs Benedict Casserole Recipe photo by Taste of Home Skill Level Medium Total Time 1 hour 10 min Servings 12 servings (1-2/3 cups sauce) Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: This eggs Benedict casserole is just as tasty as the classic but without all the hassle. Simply assemble the ingredients ahead and bake it the next morning for an elegant breakfast or brunch. —Sandie Heindel, Liberty, Missouri Nutrition Facts: 1 piece with about 2 tablespoons sauce: 286 calories, 19g

These cheesy potatoes are always welcome at our

fat (10g saturated fat), 256mg cholesterol, 535mg sodium, 16g carbohydrate (4g sugars, 1g fiber), 14g protein. This crafty casserole lets you serve a restaurant-worthy eggs Benedict without having to poach eggs for all your guests. If Canadian bacon isn’t your favorite, feel free to swap in regular ham, bacon, breakfast sausage or smoked salmon. 2/50 Au Gratin Potatoes 166 Reviews Test Kitchen Approved Simple au Gratin Potatoes Recipe photo by Taste of Home Skill Level Easy Total Time 1 hour 50 min Servings 8 servings Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: These cheesy potatoes are always welcome at our

dinner table, and they’re so simple to make

dinner table, and they’re so simple to make. A perfect complement to ham, the versatile, homey side dish also goes well with pork, chicken and other entrees. —Cris O’Brien, Virginia Beach, Virginia Nutrition Facts: 3/4 cup: 225 calories, 10g fat (6g saturated fat), 30mg cholesterol, 602mg sodium, 26g carbohydrate (4g sugars, 2g fiber), 8g protein. These easy potatoes made with simple ingredients are the ultimate Easter side dish. The cheesy potatoes pair perfectly with slices of ham and roasted carrots. 3/50 Ham and Swiss Casserole 29 Reviews Test Kitchen Approved Ham and Swiss Casserole Recipe photo by Taste of Home

It can easily be doubled or tripled for a crowd

Skill Level Easy Total Time 55 min Servings 8 servings Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: When I prepare this noodle casserole for church gatherings, it’s always a hit. It can easily be doubled or tripled for a crowd. —Doris Barb, El Dorado, Kansas Nutrition Facts: 1 serving: 360 calories, 18g fat (10g saturated fat), 92mg cholesterol, 815mg sodium, 27g carbohydrate (4g sugars, 1g fiber), 20g protein. You can use a ham steak or even diced lunch meat in place of the 2 cups cooked ham called for in this recipe. Or, use this casserole recipe to get rid

of leftover ham in the days following your Easter dinner

of leftover ham in the days following your Easter dinner. 4/50 Reuben and Rye Strata 4 Reviews Contest Winner Test Kitchen Approved MARK DERSE FOR TASTE OF HOME Skill Level Medium Total Time 1 hour 15 min Servings 10 servings Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: This make-ahead dish is wonderful for brunch, lunch or supper, and it’s so easy to prepare. If you prefer, substitute turkey pastrami for the corned beef. —Mary Louise Lever, Rome, Georgia Nutrition Facts: 1 piece: 382 calories, 22g fat (9g saturated fat), 175mg cholesterol, 1377mg sodium, 21g carbohydrate (6g sugars, 2g fiber), 25g

The richness of the rye bread and corned beef is plenty filling for dinner

protein. Though this casserole uses eggs to bind the ingredients together, you’re not limited to serving it for breakfast or brunch. The richness of the rye bread and corned beef is plenty filling for dinner. And you’ll love the zip added by the sauerkraut and pickles! 5/50 Asparagus Casserole 2 Reviews Test Kitchen Approved Asparagus Casserole Recipe photo by Eric Kleinberg for Taste of Home Skill Level Easy Total Time 45 min Servings 8 servings Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: Fresh asparagus is best for this decadent and quick casserole. The crisp-tender stalks are enveloped in a beautiful

creamy Parmesan sauce and topped with a buttery cracker topping

creamy Parmesan sauce and topped with a buttery cracker topping. —Taste of Home Test Kitchen, Milwaukee, Wisconsin Nutrition Facts: 1 serving: 206 calories, 14g fat (8g saturated fat), 47mg cholesterol, 584mg sodium, 12g carbohydrate (3g sugars, 1g fiber), 7g protein. Thanks to an ample amount of Parmesan cream sauce, this asparagus casserole will be a favorite of even the pickiest eaters. You can make it a main dish by adding cooked ham, chicken or turkey. 6/50 Brioche French Toast Casserole 1 Review Test Kitchen Approved ERIC KLEINBERG FOR TASTE OF HOME Skill Level Easy Total Time 55 min Servings 8

If you can’t find brioche, a soft challah bread works too

servings Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: French toast is fabulous, but standing in front of a skillet for a half hour making 10 pieces of French toast is not a treat for anyone, especially a mom on Mother’s Day! That’s why I love this recipe: You (or your minions) can prep it in five minutes and pop it in the oven. If you can’t find brioche, a soft challah bread works too. —Karen Nochimowski, Deerfield, Illinois Nutrition Facts: 1 serving: 358 calories, 15g fat (8g saturated fat), 197mg cholesterol, 358mg sodium, 45g carbohydrate (23g sugars, 1g fiber), 11g

When I asked for a recipe, one of the women told me the ingredients right

protein. Brioche is a type of French bread made with butter and eggs, which gives it a sweet flavor and extra-soft texture. While you should be able to find it at your local grocery store or bakery, you can also try making homemade brioche. 7/50 Amish Breakfast Casserole 344 Reviews Test Kitchen Approved TASTE OF HOME Skill Level Easy Total Time 50 min Servings 12 servings Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: We enjoyed hearty breakfast casseroles during a visit to an Amish inn. When I asked for a recipe, one of the women told me the ingredients right

off the top of her head

off the top of her head. I modified the recipe a bit to create this version that my family loves. —Beth Notaro, Kokomo, Indiana Nutrition Facts: 1 serving: 273 calories, 18g fat (10g saturated fat), 153mg cholesterol, 477mg sodium, 8g carbohydrate (3g sugars, 1g fiber), 18g protein. I’ve made this breakfast casserole dozens of times, switching out the type of breakfast meat and cheese depending on what I’m in the mood for. I never skip the sweet onion, though—it gives such good flavor! 8/50 Plum Poppy Seed Cake 5 Reviews Test Kitchen Approved TASTE OF HOME Skill Level Easy Total

Time 1 hour Servings 15 servings Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator:

Time 1 hour Servings 15 servings Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: This recipe uses plums and poppy seeds for the most traditional Polish version of this dessert, but you can also use nectarines or even apricots. One tip: Do not push the plums into the batter. Just let them sit on top. They will sink in a bit as they bake. —Lisa Kaminski, Wauwatosa, Wisconsin Nutrition Facts: 1 piece: 284 calories, 17g fat (2g saturated fat), 50mg cholesterol, 163mg sodium, 30g carbohydrate (16g sugars, 1g fiber), 4g protein. Plums, with their beautiful hue and flavor, get the spotlight

in this 13×9 cake

in this 13×9 cake. If plums aren’t available where you live yet, swap in some mixed berries, apricots or pineapple. 9/50 Chicken and Stuffing Casserole 39 Reviews Test Kitchen Approved ERIC KLEINBERG FOR TASTE OF HOME Skill Level Easy Total Time 50 min Servings 6 servings Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: At my bridal shower a few years ago, each guest brought a recipe card with their best dish. We’ve tried everyone’s recipe, but this chicken stuffing bake is a favorite. —Nicole Vogl Harding, Spokane, Washington Nutrition Facts: 1 serving: 402 calories, 27g fat (15g saturated fat), 86mg

cholesterol, 947mg sodium, 22g carbohydrate (2g sugars, 2g fiber), 16g protein

cholesterol, 947mg sodium, 22g carbohydrate (2g sugars, 2g fiber), 16g protein. This chicken and stuffing casserole uses several store-bought ingredients for the easiest holiday meal you’ve ever made. If you prefer to make everything from scratch, though, use these recipes for homemade copycat Stove Top stuffing and cream of chicken soup. 10/50 Elegant Smoked Salmon Strata 2 Reviews Test Kitchen Approved JIM WIELAND FOR TASTE OF HOME Skill Level Medium Total Time 1 hour 25 min Servings 12 servings Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: This fancy overnight egg bake is ideal for guests. In the morning, you can

simply let it come to room temperature and whip up side dishes as it bakes

simply let it come to room temperature and whip up side dishes as it bakes. Then get ready for compliments! —Lisa Speer, Palm Beach, Florida Nutrition Facts: 1 piece: 359 calories, 21g fat (11g saturated fat), 194mg cholesterol, 845mg sodium, 21g carbohydrate (6g sugars, 1g fiber), 22g protein. Strata is a fancy word for layers of cubed bread, cheese and eggs that are baked into a custardy breakfast casserole. This version takes the fancy up a notch with the addition of smoked salmon (or lox), Dijon mustard and creme fraiche. 11/50 Easy Cheesy Loaded Grits 12 Reviews Contest Winner Test

If you’re afraid of spice, don’t worry—these grits are

Kitchen Approved DAN ROBERTS FOR TASTE OF HOME Skill Level Medium Total Time 1 hour 25 min Servings 8 servings Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: A tasty bowl of grits inspired me to develop my own recipe with sausage, green chiles and cheeses. —Joan Hallford, North Richland Hills, Texas Nutrition Facts: 1 cup: 399 calories, 28g fat (15g saturated fat), 116mg cholesterol, 839mg sodium, 19g carbohydrate (2g sugars, 2g fiber), 18g protein. These cheesy grits get added flavor and depth from chopped green chiles while still being completely mild. If you’re afraid of spice, don’t worry—these grits are