49 Vintage Casserole Recipes that Deserve a Comeback

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49 Vintage Casserole Recipes that Deserve a Comeback2/49 Chicken and Asparagus Bake 2 Reviews Test Kitchen Approved Total Time 45 min Servings 10 servings Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: Greet guests with a taste of springtime when this chicken asparagus bake is on the menu. It cooks in just half an hour. People savor the rich cheesy sauce, and it freezes well, too. —Ramona Ruskell, Columbia, Missouri Nutrition Facts: 1 serving: 335 calories, 21g fat (10g saturated fat), 103mg cholesterol, 604mg sodium, 8g carbohydrate (3g sugars, 1g fiber), 28g protein. 3/49 Fast Chicken Divan with Mayo 13 Reviews

Test Kitchen Approved Fast Chicken Divan with Mayo Recipe photo by Taste of Home Total Time 45 min Servings 6 servings Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: Frozen broccoli and leftover chicken get a simple—but elegant—treatment in a meal-in-one dish. I top this saucy chicken divan with mayo off with a golden, cheesy crumb topping. —Bertille Cooper, California, Maryland Nutrition Facts: 1 serving: 629 calories, 49g fat (14g saturated fat), 115mg cholesterol, 944mg sodium, 16g carbohydrate (1g sugars, 2g fiber), 28g protein. 4/49 Creamy Chicken and Mushroom Rice Casserole 14 Reviews Test Kitchen Approved Creamy Chicken and Mushroom Rice

Be prepared to make it often, as it fills ’em up fast and tastes fantastic!

Casserole Recipe photo by Taste of Home Total Time 1 hour 10 min Servings 9 servings Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: Gravy, chicken soup and sour cream make this hearty chicken mushroom rice casserole one you’ll want to curl up with. Be prepared to make it often, as it fills ’em up fast and tastes fantastic! —Nancy Foust, Stoneboro, Pennsylvania Nutrition Facts: 1-1/3 cups: 305 calories, 12g fat (5g saturated fat), 68mg cholesterol, 790mg sodium, 28g carbohydrate (3g sugars, 2g fiber), 19g protein. Diabetic Exchanges: 2 starch, 2 lean meat, 1 fat. 5/49 Beef and Noodle Casserole 25

It’s quick to make for unexpected company or easily doubled for a potluck

Reviews Test Kitchen Approved Total Time 1 hour 5 min Servings 8 servings Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: When I was working on the local election board in the ’50s, one of my co-workers gave me this ground beef casserole with noodles recipe, and it has been a family favorite ever since. It’s quick to make for unexpected company or easily doubled for a potluck. —Mary Hinman, Escondido, California Nutrition Facts: 1 cup: 436 calories, 20g fat (8g saturated fat), 97mg cholesterol, 736mg sodium, 39g carbohydrate (9g sugars, 3g fiber), 24g protein. 6/49 Turkey Mushroom Tetrazzini 17 Reviews

—Irene Banegas, Las Cruces, New Mexico

Test Kitchen Approved Turkey Mushroom Tetrazzini Recipe photo by Taste of Home Total Time 50 min Servings 6 servings Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: Your family will flip over this turkey and mushroom casserole. In fact, the creamy Parmesan-topped tetrazzini is so satisfying, no one will suspect it’s lower in fat! —Irene Banegas, Las Cruces, New Mexico. If you enjoyed this recipe, then you must check out our collection of casserole recipes. Nutrition Facts: 1-1/4 cups: 331 calories, 5g fat (2g saturated fat), 51mg cholesterol, 544mg sodium, 41g carbohydrate (10g sugars, 1g fiber), 28g protein. Diabetic Exchanges: 3

lean meat, 2 starch, 1 vegetable, 1/2 fat-free milk

lean meat, 2 starch, 1 vegetable, 1/2 fat-free milk. 7/49 Pineapple Casserole 5 Reviews Test Kitchen Approved Pineapple Casserole Recipe photo by Taste of Home Total Time 45 min Servings 8 servings Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: When I make pineapple casserole, I double the amount —because guests frequently request a second helping for dessert! Sweet-tangy fruit is even better combined with savory cheddar cheese and buttery cracker crumb topping. —Catherine Ann Goza, Leland, North Carolina Nutrition Facts: 3/4 cup: 514 calories, 22g fat (10g saturated fat), 43mg cholesterol, 465mg sodium, 71g carbohydrate (48g sugars, 2g fiber), 10g

The green beans add nice texture, color and flavor

protein. 8/49 Tuna Mushroom Casserole 24 Reviews Contest Winner Test Kitchen Approved Tuna Mushroom Casserole Recipe photo by Taste of Home Total Time 55 min Servings 6 servings Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: I love to serve this dressed-up version of a tuna casserole. The green beans add nice texture, color and flavor. The first time I made this dish, my uncle asked for seconds even though tuna casseroles are not usually his favorite.—Jone Furlong, Santa Rosa, California Nutrition Facts: 1 each: 343 calories, 15g fat (5g saturated fat), 57mg cholesterol, 770mg sodium, 27g carbohydrate (7g sugars, 2g

fiber), 24g protein

fiber), 24g protein. 9/49 Carrot Casserole 6 Reviews Test Kitchen Approved SARAH TRAMONTE FOR TASTE OF HOME Total Time 45 min Servings 12 servings Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: Whenever I make this dish, people rave about how good it is. One friend told me, “I don’t usually eat carrots, but this is delicious!” That made my day. 10/49 Chicken Casserole 35 Reviews Test Kitchen Approved Chicken Casserole Recipe photo by Leticia Almeida for Taste of Home Total Time 50 min Servings 6 servings Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: The original old family recipe for this

chicken casserole called for the sauce to be made from scratch

chicken casserole called for the sauce to be made from scratch. Through the years, I developed this version that takes less time to prepare and still tastes great. It’s an attractive main dish. —Ruth Van Dyke, Traverse City, Michigan Nutrition Facts: 1 cup: 416 calories, 20g fat (9g saturated fat), 101mg cholesterol, 775mg sodium, 38g carbohydrate (4g sugars, 3g fiber), 22g protein. 11/49 Green Bean Casserole 44 Reviews Test Kitchen Approved Green Bean Casserole Recipe photo by Taste of Home Total Time 45 min Servings 10 servings Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: This green bean casserole has always

been one of my favorite dishes—it’s so easy to put together!

been one of my favorite dishes—it’s so easy to put together! You can make it before any guests arrive and keep it refrigerated until baking time. —Anna Baker, Blaine, Washington Nutrition Facts: 3/4 cup: 163 calories, 11g fat (3g saturated fat), 5mg cholesterol, 485mg sodium, 14g carbohydrate (2g sugars, 1g fiber), 2g protein. 12/49 Stuffed Peppers with Cheese 24 Reviews Test Kitchen Approved Cheesy Stuffed Peppers Recipe photo by Taste of Home Total Time 40 min Servings 6 servings Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: This is my favorite summertime supper because I can use peppers and tomatoes fresh

Even the little ones like it

from my garden.—Betty DeRoad, Sioux Falls, South Dakota Nutrition Facts: 1 stuffed pepper: 419 calories, 21g fat (13g saturated fat), 96mg cholesterol, 509mg sodium, 26g carbohydrate (7g sugars, 4g fiber), 31g protein. 13/49 Calico Squash Casserole 13 Reviews Contest Winner Test Kitchen Approved Total Time 50 min Servings 8 servings Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: I love to try out different recipes for the squash I grow in my garden. It’s fun to bring this beautiful casserole to potlucks because I know it’ll go fast. Even the little ones like it. —Lucille Terry, Frankfort, Kentucky Nutrition Facts: 1

Kids love this casserole because it combines two of their favorite fast foods

cup: 439 calories, 34g fat (13g saturated fat), 54mg cholesterol, 1055mg sodium, 27g carbohydrate (6g sugars, 3g fiber), 7g protein. 14/49 French Fry Casserole 35 Reviews Test Kitchen Approved Taste of Home Total Time 1 hour Servings 8 servings Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: Kids love this casserole because it combines two of their favorite fast foods. And I like the fact that I can whip it up with just a few ingredients and little prep time. It’s a win-win for all! —Karen Owen, Rising Sun, Indiana Nutrition Facts: 1-1/2 cups: 352 calories, 17g fat (5g saturated fat),

16/49 Scalloped Potatoes and Ham 106 Reviews Test

62mg cholesterol, 668mg sodium, 25g carbohydrate (1g sugars, 2g fiber), 25g protein. 15/49 Sweet Potatoes au Gratin 13 Reviews Test Kitchen Approved Sweet Potatoes au Gratin Recipe photo by Alejandro Monfort for Taste of Home Total Time 50 min Servings 6 servings Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: This rich, sweet potato casserole couldn’t be any easier to make—or more delicious to eat! —Patti Kirchhoff, Lake Geneva, Wisconsin Nutrition Facts: 1 serving: 412 calories, 31g fat (19g saturated fat), 124mg cholesterol, 385mg sodium, 30g carbohydrate (14g sugars, 3g fiber), 6g protein. 16/49 Scalloped Potatoes and Ham 106 Reviews Test

I always enjoyed it when Mother made it for us

Kitchen Approved SARAH TRAMONTE FOR TASTE OF HOME Total Time 1 hour 35 min Servings 4 servings Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: This dish is a real crowd-pleaser with its smooth sauce, chunks of ham and potato slices. I always enjoyed it when Mother made it for us. I added parsley and thyme, and now my husband and five children request it all the time. —Wendy Rhoades, Yacolt, Washington Nutrition Facts: 1 cup: 549 calories, 23g fat (14g saturated fat), 91mg cholesterol, 1458mg sodium, 64g carbohydrate (12g sugars, 5g fiber), 23g protein. 17/49 Chicken and Wild Rice Casserole

We think it is very nice served with some crusty rolls or French bread

30 Reviews Contest Winner Test Kitchen Approved Contest-Winning Chicken Wild Rice Casserole Recipe photo by Taste of Home Total Time 50 min Servings 8 servings Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: While this special chicken and wild rice casserole is perfect for a company dinner, it’s so good that I often make it for everyday family meals. We think it is very nice served with some crusty rolls or French bread. —Elizabeth Tokariuk, Lethbridge, Alberta Nutrition Facts: 1 cup: 382 calories, 19g fat (8g saturated fat), 98mg cholesterol, 878mg sodium, 26g carbohydrate (3g sugars, 3g fiber), 27g protein. 18/49

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