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    Home » Recipe Roundups

    22 Comforting Casseroles to Bring to Your Memorial Day Gathering

    By Emmeline Kemperyd updated May 13, 2026 · Published May 23, 2025 · Leave a Comment

    Memorial Day is the perfect time to gather with friends and family, and what better way to celebrate than with a variety of delicious casseroles? These 18 recipes are sure to please a crowd, offering a mix of flavors and ingredients that everyone will enjoy. From classic comfort foods to fresh and vibrant dishes, these casseroles will make your holiday meal memorable.

    Bacon Potato Casserole

    Bacon Potato Casserole.
    Photo credit: Cleverly Simple.

    This side dish is full of flavor with layers of bacon, potatoes, and cheese. It's a great addition to any meal and is sure to be a hit.

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    Veggie Pasta Bake

    Veggie Pasta Bake.
    Photo Credit: Cooked & Loved.

    This veggie pasta bake is a family favorite, perfect for a vegetarian meal. Packed with roasted butternut squash, mushrooms, peppers, and spinach, it's topped with a tasty tomato sauce and a mix of feta and Cheddar cheeses, making it a comforting and nutritious dinner.

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    Dump-and-Bake Mac & Cheese

    Mac and cheese.
    Photo credit: always use butter.

    Baked Mac and Cheese is simple to prepare and only takes about 10 minutes to get ready before it goes in the oven for 45 minutes. With a mix of Cheddar and Gruyere, this dish is loaded with cheesy goodness and flavor.

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    Zucchini Tomato Mozzarella Bake

    Zucchini Tomato Mozzarella Bake.
    Photo Credit: Aline Made.

    The Zucchini Tomato Mozzarella Bake is a great side dish for summer gatherings. Loaded with fresh veggies and a cheesy topping, it's sure to be a hit with everyone.

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    Broccoli Cauliflower Casserole

    Broccoli Cauliflower Casserole.
    Photo Credit: The Almond Eater.

    This Broccoli Cauliflower Casserole is packed with broccoli and cauliflower in a creamy cheese sauce made lighter with Greek yogurt. It's quick to prepare in just 35 minutes and works great as a side dish or a meatless meal.

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    Swiss Chard and Butternut Squash Gratin

    Swiss Chard and Butternut Squash Gratin.
    Photo Credit: Kitchen Gone Rogue.

    This Creamy Dairy-Free Swiss Chard and Butternut Squash Gratin is a fantastic side dish that everyone will love. It's hard to believe it's dairy-free, and you can easily make it gluten-free by using gluten-free bread crumbs.

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    Veggie Loaded Tater Tot Casserole

    Vegetarian Tater Tot Casserole.
    Photo Credit: Urban Farmie.

    This dish features creamy vegetables covered with crispy, golden tater tots, making it a favorite for any occasion. With just 10 minutes of prep time, it's perfect for family dinners or a relaxing night at home.

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    Broccoli Casserole

    Broccli casserole.
    Photo credit: Masala Herb.

    This broccoli casserole is a great choice for a quick and healthy side dish. It's simple to prepare and perfect for any gathering.

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    Brie Mac and Cheese

    Brie mac and cheese.
    Photo credit: Emmeline Kemperyd.

    This is probably the creamiest and most flavorful Mac and Cheese ever! With two types of cheese this is a more elgant version of the classic, all done in one pan with no preboiling and no roux - just dump, bake, and enjoy.

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    Vegan Squash Casserole

    Vegan Squash Casserole.
    Photo Credit: Plant Power Couple.

    This vegan squash and zucchini casserole is a simple, one-pan dish that everyone will enjoy. Packed with fresh veggies and a creamy, dairy-free sauce, it's great as a side or a meatless main for meal prep or freezing.

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    Truffle Mac and Cheese

    Close up of creamy truffle mac and cheese with Gruyere and cheddar.
    Photo credit: Emmeline Kemperyd.

    This truffle version of the classic comfort food tastes like a restaurant dish, but it trulyu couldn't be simpler to make. No roux and no stovetop stirring - just layer raw pasta with Gruyere, cheddar, cream and truffle oil, then let the oven do all the work. With just 10 minutes of hands-on prep, it's easier than almost any mac and cheese recipe out there! But so much more elegant...

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    Twice Baked Mashed Potato Casserole

    Twice Baked Mashed Potato Casserole
    Photo Credit: Bitz n Giggles.

    These cheesy mashed potatoes are baked until golden and are packed with bacon. They're a delicious side dish that everyone will enjoy.

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    Cheesy Zucchini Casserole

    Cheesy Zucchini Casserole.
    Photo Credit: The Cookin' Chicks.

    Easy Cheesy Zucchini Casserole is a simple dish that comes together quickly with just a few ingredients. It's a tasty side that works well for any gathering.

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    Cheesy Potatoes

    Cheesy Potatoes.
    Photo Credit: Maple + mango.

    Cheesy potatoes are a popular side dish that everyone enjoys, disappearing fast from the table. With a mix of three cheeses, tender potatoes, and a creamy sauce baked to perfection, this dish is perfect for holiday dinners, family meals, or any gathering.

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    Gorgonzola Mac and Cheese

    Gorgonzola mac and cheese.
    Photo credit: Emmeline Kemperyd.

    This cheesy mac and cheese is made in just one dish, so there's no need to pre-cook anything. With mozzarella and gorgonzola, it's a simple and comforting meal that's perfect for any gathering.

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    Mashed Potato Casserole

    Mashed potato casserole.
    Photo Credit: always use butter.

    This mashed potato casserole is creamy and cheesy, perfect for any gathering. You can prepare it in advance, making it a great choice for busy days.

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    Baked Ratatouille

    Baked Ratatouille.
    Photo Credit: The Foodolic.

    Baked Ratatouille Provençale is a vibrant vegetarian dish featuring layers of zucchini, eggplant, tomatoes, and bell peppers in a flavorful tomato sauce with goat cheese and thyme. It's a delicious option that brings a taste of summer to your table.

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    3 Cheese Mac and Cheese

    A spoonful of 3 cheese mac and cheese lifted out of a baking dish.
    Photo credit: Emmeline Kemperyd.

    This mac and cheese is ultra-creamy and ultra-cheesy thanks to the use of 3 perfecct cheeses. And it requires no stovetop sauce-making - just mix uncooked pasta with cheese, pour over milk and cream, and bake.

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    Potato Egg Casserole

    Potato Egg Casserole.
    Photo Credit: Masala Herb.

    This potato casserole with eggs is simple to make and packed with flavor. It's perfect as a side dish or can be served for dinner or breakfast.

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    Slow Cooker Tater Tot Casserole

    Slow Cooker Tater Tot Casserole.
    Photo Credit: The Magical Slow Cooker.

    Try this easy slow cooker casserole made with green beans, cream of mushroom soup, tater tots, and cheddar cheese. You will absolutely love the hearty layers of this dish!

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    Zucchini Casserole

    Zucchini casserole.
    Photo credit: Masala Herb.

    This garden-fresh Zucchini Casserole is a simple way to enjoy the flavors of the veggie season. It's perfect for gatherings and brings a taste of summer to your table.

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    Goat Cheese Mac and Cheese

    Goat Cheese Mac and Cheese.
    Photo credit: The Littlest Crumb.

    Creamy goat cheese mac and cheese offers a tasty twist on the classic comfort dish. The macaroni is enveloped in a rich goat cheese sauce with herbs, all topped with a crunchy layer of breadcrumbs and parmesan.

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    About Emmeline Kemperyd

    Emmeline Kemperyd is a writer, food blogger, recipe creator and food photographer and the founder of alwaysusebutter.com. She has 20+ years experience creating and simplifying recipes so they taste good, and are quick, easy, and approachable. She is a regular contributor to MSN and her work has been featured by The Guardian, Well+Good, Vulture, SheKnows, Good Men Project, and The Feed Feed, among others.

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