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Photo: Photographer: Victor Protasio, Food Stylist: Ruth Blackburn, Prop Stylist: Josh Hoggle
Warm and comforting, casseroles make the perfect option for dinner as the weather starts cooling down! These casseroles are highly rated, with four- and five-star reviews fromEatingWellreaders. Inadequate fiber intake can lead topesky symptomslike inflammation, increased risk of heart disease and gastrointestinal problems. Addingmore proteinto your diet can also help with bone health, muscle growth and repair. To help you meet your needs of both, each serving has at least6 grams of fiber and 15 grams of protein. For a nutritious meal that’s filling and satisfying, try options like our Nacho Cauliflower Casserole and White Chicken Chili Casserole that everyone will enjoy.
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Nacho Cauliflower Casserole
Photographer: Victor Protasio, Food Stylist: Ruth Blackburn, Prop Stylist: Josh Hoggle
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02of 19Spaghetti Squash CasseroleStrands of tender squash replace pasta for a more flavorful version of spaghetti pie casserole. Not to mention, spaghetti squash is a low-carb alternative to pasta and saves more than 150 calories per serving compared to a traditional recipe. A sprinkling of nutty fontina cheese melts into a gooey topping.View Recipe
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Spaghetti Squash Casserole
Strands of tender squash replace pasta for a more flavorful version of spaghetti pie casserole. Not to mention, spaghetti squash is a low-carb alternative to pasta and saves more than 150 calories per serving compared to a traditional recipe. A sprinkling of nutty fontina cheese melts into a gooey topping.
03of 19Vegetable Lasagna with White SauceThis vegetable lasagna with white sauce has a velvety sauce with lots of veggies and plenty of cheesy goodness. The layers of butternut squash give the dish a sweet and creamy flavor and texture. This vegetarian lasagna packs comfort in every bite.View Recipe
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Vegetable Lasagna with White Sauce
This vegetable lasagna with white sauce has a velvety sauce with lots of veggies and plenty of cheesy goodness. The layers of butternut squash give the dish a sweet and creamy flavor and texture. This vegetarian lasagna packs comfort in every bite.
04of 19White Chicken Chili CasseroleMarty BaldwinThis easy, one-skillet casserole is packed with heat thanks to two kinds of peppers, poblanos and jalapeño. If you want to increase the spice level, leave the seeds in the jalapeño. Finish with your favorite toppings like Cheddar, cilantro and crumbled tortilla chips.View Recipe
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White Chicken Chili Casserole
Marty Baldwin
This easy, one-skillet casserole is packed with heat thanks to two kinds of peppers, poblanos and jalapeño. If you want to increase the spice level, leave the seeds in the jalapeño. Finish with your favorite toppings like Cheddar, cilantro and crumbled tortilla chips.
05of 19Baked Eggs in Tomato Sauce with KaleAli RedmondYou can make these three-ingredient tomato-simmered eggs with things you probably already have on hand in your freezer and pantry. To make these baked eggs more like eggs in purgatory, look for a spicy tomato sauce and don’t forget some whole-wheat bread for dipping.View Recipe
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Baked Eggs in Tomato Sauce with Kale
Ali Redmond
You can make these three-ingredient tomato-simmered eggs with things you probably already have on hand in your freezer and pantry. To make these baked eggs more like eggs in purgatory, look for a spicy tomato sauce and don’t forget some whole-wheat bread for dipping.
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Slow-Cooker Chicken & Pinto Bean Enchilada Casserole
Photographer: Greg DuPree, Food Stylist: Ali Ramee Prop Stylist: Christine Keely
07of 19Ground Beef & Pasta SkilletPhotographer: Morgan Hunt Glaze, Food Stylist: Julian Hensarling, Prop Stylist: Shell RoysterAdd extra vegetables to your day with this easy one-skillet pasta recipe. Finely chop mushrooms to resemble the texture of ground beef and stir them into a classic meat sauce for a healthy twist on a dinnertime favorite.View Recipe
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Ground Beef & Pasta Skillet
Photographer: Morgan Hunt Glaze, Food Stylist: Julian Hensarling, Prop Stylist: Shell Royster
Add extra vegetables to your day with this easy one-skillet pasta recipe. Finely chop mushrooms to resemble the texture of ground beef and stir them into a classic meat sauce for a healthy twist on a dinnertime favorite.
08of 19Salmon Noodle CasserolePhotographer: Brie Goldman, Food Stylist: Charlie WorthingtonThis salmon noodle casserole is filled with creamy pasta, chunks of salmon and plenty of vegetables for a well-rounded meal. Dijon mustard flavors the dish, complementing the salmon and asparagus.View Recipe
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Salmon Noodle Casserole
Photographer: Brie Goldman, Food Stylist: Charlie Worthington
This salmon noodle casserole is filled with creamy pasta, chunks of salmon and plenty of vegetables for a well-rounded meal. Dijon mustard flavors the dish, complementing the salmon and asparagus.
09of 19Creamy Lemon & Spinach Pasta BakeFred Hardy (photographer); Jennifer Wendorf (food stylist); Shell Royster (prop stylist)This creamy and comforting vegetarian pasta bake is perfect when you want a pasta dinner that is light, bright and flavorful. This easy pasta bake is packed with spinach. Feel free to swap the spinach out for another green like kale if you have it on hand. Just be sure to remove the tough stems and chop it into smaller pieces before cooking. Depending on your green, you may have to cook it a little bit longer so it’s nice and tender before baking.View Recipe
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Creamy Lemon & Spinach Pasta Bake
Fred Hardy (photographer); Jennifer Wendorf (food stylist); Shell Royster (prop stylist)
This creamy and comforting vegetarian pasta bake is perfect when you want a pasta dinner that is light, bright and flavorful. This easy pasta bake is packed with spinach. Feel free to swap the spinach out for another green like kale if you have it on hand. Just be sure to remove the tough stems and chop it into smaller pieces before cooking. Depending on your green, you may have to cook it a little bit longer so it’s nice and tender before baking.
10of 19Sweet Potato Shepherd’s PieFred HardyFresh herbs, Worcestershire sauce and ground pepper carry the flavor in this quick-cooking shepherd’s pie with a sweet potato topping. Ground beef adds a rich, savory flavor, but ground turkey or ground meat substitute would work well too.View Recipe
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Sweet Potato Shepherd’s Pie
Fred Hardy
Fresh herbs, Worcestershire sauce and ground pepper carry the flavor in this quick-cooking shepherd’s pie with a sweet potato topping. Ground beef adds a rich, savory flavor, but ground turkey or ground meat substitute would work well too.
11of 19Philly Cheesesteak CasserolePhotographer: Fred Hardy, Food Stylist: Jennifer Wendorf, Prop Stylist: Julia BaylissWith the combo of beef, cheese and bell pepper, this easy casserole hits the nail on the head when it comes to the flavors of classic Philly cheesesteak. It’s sure to be a new family favorite that’s quick enough to pull off on a weeknight. We love the flavor smoked provolone lends to the dish, but if you want a more traditional flavor, aged provolone works just as well.View Recipe
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Philly Cheesesteak Casserole
Photographer: Fred Hardy, Food Stylist: Jennifer Wendorf, Prop Stylist: Julia Bayliss
With the combo of beef, cheese and bell pepper, this easy casserole hits the nail on the head when it comes to the flavors of classic Philly cheesesteak. It’s sure to be a new family favorite that’s quick enough to pull off on a weeknight. We love the flavor smoked provolone lends to the dish, but if you want a more traditional flavor, aged provolone works just as well.
12of 19Skillet Caprese Chicken Casserole for TwoBrie PassanoAll the flavors of a caprese salad—mozzarella, tomatoes and basil—are featured in this one-skillet dinner. The addition of chicken and pasta adds depth and heartiness to this tasty meal. This recipe was adapted from our popular Skillet Caprese Chicken Casserole to serve two instead of six.View Recipe
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Skillet Caprese Chicken Casserole for Two
Brie Passano
All the flavors of a caprese salad—mozzarella, tomatoes and basil—are featured in this one-skillet dinner. The addition of chicken and pasta adds depth and heartiness to this tasty meal. This recipe was adapted from our popular Skillet Caprese Chicken Casserole to serve two instead of six.
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Chicken Tamale Casserole
14of 19Skillet Green Chile-Chicken Enchilada CasseroleThis 45-minute enchilada recipe is bursting with chicken, tomatoes, tomatillos, chile peppers and cheese, and because it’s a one-skillet casserole, cleanup is a breeze.View Recipe
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Skillet Green Chile-Chicken Enchilada Casserole
This 45-minute enchilada recipe is bursting with chicken, tomatoes, tomatillos, chile peppers and cheese, and because it’s a one-skillet casserole, cleanup is a breeze.
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Chicken Taco Casserole
Photographer: Fred Hardy, Food Stylist: Jennifer Wendorf, Prop Stylist: Shell Royster
16of 19Caprese CasseroleSara HaasThis healthy casserole comes together easily, making it the perfect choice for any weeknight dinner. Be sure not to overcook the pasta or it will turn mushy. And don’t skip the balsamic vinegar at the end—it’s a bright finishing touch.View Recipe
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Caprese Casserole
Sara Haas
This healthy casserole comes together easily, making it the perfect choice for any weeknight dinner. Be sure not to overcook the pasta or it will turn mushy. And don’t skip the balsamic vinegar at the end—it’s a bright finishing touch.
17of 19Creamy Zucchini & Rotisserie Chicken Pasta BakePhotographer: Fred Hardy, Food Stylist: Jennifer WendorfIf you’re swimming in zucchini, take some off your hands with this creamy zucchini and chicken pasta bake. The zucchini melts into the sauce, while Dijon mustard and lemon zest brighten the flavor. You can swap out the zucchini for summer squash if you prefer, and if you have leftover chicken you can use that in place of the rotisserie chicken.View Recipe
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Creamy Zucchini & Rotisserie Chicken Pasta Bake
Photographer: Fred Hardy, Food Stylist: Jennifer Wendorf
If you’re swimming in zucchini, take some off your hands with this creamy zucchini and chicken pasta bake. The zucchini melts into the sauce, while Dijon mustard and lemon zest brighten the flavor. You can swap out the zucchini for summer squash if you prefer, and if you have leftover chicken you can use that in place of the rotisserie chicken.
18of 19Anti-Inflammatory Lemony Salmon & Orzo CasseroleStacy AllenThis lemony salmon and orzo casserole is a one-dish dinner that’s packed with omega-3 fatty acids—a polyunsaturated fat in salmon that can help tame inflammation and may even help lower blood pressure. Here, omega-3-rich salmon sits on top of an orzo mixture that bakes in the oven, instead of boiling on the stovetop, absorbing all the bright and lemony flavors while it cooks.View Recipe
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Anti-Inflammatory Lemony Salmon & Orzo Casserole
Stacy Allen
This lemony salmon and orzo casserole is a one-dish dinner that’s packed with omega-3 fatty acids—a polyunsaturated fat in salmon that can help tame inflammation and may even help lower blood pressure. Here, omega-3-rich salmon sits on top of an orzo mixture that bakes in the oven, instead of boiling on the stovetop, absorbing all the bright and lemony flavors while it cooks.
19of 19Baked SpaghettiPhotographer: Jen Causey, Food Stylist: Ali RameeThink of this baked spaghetti as a cousin to lasagna. Instead of layering ingredients, spaghetti is tossed with ricotta cheese, ground beef, veggies and marinara sauce before it’s topped with cheese and baked until set. Serve this family-friendly casserole with a Caesar salad on the side.View Recipe
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Baked Spaghetti
Photographer: Jen Causey, Food Stylist: Ali Ramee
Think of this baked spaghetti as a cousin to lasagna. Instead of layering ingredients, spaghetti is tossed with ricotta cheese, ground beef, veggies and marinara sauce before it’s topped with cheese and baked until set. Serve this family-friendly casserole with a Caesar salad on the side.
Jessica Ball, M.S., RD
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