Make cooking Thanksgiving a little easier with these make-ahead casserole recipes.
Serve for the holidays or as a hearty side dish with roast chicken.
This makes a satisfying side dish if you’re cooking for dairy-free or vegan diets.
Brie Passano
Our healthier version saves about 160 calories and 12 grams of saturated fat compared to a traditional recipe.
Cauliflower-Broccoli Gratin
This creamy broccoli-and-cauliflower casserole is a hassle-free side dish that just about everyone loves.
The sweet potatoes and lightened saucemade with flour and low-fat milkkeep it healthier than butter- and cream-laden versions.
Brie Passano
Don’t cut your sweet potatoes too thinthey’ll turn mushy under the sauce.
Creamed Spinach Casserole
This creamy spinach casserole recipe is a more sophisticated cousin to creamed spinach.
It’s perfect for weekend entertaining or as a holiday side dish.
We top it with an airy, slightly sweet meringue.
Brussels Sprout Gratin
A creamy Brussels sprouts casserole is a delightful accompaniment to any holiday meal.
We omitted the traditional butter in the duxelle and added chard for a nutritional boost.
Turkey-Vegetable Bake
Need to use up leftover turkey from the holidays?
Make this low fat casserole.
It’s made with brown rice and lots of vegetables.
Kale-Butternut Squash Gratin
This colorful gratin dish livens up any holiday plate.
The result is a cheesy side dish that will have everyone rushing to eat their vegetables.
Brie Passano
Jason Donnelly
Photography / Brie Passano, Styling / Sammy Mila / Holly Raibikis