Cooking with Paula Deen Best Casseroles 2022

The More, The Merrier Casseroles are a tried-and-true Southern staple. Want to bring something to a friend in need? Whip up a casserole. Making something for a potluck get-together? Reach for your trusty 13x9-inch dish. Need a cozy meal to feed your family during a busy week? There’s a casserole for that. Whether I’m cookin’ up something savory or sweet, my casserole dishes get used quite a bit around here, and I want to share all the ways you can use yours, too. On weekend mornings, it’s nice to have my family over for breakfast, so I have a chapter of rise-and-shine recipes that’ll make your set table look all the prettier and tastier. The Berry-Stuffed French Toast Waffle Bake (page 17)—one of my grandbabies’ favorites—is ideal for those who like a…

Blueberry Streusel Pancake Casserole Makes 4 to 6 servings 1 ¼ cups frozen blueberries, divided18 (4-inch) frozen buttermilk pancakes, thawed and halved4 large eggs1 cup half-and-half1 cup whole milk⅓ cup plus 2 tablespoons firmly packed light brown sugar, divided2 teaspoons vanilla extract1 ½ teaspoons orange zest¼ cup all-purpose flour¼ cup quick-cooking oats2 tablespoons unsalted butter, meltedOrange Maple Syrup (recipe follows) 1. Spray a 2-quart oval baking dish with cooking spray. 2. Place ¾ cup blueberries in prepared pan. Arrange pancake halves upright in a tight shingled pattern over blueberries. 3. In a large bowl, whisk together eggs, half-and-half, milk, ⅓ cup brown sugar, vanilla, and orange zest. Pour mixture onto pancakes. Let stand for 30 minutes. 4. Preheat oven to 350°. 5. In a medium bowl, whisk together flour, oats, and remaining 2 tablespoons brown sugar; add…

Pimiento Cheese Squash Casserole Makes 8 to 10 servings 10 cups sliced yellow squash (about 3 pounds)1 cup chopped yellow onion1 ¾ teaspoons kosher salt, divided⅔ cup sour cream⅔ cup mayonnaise1 large egg¼ teaspoon ground black pepper2 cups shredded sharp Cheddar cheese1 (7-ounce) jar diced pimientos, drained⅓ cup crushed buttery round crackers 1. Preheat oven to 350°. Spray a 2½-quart ovenproof dish with cooking spray. 2. In a large Dutch oven, bring squash, onion, 1 teaspoon salt, and water to cover to a boil over medium-high heat. Reduce heat to medium-low; simmer until vegetables are almost tender, about 7 minutes. Drain well. 3. In a large bowl, whisk together sour cream, mayonnaise, egg, black pepper, and remaining ¾ teaspoon salt. Stir in squash mixture, 1½ cups cheese, and pimientos. Pour into prepared pan. Top with…

Shrimp, Artichoke, and Spinach Casserole Makes 6 to 8 servings 1 (10.5-ounce) can cream of mushroom soup1 (10-ounce) container refrigerated Alfredo sauce2 tablespoons sherry vinegar1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce1 teaspoon lemon zest1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice1 clove garlic, grated¼ teaspoon kosher salt⅛ teaspoon ground black pepper1 pound medium fresh shrimp, peeled and deveined1 (16-ounce) box cavatappi pasta, cooked according to package instructions1 (14-ounce) can baby artichoke hearts, drained well and halved2 cups fresh baby spinach½ cup grated Parmesan cheese1 cup fresh bread crumbs2 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted 1. Preheat oven to 400°. Spray a 12-inch cast-iron skillet with cooking spray. 2. In a large bowl, whisk together soup, Alfredo sauce, vinegar, Worcestershire, lemon zest and juice, garlic, salt, and pepper. Stir in shrimp, pasta, artichokes, and spinach. Pour mixture into prepared pan; sprinkle with cheese.…

Sweet Potato Cobbler with Cream Cheese Crust Makes 6 servings Dough: ½ cup unsalted butter, softened4 ounces cream cheese, softened1 ½ cups self-rising flour1 ½ teaspoons granulated sugar1 teaspoon distilled white vinegar1 teaspoon vanilla extract¼ teaspoon salt Filling: 8 cups ¾-inch-cubed peeled sweet potatoes1 cup granulated sugar½ cup firmly packed light brown sugar2 tablespoons all-purpose flour1 tablespoon orange zest½ teaspoon ground allspice¼ teaspoon salt1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar1 tablespoon unsalted butter, diced1 teaspoon granulated sugarVanilla ice cream, to serve 1. For dough: In the work bowl of a food processor, pulse together butter and cream cheese until smooth. Add flour and all remaining ingredients. Pulse until a dough forms. Turn out dough onto a lightly floured surface, and shape into a disk. Wrap in plastic wrap; refrigerate for 30 minutes. 2. Preheat oven to 375°. Spray a…

BEEF Beef and Corn Pudding Casserole 65 Cheesy Beef and Squash Casserole 72 BREAKFAST Baked Egg and Cheese Grits Casserole 24 Berry-Stuffed French Toast Waffle Bake 17 Blueberry Streusel Pancake Casserole 9 Deviled Egg Hash Browns Casserole 12 Ham and Brie Strata 16 Leek and Bacon Breakfast Casserole 28 Pimiento Cheese Breakfast Casserole 20 Tater Tot Breakfast Casserole 13 Turkey-Bacon-Artichoke Breakfast Casserole 21 Smoked Sausage and Hash Brown Frittata 25 DESSERTS Apple-Pear Dumplings 89 Cherry Apricot Slab Pie 92 Chocolate Cinnamon Roll Bread Pudding 85 Classic Banana Pudding 93 Praline Biscuit Tiramisù 84 S’mores Cobbler 96 Strawberry-Pretzel Congealed Salad 88 Sweet Potato Cobbler with Cream Cheese Crust 81 Tiramisù Biscuits 84 PORK Brunswick Stew Pot Pie 76 Cabbage and Sausage Gratin 60 Ham and Asparagus Casserole 56 Red Beans and Rice Casserole 57 Savory Cornbread Cobbler 64 POULTRY Chicken and Dressing Casserole 68 Chicken Poppy Seed Casserole 61 Potato Crust Chicken Pot Pie 73 SEAFOOD Shrimp and Sausage Jambalaya 69 Shrimp, Artichoke, and Spinach Casserole 53 Shrimp,…