Meet Jennifer
Welcome to Best Casserole Recipes! I’m so glad you’re here! I’m Jennifer, the creator behind this delicious collection of one-dish wonders.
If you’re already familiar with my other sites Take Two Tapas and Leftovers Then Breakfast, you’re about to discover my passion for hearty, budget-friendly meals that bring families together around the table.
My Casserole Journey
In full disclosure, I didn’t grow up eating casseroles. My parents owned and operated an Italian restaurant during my elementary school years, and our family memories center around food—and plenty of it! But life has a way of evolving, and so do our cooking styles.
After leaving my career in medical research to raise my boys, I needed something to occupy my time once they left for school. Why not do what I love most—feed people! I started cooking for our local church, which snowballed into a small catering business, which eventually led me to start blogging. This site is actually our third food blog adventure since we began in the fall of 2013.
The need for creating budget-friendly recipes that feed a large family beautifully is what inspired Best Casserole Recipes. There’s something magical about a dish that combines all your favorite ingredients into one convenient pan, creating not just a meal but a moment for family connection.
What You’ll Find On Best Casserole Recipes
- One-dish wonders that simplify mealtime without sacrificing flavor
- Budget-friendly recipes that feed a crowd without breaking the bank
- Make-ahead options perfect for busy weeknights
- Creative twists on classic casseroles that have stood the test of time
- Breakfast casseroles that make mornings special
- Dessert casseroles that will have everyone asking for seconds
- Tips and tricks for casserole success, from prep to storage
What You Won’t Find On Best Casserole Recipes
- Complicated recipes with mile-long ingredient lists
- Dishes that require constant attention or multiple cooking techniques
- Budget-busting ingredients that are hard to find
- Recipes without practical make-ahead or freezer options
- Bland, uninspired casseroles that lack flavor and excitement
- Dishes that won’t feed at least 4-6 hungry people
Life Behind The Casserole Dish
I spend my days making a mess of the kitchen, avoiding laundry (and licorice), finding Lego bricks with the soles of my feet, and dodging Nerf darts. My life is chaotic, and I wouldn’t have it any other way.
When I’m not developing recipes, I’m a wife to Brooks and mother to our boys. Feeding people makes my soul happy, so I do it as often as I can. Creating, testing, and photographing recipes brings me joy—especially when there are leftovers for breakfast!
My recipes have been featured in publications like Country Living, BuzzFeed, Cosmopolitan, and Parade, but my favorite reviewers remain my family and friends who gather around our table.
My Food Blog Family
Best Casserole Recipes is the newest member of our food blog family:
- Take Two Tapas – For all the best appetizers, cocktails, and tips for entertaining like a boss
- Leftovers Then Breakfast – For your favorite recipes, classic dishes from your childhood, and some of my favorite things to eat
Each site represents a different aspect of my food philosophy, but they all share the same goal: bringing people together through delicious, approachable food.
I hope these casserole recipes help create wonderful moments around your table. There’s nothing quite like the satisfaction of pulling a perfectly bubbling, golden-topped casserole from the oven and watching your family’s eyes light up!
Happy Cooking,
Jennifer