Friendly, soothing and convenient to make, casseroles are perfect for busy lifestyles. Home life is especially challenging when a negative economy combines with intense time pressures. Casseroles offer relief by delivering great comfort foods with convenient prep times.

These dishes are perfect for busy home cooks looking for great make-ahead dishes for a quick and easy weeknight meal or when entertaining during the weekend. Households on the go can prepare and freeze single or full servings, ready to accommodate everyone’s schedule. Most of the recipes in 300 Best Casserole Recipes feature ingredients that are already in pantries, cupboards or freezers.

There are entire chapters devoted to breakfast and brunch casseroles, vegetarian and gluten-free options, classic chicken dishes and even desserts.

Some of these tasty dishes are:

• Smoked gouda mac and cheese
• Ratatouille casserole
• Beef pot pie
• Black bean enchilada casserole
• Southwestern shepherd’s pie
• Crab strata
• Bacon and leek quiche
• Twice baked potato casserole
• Corn spoon bread
• Stuffed spareribs
• No-pasta lasagna
• Paella with sausage
• Bread pudding with whiskey sauce
• Caramel rocky road bars
• Pecan pie brownies

Many of the recipes also include alternatives and tips to help make them lighter and healthier.