35 Must-Make Casseroles for your Thanksgiving Crowd

Squash casserole — even the words can evoke, for certain folk, the sights and smells of an old-school Southern meat-and-three restaurant, or grandma's sideboard on Thanksgiving, covered with dishes.

Get the recipe for Classic Hearty Squash Casserole.

We're in heaven just looking at this dazzling Thanksgiving dish. Sweet potato casserole is a simple and beloved Southern dish that has been a staple Thanksgiving side for generations of Americans.

Get the recipe for Sweet Potato Casserole with Marshmallow.

This seasonal breakfast casserole is baked with coffee butter and spiced sugar, then topped with a pumpkin spice glaze. It's perfect for Thanksgiving brunch!

Get the recipe for Pumpkin Spice Latte Monkey Bread.

This Hasselback Potato Gratin is visually impressive, and the vertical stacking allows diners to get both the crispy flavor of roasted potatoes on top of the dish, as well as the creamy, soaked-in-cream-and-cheese-sauce goodness of a standard gratin side.

Get the recipe for Hasselback Potato Gratin.

This cold-night staple serves up ample creamy gooeyness, while a stealthy vegetable (puréed cauliflower!) boosts vitamins and fiber.

Get the recipe for Cauliflower Mac 'n' Cheese.

A rich sauce with caramelized onions, mushrooms, and a touch of Parmesan elevates this traditional side. For a twist, add chopped sun-dried tomatoes or diced roasted red peppers to the sauce.

Get the recipe for Green Bean Casserole with Fried Shallots.

Here's a delicious and comforting breakfast casserole that'll easily feed a crowd. It's a great option if you've got guests in town for Thanksgiving!

Get the recipe for Potato and Manchego Casserole with Maple Bacon.

This recipe may be big on flavor, but you'll need very little time to throw it together—under an hour, in fact. Thanksgiving stuffing is a classic dish—simple and easy to make. And there's honestly nothing yummier than a big pile of it drizzled with gravy.

Get the recipe for Fresh Herb Stuffing.

Creamy corn pudding is a traditional Southern Thanksgiving side — as well as an anytime dish — from all over the South, but especially Appalachia. A casserole that's similar to bread pudding, it's a simple, hearty dish that easily rounds out a meal, or adds to the fare at a potluck.

Get the recipe for Nana’s Famous Corn Pudding.

There's a new starchy side in town, and it's ready to get level up your Thanksgiving menu.

Get the recipe for Ham-and-Leek Baked Gnocchi.

We think you might just trick your children into eating their vegetables this Thanksgiving with our broccoli and cauliflower gratin. Isn't that something to be thankful for?

Get the recipe for Broccoli and Cauliflower Gratin.

Polenta is made even more delicious here with a combination of three different kinds of cheese, including plenty of tangy blue Gorgonzola.

Get the recipe for Gorgonzola Baked Polenta.

Pop this delicious dish in the oven for the perfect lazy brunch!

Get the recipe for Ham and Cheese Breakfast Bake.

These super simple pantry upgrades will have folks begging for the recipe.

Get the recipe for Ritzy Ranch Mac ’n’ Cheese.

With creamy chicken and green beans topped with iconic cheese crackers, this dish is a nostalgic nod to Nanas everywhere.

Get the recipe for Green Bean-and-Barley Chicken Casserole.

These savory Sausage and Apple Pies are a fun twist on the classic chicken recipe and make a fun alternative for Thanksgiving!

Get the recipe for Sausage and Apple Pies.

For a richer, more delicious stuffing, add some Chesapeake Bay flair.

Get the recipe for Oyster Stuffing with Bacon-Scallion Cream Sauce.

Give your Thanksgiving yams a kick. They just might be a new family favorite!

Get the recipe for Bourbon Yams.