Can you freeze Thanksgiving casserole?

Assemble the casserole following recipe directions, but leave off the topping if it has one. Instead of baking, wrap well and freeze . To bake, you can either thaw the casserole overnight in the fridge or bake it while it's still frozen.

What is in casserole dish?

In the United States, a casserole or hot dish is typically a baked food with three main components: pieces of meat (such as chicken or ground meat) or fish (such as tuna) or other protein (such as beans or tofu), various chopped or canned vegetables (such as green beans or peas), and a starchy binder (such as flour, ...

What to do 2 days before Thanksgiving?

2 Days Before: Assemble casseroles . Sweet potato or green bean casseroles can be stored uncooked in the fridge and baked on Thanksgiving. Bake rolls and breads. Make pie crust or thaw your pie crust; bake pumpkin pies.

How far in advance can I make Thanksgiving sides?

Whether your family demands green bean casserole or scalloped potatoes alongside their turkey, these dishes can be prepped and assembled two whole days before the big event . Make sure to cover and refrigerate them, then stick the dish in the hot oven once you've taken the turkey out to rest.

Is it better to freeze casseroles cooked or uncooked?

The answer depends on what's in it. Casseroles with raw protein (meat, poultry, seafood) should be completely cooked before freezing . However dishes with pre-cooked meats or no meat are fine to go in the freezer uncooked.

What Thanksgiving food can be made ahead and frozen?

Cake layers; pie crusts; whole raw assembled fruit pies; fully baked pumpkin, sweet potato, or pecan pies; cookies and bars; and sweet bread will all do fine for six weeks in the freezer. Bake or refresh straight from frozen for pies, thaw prepared pie crust discs overnight in the fridge before rolling.

Do casseroles with potatoes freeze well?

Absolutely! Most casseroles freeze beautifully , and will last three to six months in the freezer. Beyond six months, the quality of the casserole might decrease, and frost might develop, but it will still be safe to consume.

What to bring to Thanksgiving when they say don t bring anything?

Ideas for Host Gifts They'll Love On Trent's list of treats she loves to give and receive: a favorite room spray with a cute ribbon, a simple candle with a sweet note, or a single flower in a keepsake bud vase . "This is always cute, because it's meant just for the host," she says of the individual bloom.

What is the oldest known casserole?

Macaroni and cheese is the oldest written casserole recipe found in 1250.

What are 5 components of a casserole?

Let's talk anatomy: A standard dinner casserole usually includes a protein, a starch, a vegetable, a sauce (or other binding ingredient), and cheese . But making a casserole is not an exact science, and you can definitely break away from this formula. Check out some fun side-dish casseroles and desserts below!

What do you normally do the night before Thanksgiving?

The day before Thanksgiving means travel, traffic — and, for many families, takeout. Cooking another meal the night before the impending feast isn't high on many of our priority lists, which explains why the Wednesday before Thanksgiving is one of the biggest pizza nights of the year across the country.

What can I do the Tuesday before Thanksgiving?

The Tuesday before Thanksgiving you can begin making food and chilling it in your fridge . Use today to make cranberry sauce and pie crusts, and prep the ingredients for stuffing and casseroles.

Thanksgiving Casserole Recipes (2024)

Published: Nov 23, 2020 · Modified: Nov 17, 2023 by Kathy · This post may contain affiliate links

Thanksgiving dinner is filled with delicious dishes. Thanksgiving Casserole Recipes are perfect to add to your Thanksgiving spread.

Are you hosting Thanksgiving dinner this year? Or are you tasked with bringing a dish? Thanksgiving casseroles are perfect for a formal sit-down dinner and a casual potluck.

Many of these casseroles can be made ahead of time and kept hot or reheated just before dinner.

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Tips for a successful Thanksgiving Dinner

Make ahead Thanksgiving tips

Thanksgiving Casserole Recipes

Tips for a successful Thanksgiving Dinner

A successful Thanksgiving dinner always begins with planning.
- Write down your menu
- Plan a shopping list
- Determine which items you can make ahead of time
- Plan for extra storage
- Examine your tableware - plates, silverware, glasses, linens, and serving dishes.
  - Plan out each serving dish. Label each dish with the contents that will fill the dish at serving time. This helps make certain you have enough dishes and it allows others to help out at the last minute.
- Write out a timeline for cooking your meal on Thanksgiving Day.
Allow others to help
- Assign your guest to bring side dishes or desserts
- Assign tasks in the kitchen prior to serving
- Allow help with cleanup
Take time to enjoy
- Enjoy the conversation, your family and friends, and the food!
- Don't stress and if things don't go quite as planned, it's okay!

Make ahead Thanksgiving tips

Make any dishes that can be made ahead of time
Peel and slice potatoes, cover potatoes in water
Cut up any vegetables, onions, and garlic for your recipes
Prep your turkey - make certain your bird is fully thawed. Remove the package of organs from the cavity of your turkey. Check both ends and make certain there's nothing extra under the flap of skin around the neck. Rinse and dry the bird and store covered with plastic wrap on a baking sheet in the refrigerator. Do not stuff your turkey with stuffing until just before placing it in the oven. Your stuffing should be fully cooled when stuffing your bird. Many people also cook their stuffing separately.
Make a turkey broth with neck, gizzard, heart and other organs included in the turkey package. This is often used for basting your turkey, making your stuffing extra moist and adding to the gravy.

Thanksgiving Casserole Recipes

Any recipe can be served for Thanksgiving. Below are a few casseroles you might enjoy.

Have a wonderful Thanksgiving full of family, friends, and good food!

Twice Baked Potato Casserole

Creamy mashed potatoes made from baked potatoes, cheese and bacon.

Check out this recipe

Broccoli Gratin

A delicious broccoli casserole with a creamy sauce and a crunchy topping.

Check out this recipe

Sweet Potato Gratin

Sweet Potato Casserole made with cream and topped with Parmesan Cheese.

Check out this recipe

Old Fashioned Mac and Cheese

A delicious creamy baked macaroni and cheese with a crispy topping.

Check out this recipe

Mandoline Potatoes

Crispy potatoes sliced and topped with fresh thyme and rosemary.

Check out this recipe

More Holidays

Cranberry Walnut Bread
Orange Glazed Ham
Broccoli Gratin
Lemon Roasted Chicken

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Valentina says
November 24, 2020 at 7:51 pm
What a delicious Thanksgiving feast! That cake is AMAZING. I need a bundt pan with that design! Wishing you and your family and happy and delicious holiday. 🙂 ~Valentina
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Dawn - Girl Heart Food says
November 23, 2020 at 8:23 am
Such a great collection of recipes, Kathy! Thanks so much for the shout out!! And lots of great tips. I particularly like the tip about writing down the timeline. I bet that would definitely help in keeping things organized! Pinned 🙂 Have a wonderful week!
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David @ Spiced says
November 23, 2020 at 3:56 am
What a great collection of recipes, Kathy! We are making a Thanksgiving meal here this year - just not as big as normal. We often make many of the same family recipes (tradition and all), but I'm also down to discover some new ideas, too. Happy Thanksgiving, my friend!
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Valentina says
November 26, 2019 at 11:59 pm
Fabulous collection of Thanksgiving recipes. So many super delicious choices! I hope you have a very Happy Thanksgiving! 🙂 ~Valentina
See Also
Vegan nut roast recipe | Jamie Oliver vegan recipes
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- Kathy says
  November 27, 2019 at 3:12 pm
  You too, Valentina!!!
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David @ Spiced says
November 22, 2019 at 4:19 am
Wow, this is an excellent collection of Thanksgiving recipes and tips, Kathy! As you noted in the post, the most important thing is to stop and enjoy time with friends and family. Who cares if dinner is served 30 minutes late, or if you run out of pecan pie? (Wait. On 2nd thought, just make two pecan pies!) Hope you and your family have a wonderful Thanksgiving holiday, my friend! 🙂
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- Kathy says
  November 25, 2019 at 8:58 am
  Happy Thanksgiving to you too!
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Natalie says
November 21, 2019 at 6:33 am
Oh wow.. What a lovely collection. Everything looks so delicious. Thank you for making my life a bit easier. I will definitely make something from this list this Thanksgiving.
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- Kathy says
  November 25, 2019 at 8:58 am
  Thanks, Natalie! Happy Thanksgiving!
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Dawn - Girl Heart Food says
November 21, 2019 at 5:39 am
We've had our Thanksgiving here in Canada already, so this would be perfect for Christmas! So many yummy eats that would make the meal special . Thanks so much for including my whipped sweet potatoes and Happy Thanksgiving to ya 🙂
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David @ Spiced says
November 28, 2016 at 9:26 am
So I might have missed this post before Thanksgiving, but that's ok...because Thanksgiving food is fair game around here throughout the holidays! These look like some delicious classics, and I definitely need to give them a shot soon. 🙂
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Anu - My Ginger Garlic Kitchen says
November 23, 2016 at 7:31 am
What a wonderful collection of Thanksgiving recipes. Mmm I could eat them all of them in one meal!
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- Kathy says
  November 25, 2016 at 5:26 am
  Yep....we did...and more! 🙂
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Mary Ann | The Beach House Kitchen says
November 23, 2016 at 4:57 am
They all look wonderful Kathy! Hope you have a fabulous Thanksgiving with your family!
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- Kathy says
  November 25, 2016 at 5:26 am
  Happy Thanksgiving to you too!
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mira says
November 22, 2016 at 9:42 pm
Wonderful menu! Have a great holiday!
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- Kathy says
  November 25, 2016 at 5:26 am
  Thanks, Mira!
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Gingi Freeman says
November 22, 2016 at 9:05 pm
That cranberry sauce looks out of this world! I usually just go for the can.. gonna have to give this a try!!! - http://www.domesticgeekgirl.com
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- Kathy says
  November 25, 2016 at 5:26 am
  The cranberry sauce is amazing! And it's super easy to make 🙂
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Kate @ Framed Cooks says
November 22, 2016 at 10:18 am
Oh gosh, that cranberry sauce! I'm pinning that one. Happy Thanksgiving!
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Sues says
November 22, 2016 at 7:25 am
I am all about those cranberry nut bars! Perfect for Thanksgiving or any day at all! Hope you have a wonderful holiday 🙂
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Thanksgiving Casserole Recipes (2024)

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Thanksgiving Casserole Recipes

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