Caitlin Bensel; Food Stylist: Torie Cox
Every family has their recipes.
And when you do find thosefamily-favorite recipes, preparing meals can be so much more enjoyable.
We were on the hunt to highlight recipes that deliver all smiles and no (or very few!)
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complaints, so we decided to start with a dish that serves a crowd.
Twice-Baked Potato Casserole
Comfort food at its most rich and satisfying.
This recipe allows you to dig into the creamy, cheesiness of loaded baked potato in a casserole form.
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Reviewers loved this recipe, with one noting: “This was a hit for my brunch.
Creamy, tasty and everyone loved it.
I added garlic to it as we like garlic mashed potatoes.
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This is now a family favorite and a go to when having a group!”
Chicken Tamale Pie
Chicken tamale pie takes traditional tamales and adds a Southern twist.
One reviewer said:“This was absolutely delicious.
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Ive never made cornbread before…
I added the cumin like others because I love it.
Definitely will make it again.”
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One reviewer shared:“My family absolutely raves about this casserole.
I didnt change a thing.
It does take a bit of time to make, but worth every single minute.
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The most delicious baked mac & cheese Ive had with bacon!”
This recipe, which can conveniently made ahead, is ooey, gooey.
and extra cheesy thanks to the three varieties of cheeses used.
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Party Potatoes
Truth is, it’s no party in the South without Party Potatoes.
The flavor can’t be matched, and one reviewer shared:“Extremely tasty!
The few leftovers we had reheated well, too–the croissants didn’t get too soggy.”
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Cornbread Casserole
Sometimes simple can be the very best.
Plus, this extra easy recipe can be made for any occasion.
One reviewer raved:“Simple ingredients for a wonderful and satisfying dish.”
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If the answer is yes, then do not wait any longer to make this creamy, cheesy casserole.
This surprising dish will delight family members of all ages.
One reviewer said:“So easy and so delicious!
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This recipe will definitely be a go to staple in our house on busy nights.”
One reviewer raved:“Delicious!
This will definitely be included as a new favorite!”
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Chicken Parmesan Casserole
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Is chicken parmesan a family-favorite?
Whole family loved it,“says one reviewer.
Beefy Nacho Casserole
Prepare to bring the most popular dish to the potluck.
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Cheese, crunchy tortilla chips, and ground beef are the key ingredients that make this casserole truly extraordinary.
One happy reviewer noted:“This was amazing!!
I will definitely make this again.
My whole family loved it.
I used crushed salsa tomatoes instead of salsa.”
What makes it so good?
The layers of sauce, spinach, cheese, and chicken elevate this recipe from ordinary to extraordinary.
It is delicious!”
