This classic ingredient makes for our creamiest dishes yet.

We always see to it to have a can or two on hand,just like Mama did.

This old-school ingredient has long been a staple in our coziest, creamiest recipes, especiallyclassic casseroles.

Southern Living Ham and Noodle Casserole

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Youll be hard-pressed to find many versions without cream of mushroom soup.

Here are our best recipes with cream of mushroom soup.

Swap out this recipe’s cream of chicken soup for cream of mushroom to make it vegetarian.

Chicken Pot Pie Casserole

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This super comforting casserole is just what a chilly night calls for.

Cheesy Skillet-Baked Pork Chops

Jazz up yourpork chopswith a creamy, cheesy topping.

Party Potatoes

Why should a dish so good be saved for funerals?

Hashbrown Casserole

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Leftover Turkey Casserole

Use yesterday’s turkey dinner to make supper tonight that’s even better.

This rich, creamy dinner will outdo the night before.

If you’re out of turkey, swap inrotisserie chicken.

Chicken Spaghetti Casserole

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Herbed stuffing helps soak up the flavorful cream of mushroom soup mixture.

Serve it with warm rolls to soak up the sauce.

Prepare Italian Casserole a day in advance for dinner in a pinch.

Southern Living Chicken and Wild Rice Casserole with a serving scooped out onto a teal plate

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All you’ll need to add is aside saladand bread.

Add fat-free cream of mushroom soup to your grocery list for this recipe.

Why not try them all?

Southern Living Cheesy Skillet-Baked Pork Chops in skillet with a serving out on a plate beside

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This skillet version takes advantage of rotisserie chicken and will be ready in just 35 minutes.

Use cream of shrimp or cream of mushroom for the best flavor and texture.

Serve it fresh out of the oven or freeze it unbaked for up to a month.

Party Potatoes

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Classic Green Bean Casserole

Classic Green Bean Casserole is an essential part of everyholiday spread.

You wouldn’t want to have anything less than the full effect for this delish dish.

Comforting, restaurant-worthy supper has never been snappier.

Leftover Turkey Casserole

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Easy Cauliflower Casserole

This casserole is easy to customize to your family’s tastes.

In addition to cream of mushroom soup, chive-and-onioncream cheeseelevates the sauce into a whole new level of deliciousness.

Southern Living Summer Squash Casserole in the dish ready to serve

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King Ranch Chicken Casserole

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Southern Living Italian Casserole

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Light King Ranch Chicken Casserole

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Quick King Ranch Chicken Skillet

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Cajun Shrimp Casserole in white baking dish - Southern Living

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Chicken Casserole D’Iberville

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Classic Green Bean Casserole - Southern Living

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Chicken Tetrazzini

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Chicken Soups King Ranch Chicken Soup

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Easy Cauliflower Casserole

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Southern Living No Peek Chicken on a plate to serve

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Southern Living Poppy Seed Chicken in a bowl to serve

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