you’re able to’t go wrong with these crowd-pleasing lasagnas, classic chicken bakes, and melty mac-and-cheeses.
It really is that good.
you might pick up pulled pork from a local BBQ joint or the grocery store for ultimate ease.

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Plus, it sneaks vegetables into the meal in a tasty way.
Fresh mozzarella and basil top off your 9x13 dish.
Best-Ever Macaroni and Cheese
You won’t find a more melty or creamy macaroni-and-cheese than this recipe.

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Cubes of Cheddar cheese melt as the pasta bakes, creating pockets of gooey goodness in every bite.
Sloppy Joe Casserole
The childhood classic is back with a delicious modern vengeance.
This pasta bake version showcases the sweet-savory blend of sauce and ground beef that everyone loves.

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Even better, it all comes together in half an hour.
Chicken and bacon offer protein-packed nutrition, and ranch seasoning is the ideal complementary touch.
Bring this to the potluck for instant success.

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This new take on tuna casserole is topped with panko and potato chips.
Greek Baked Ziti
This Greek-inspired baked ziti packs your 9x13 pan with fresh and flavorful ingredients.
Lemon juice adds the perfect punch of flavor to the sauce.

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What’s not to love?
Baked Ziti with Sausage
The secret is in the sauce with this dishliterally.
Thanks to the size, everyone gets a hearty helping.

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Creamy Chicken Alfredo Casserole
Everyone’s favorite restaurant pasta easily become a home-friendly casserole.
This recipe uses rotisserie chicken for extra ease.
Leftover Turkey Casserole
There’s no better way to use up leftovers than with this casserole.

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Heavenly Chicken Lasagna
This recipe makes a great case for skipping the ground beef and tomato sauce.
This no-frills (but totally delicious) lasagna recipe is about as dependable as it gets.
Then, we topped it with a buttery, crunchy mixture of crackers and chopped pecans.

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