Caitlin Bensel; Food Stylist: Torie Cox

The convenience of casseroles will never be lost on us.

We rounded up our favorite 8x8 side dishes to simplify your weekly dinner plans.

Looking for a healthier alternative to your kid’s favorite mac and cheese?

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These recipes won’t disappoint.

Add in cooked sausage, ham cubes, cheese, or corn for a heartier dish.

If frozen, let the casserole thaw completely before adding the topping.

Southern Living Cabbage Casserole in the dish to serve with a serving scooped out

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Pop the dish in the oven just before guests to arrive.

Adding the grits to the pot slowly while stirring is key to the dish’s creaminess and no lumps.

Instead of individual ramekins, you could make this in your 8x8 casserole dish.

Buttermilk Spoon Bread

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It’s hard to resist the flakey,buttery cracker toppingwith the creamy cheese and squash mixture.

This savory and satisfying recipe requires only affordable and readily available ingredients.

The unique flavors are enough to impress even the choosiest casserole connoisseur.

Southern Living Shoepeg Corn Casserole in the dish ready to serve

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This is a great weeknight casserole option.

It makes a statement at any potluck supper, too.

Asparagus Gratin

This decadent casserole dresses up spring’s favorite veggie.

Mini Cheese Grits Casseroles

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You’ll want to add this cheesy casserole to your Easter sideboard.

Just know that making extra is probably your best option.

Swap half of the potatoes for sliced rutabaga and heavy cream for milk.

Southern Living Old School Squash Casserole with a serving scooped out onto a plate with a fork

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Skillet Squash Blossom

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Don’t let the short ingredient list fool you.

This is one incredibly flavorfuland beautifulside dish.

Twice Baked Potato Casserole

This casserole is comfort in a 2-quart dish.

Southern Living Pineapple Casserole serving on a plate

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Serve it alongside your favorite soup or protein for a filling meal.

Let the dish come to room temperature before popping it in the oven.

Hahsbrown Csserole

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Macaroni Corn Casserole

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Easy Cauliflower Casserole

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Asparagus Gratin

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Southern Living Potato-and-Rutabaga Gratin Recipe in baking dish

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Skillet Squash Blossom

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