Grandpa's Favorite Christmas Casseroles

Stuffed Ham-and-Cheese Croissant Casserole
Photo: Jennifer Causey; Food Stylist: Emily Nabors Hall; Prop Stylist: Missie Neville Crawford

'Tis the season for making memories with family and friends. When it comes to the holidays, we love sharing new dishes, but love revisiting all-time favorites, which means taking everyone's requests into account. Grandma has her favorite Christmas casseroles—but Grandpa does too. So as you plan your menu for all the celebrations, consider some of our best dishes that include comforting creamy casseroles and ooey, gooey breakfast dishes. The trick to plotting for the ultimate menu is to prepare something for everyone: the old, the new, the sweet, and the savory. Not only will Grandpa be pleased, the whole family will be filled with joy.

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Sausage And Egg Casserole

Sausage and Egg Casserole
Caitlin Bensel; Food Styling: Torie Cox

Rise and shine on Christmas morning with a casserole that's filled with all of our breakfast favorites.

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French Onion Soup Casserole

French Onion Soup Casserole
Photo: Jennifer Causey; Prop Styling: Christine Keely; Food Styling: Torie Cox

Skip the soup course and delight guests with a casserole that brings the comfort of French onion soup in a rich and savory casserole.

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Old-School Squash Casserole

Southern Living Old School Squash Casserole in the dish after baking ready to serve

Fred Hardy II; Food Stylist: Emily Nabors Hall; Prop Stylist: Christina Brockman

Whatever the occasion, this is the casserole everyone in the family expects to see.

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Cabbage Casserole

Cabbage Casserole in a white casserole dish
Will Dickey

Cabbage? Yes, trust Grandpa on this one. This is the dish no one realized they would be requesting every single holiday. A scoop of this old-fashioned favorite will make every family member extra grateful.

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Pancake Casserole

Pancake Casserole
Caitlin Bensel

Think ahead to the joys of Christmas morning, and how having a breakfast ready to go will be a welcome idea for everyone in the family. Rather than flipping pancakes, serve a company-worthy casserole that'll do the trick.

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Oven-Baked Buttermilk French Toast

Oven-Baked Buttermilk French Toast
Victor Protasio; Prop Styling: Heather Chadduck Hillegas; Food Styling: Emily Nabors Hall

After gift opening, bring the family around the table to dig into this tasty casserole that features French toast soaked in buttermilk. There's no better way to start the holiday.

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Biscuits-And-Gravy Casserole

Biscuits-and-Gravy Casserole
Alison Miksch, Prop Styling: Sarah Elizabeth Cleveland, Food Styling: Melissa Gray

Give Grandpa an extra comforting treat for lunch with a recipe made with biscuits and gravy, two of his very favorite things.

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Old-Fashioned Chicken Pot Pie

Old-Fashioned Chicken Pot Pie

Stacy K. Allen, Food Stylist: Torie Cox, Prop Stylist: Shell Royster

Yes, chicken can make a holiday appearance – especially when it's the star of this warm and comforting pot pie casserole.

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Tennessee Onions

Southern Living Tennessee Onions in the dish ready to serve

Caitlin Bensel; Food Stylist: Torie Cox

Destined to be the star of the holidays, Tennessee Onions is easy, cheesy, and a crowd-pleaser. This onion casserole is made with a handful of simple ingredients and will be the perfect addition to the menu.

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Pineapple Casserole

Pineapple Casserole in a square casserole pan
Photographer: Jen Causey, Prop Stylist: Josh Hoggle,Food Stylist: Ruth Blackburn

Ever wonder why there's never any leftover Pineapple casserole? The simple recipe, that starts with a can of pineapple chunks, will be one of the most memorable holiday dishes.

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Old-Fashioned Apple And Cheese Casserole

Old-Fashioned Apple And Cheese Casserole
Caitlin Bensel; Food Styling: Torie Cox

Warm apple and cheese casserole is exactly what the holiday season calls for. You won't be able to resist its crunchy cracker topping and layer of gooey Cheddar atop glazed apples.

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Tee's Corn Pudding

Tee's Corn Pudding

EMILY LAURAE/SOUTHERN LIVING

Time to bring back a classic. Enter Tee's Pudding. The best part (besides its rich and creamy flavor) is how a busy cook can bring this eight ingredient dish together in no time.

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Old-School Green Bean Casserole

Old School Green Bean Casserole
VICTOR PROTASIO; PROP STYLING: GINNY BRANCH STELLING; FOOD STYLING: EMILY NABORS HALL

Old-school casseroles always have a place on tables – especially when it involves green beans. There have been so many variations of this casserole over the years, but the truth is there is no beating the classic.

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Slow-Cooker Cinnamon Roll Casserole

Crock Pot Cinnamon Roll Casserole
Caitlin Bensel

The entire family with rise and shine even more grateful from the glorious scent of this ooey, gooey cinnamon casserole simmering in the slow cooker.

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Cheesy Sausage-And-Croissant Casserole

ALISON MIKSCH

Santa may stay for breakfast if this casserole is coming out of the oven. Rich, delicious, and satisfying. Hot ground sausage, flaky croissants, and Parmesan and Gruyère cheeses will put smiles on everyone in the family.

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Tater Tot Breakfast Casserole

Tater Tot Breakfast Casserole in a casserole dish and a scoop on a blue plate
Photographer: Jen Causey, Prop Stylist: Christine Keely, Food Stylist: Ana Kelly

We have three words to win everyone over: Tater tot casserole. Kids and adults will devour this comforting breakfast that includes crispy potatoes, eggs, cheese, and bacon.

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Stuffed Ham-And-Cheese Croissant Casserole

Stuffed Ham-and-Cheese Croissant Casserole
Jennifer Causey; Food Stylist: Emily Nabors Hall; Prop Stylist: Missie Neville Crawford

For anyone who loves the classic ham and cheese, please set your sights on this warm and delicious recipe that turns the sandwich into a crowd-pleasing casserole.

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Extra Easy Lasagna

Extra Easy Lasagna
Caitlin Bensel; Food Styling: Torie Cox

Let's include lasagna on every menu. Ground beef, canned tomatoes, and no-boil noodles make this recipe easier – without sacrificing flavor.

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Cinnamon Roll Casserole

Cinnamon Roll Casserole
Antonis Achilleos

With just 15 minutes of prep time, this sweet breakfast combines all that we love in the delightful morning treat in a warm and satisfying casserole.

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Million Dollar Spaghetti

Southern Living Million Dollar Spaghetti in the dish to serve

Caitlin Bensel; Food Stylist: Torie Cox

This combines a spaghetti dinner and classic lasagna into one casserole that will please everyone at the table. A layer of ricotta cheese adds creaminess to this cheesy bake.

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