19 low casserole recipes

Simple and perfectly matched flavors that let the potato shine through brightly.

A colorful vegetarian casserole that is perfect for dinner outside in the summer heat.

This Indian dish is made with several kinds of spices, mustard greens, cauliflower and chickpeas; it's baked with basmati rice, topped with golden raisins and cashews. You can serve it as a side dish or a tasty main dish.

Very simple fat-free ad-hoc cabbage in a tomato sauce.

Classic French ratatouille with eggplant, zucchini, peppers, tomatoes and fresh herbs. A vegan Provençal stew that freezes beautifully in meal-sized portions.

Sweet corn kernels brighten up this lighter lasagna layered with ricotta and part-skim mozzarella for a vegetarian dinner that won't weigh you down.

This is a quick and easy version of a French classic. It has been altered to use no flour and no sugar.

A simple slow cooker recipe for a beef casserole made with mushrooms, veal stock and mixed herbs.

Add some sunshine to your dinner with this scrumptious casserole made with lima beans, chickpeas and red wine.

Hot dogs stuffed with melty American cheese, layered over sweet and tangy baked beans, and topped with crispy bacon. Bake it or slow cook it. This cheesy franks and beans casserole is backyard cookout comfort in a dish.

Old-fashioned chicken spaghetti casserole made from scratch with a whole stewing hen, creamy mushroom roux, hard-boiled eggs, and melted cheddar. Makes two casseroles so you can freeze one for later.

Crockpot lima bean casserole with cream of celery soup, mushrooms, pimentos, and dill, finished with cream and grated Parmesan. Hearty, hands-off vintage comfort food.

Vegan barley mushroom casserole simmered low and slow with onions, sliced mushrooms, and vegetable broth. Naturally low-fat, high-fiber, and packed with savory umami depth.

Baked rice and beans casserole with cheddar cheese, cottage cheese, yogurt, and shredded carrots. A low-calorie vegetarian one-dish meal with a bubbly cheese top.

Lentil rice casserole baked with canned tomatoes, dill, and a bread crumb crust. A hearty, low-fat vegan bake with pantry staples and no added oil.

Turkey casserole baked in a mashed potato shell with mixed vegetables, cream of mushroom soup, and melted cheddar. A low-fat way to use leftover turkey.