12 Retro Casseroles That Were on Every Dinner Table in the ’70s
If you grew up in the ’70s, these casseroles probably look very familiar. Filled with cozy flavors, simple ingredients, and plenty of nostalgia, these dishes were staples on dinner tables everywhere. They’re comforting, budget-friendly, and surprisingly perfect for today’s busy schedules. Whether you’re feeling nostalgic or discovering them for the first time, these retro casseroles still know how to deliver.
Best Tuna Casserole
Best Tuna Casserole is a true classic! The easiest tuna casserole recipe around! Full of tuna, noodles, cheese, peas, a creamy sauce and topped with more cheese and crunchy potato chips!
Classic Corn Casserole
Corn Casserole is a classic holiday recipe that also doubles as an easy weeknight side dish! A buttery cornbread crust is baked atop a soft, sweet, savory corn casserole. This recipe uses pantry staples and comes together in no time!
Old Fashioned Sweet Potato Casserole
This old fashioned sweet potato casserole recipe is the perfect side dish at any dinner! Creamy sweet potatoes topped with fluffy, toasted marshmallow topping and crunchy toasted pecans.
Easy Broccoli Cheese Casserole with Ritz Crackers
Broccoli Cheese Casserole with Ritz Crackers is the ultimate comfort food—classic, simple, and always a hit! It’s as easy to prepare as it is delicious, perfect for a busy weeknight or even a holiday spread. Trust me, this one’s going to be a family favorite!
Beanie Weenie Casserole
Beanie Weenie Casserole switches up the classic comfort food into an easy casserole. Tender hot dogs mixed with smoky beans and topped with a crispy tater tot topping makes for a budget friendly dish the whole family will love.
Classic Broccoli Casserole
Classic Broccoli Casserole is a comfort food staple! A perfect holiday side dish for any occasion made with fresh or frozen broccoli and topped with cheesy breadcrumbs!
Sweet Onion Casserole
The spotlight is on onions in this classic 1015 Casserole! Paired with simple ingredients and easy to make ahead of time, it’s the perfect dish for a weeknight side or potluck.
Campbell’s Green Bean Casserole
Campbell’s green bean casserole is a classic recipe that takes minimal prep work, is ready in a snap, and tastes delicious. This casserole is packed with green beans and a creamy sauce, perfect for the holidays, and then topped with crispy French fried onions. Plus, it only uses a handful of ingredients.
Old Fashioned Easy Squash Casserole
This Easy Squash Casserole recipe is an old fashioned Southern classic casserole made with yellow squash, cheese, mayonnaise, and sour cream. Topped with crushed butter crackers, it’s a 10-ingredient recipe that’s guaranteed to be delicious.
Pineapple Casserole Recipe
This Pineapple Casserole recipe has a filling of canned pineapple and cheddar cheese that’s topped with buttery crushed crackers and baked until golden brown. It’s a classic Southern recipe my family grew up with and is perfect for a weeknight dinner or your holiday table.
Johnny Marzetti Casserole Recipe
This Johnny Marzetti Casserole recipe is a classic pasta casserole that’s so easy to make in under an hour. With affordable ingredients, it’s a nostalgic dinner that’s great for feeding a crowd any day of the week.
Chicken Stuffing Casserole
Chicken stuffing casserole is an easy, delicious twist on a classic flavor combination. Tender chicken breasts, stuffing mix, and a rich, creamy, and cheesy sauce come together to create a hearty, delicious casserole that feeds an entire family or hungry potluck attendees.
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