It's time to pull out your 9x13.
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If you're looking for a hearty taste of the past (sometimes with an excellent name and backstory to boot), you'll get it in one of these retro casserole recipes. Grab your trusty 9x13 baking dish because it's time to find a new favorite. You'll find something you love, from tater tot hot dish and strawberry sonker to Tennessee onions and walking tacos. Don't forget to read the helpful tips and tricks from our editors and contributors along the way!
Johnny Marzetti Casserole
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"I contend that macaroni is the pasta for Johnny Marzetti. Egg noodles are also traditional, but macaroni creates a superior framework to hold the sauce and beef together." —Sara Bir, Former Senior Editor
Tennessee Onions
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"Swap the cheeses out with others like Muenster, fontina, and Monterey Jack cheese." —Marianne Williams, Recipe Developer
Strawberry Sonker
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"These are the desserts my grandmother made most often. She never thought of herself as a baker, but in the South, a meal isn’t complete without something sweet. So she often whipped up cobblers using whatever fruit was in season (or in her freezer)." —Meg Scott, Senior Editor
Upside Down Chili Pie
Simply Recipes / Mihaela Kozaric Sebrek
Get Recipe: The 4-Ingredient Retro Dinner I Can't Stop Making
"When I was thumbing through a vintage book recently, I noticed a picture of fluffy cornbread layered over a heaping spread of chili. I exclaimed to myself 'That makes so much sense!' This retro upside-down chili pie takes the classic pairing and turns it into a fun dish." — Malina Syvoravong, Recipe Developer
Potato Kugel
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"I like to soak my grated potatoes in ice-cold water to remove any excess starches, then wring or squeeze out the liquid. This prevents a gummy kugel." —Micah Siva, Recipe Developer
Tater Tot Hotdish
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Get Recipe: Classic Tater Tot Hotdish
"Exchange cream of mushroom soup for cream of chicken, celery, or even tomato soup." —Devan Grimsrud, Recipe Developer
Do Nothing Cake
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Get Recipe: The Easy Retro Cake Anyone Can Make
"I have a few go-to cookie and brownie recipes, but I rarely dabble in cakes. But when I came across a 1940s-era recipe for something called “Do Nothing Cake,” I was intrigued. It sounded like something I could probably handle, and the combined flavors of coconut, pineapple, and pecans were a perfect fit for me." —Stephanie A Ganz, Recipe Developer
Denver Omelette Hashbrown Casserole
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"This is a great way to use up some leftover ham, so bust it out for a special breakfast the day after a big holiday meal–or make it on a weeknight since it’s easy and so, so satisfying." —Jasmine Smith, Recipe Developer
Walking Taco Casserole
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"Walking taco casserole has all the components of a walking taco from the bag served in a casserole dish for convenience. It's easily adaptable so you can enjoy it with your favorite toppings." —Karishma Pradhan, Recipe Developer
Baked Ziti
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"Ziti is a pretty common pasta shape in most areas, but you can substitute penne pasta if you can't find it. You want a substantial short pasta shape with places to hold the sauce and meat." —Elise Bauer, Founder
Chocolate Pudding Cake
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"The 1950s recipe comes together in just a few simple steps, and you won’t have to wait long for that first bite after pulling the warm cake out of the oven. It’s a cross between a soft brownie and a bowl of chocolate pudding, with each layer bringing plenty of chocolate flavor to the table." —Molly Allen, Recipe Developer
Shipwreck Casserole
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"Almost every version of shipwreck casserole I’ve seen includes some sort of potato, most often lots of raw potatoes that are peeled and sliced very thinly. In my recipe, frozen hash browns make it quicker and easier. Plus, the hash browns get incredibly crispy on the bottom and top of the casserole." —Nick Evans, Recipe Developer
Easy Chicken Cobbler
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Get Recipe: This Super Easy Chicken Cobbler Requires Almost No Prep
"Rather than cooking chicken from scratch, you can use whatever leftover cooked chicken you have on hand (white or dark meat or a mix is all fine!), or grab a rotisserie chicken and shred it up." —Afton Cyrus, Contributor
Cheesy Potato Casserole
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"While I like making my own sauce for this casserole, I prefer using frozen hash browns over fresh. They are a consistent product and easy to use. Plus, frozen hash browns are par-cooked so there is little risk that you will end up with uncooked potato in the center of your casserole." —Nick Evans, Recipe Developer
Tamale Pie
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"Eliminate the raisins if you're not a fan of them or don’t want the sweetness." —Elise Bauer, Founder
Peach and Raspberry Pandowdy
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"This is the kind of dessert I make all summer as the berries and stone fruit roll in, and I am helpless to resist buying pint after pint and quart after quart. If you’ve got fruit to spare or just want to make an impressively delicious but easy summer dessert, look no further." —Laurel Randolph, Associate Editorial Director
Chicken Tetrazzini Casserole
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"Chicken Tetrazzini might be one of the most underrated casseroles out there. The first time I had it, I was peeved that it had taken me decades to discover its deliciousness. I quickly set out to master the retro recipe in my own kitchen." —Nick Evans, Recipe Developer
Twice Baked Potato Casserole
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"To get more veggies in, add blanched spinach, sautéed peppers, mushrooms, roasted garlic, or broccoli florets to the mix." —Brianne Ross, Recipe Developer
Turkey Noodle Casserole
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"You can make this turkey casserole in advance and store it in the fridge right in the ceramic or metal casserole dish to go directly from the refrigerator to the oven." —Elise Bauer, Founder
Easy Shepherd's Pie
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"If you want to switch the recipe up, sprinkle grated cheddar cheese over the top of the mashed potatoes before baking." —Elise Bauer, Founder
Apple Bread Pudding
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"This recipe is great for prepping ahead of time. You can assemble the bread pudding completely, cover the casserole dish with plastic wrap, and place it in the refrigerator overnight. Make the sauce and store it separately in the refrigerator." —Hannah Zimmerman, Recipe Developer
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