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How to Make a Casserole: Mastering Casserole Recipes

By: Natalie Taylor, Editor, AllFreeCasseroleRecipes.com
Easy Ground Beef Stroganoff Casserole
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In a perfect world, every casserole would be an easy remedy for the mealtime blues. But sometimes, even the best recipes don't turn out the way you had hoped they would. However, with a few extra tips and tricks, you will be able to master any casserole recipe! We have created this guide, How to Make a Casserole: Mastering Casserole Recipes, to help you make the best meal possible. Our guide will teach you everything from the ideal balance of a casserole, to how to avoid a bland casserole, and much, much more.
We've also included some easy casserole recipes to try once you've learned all the tips and tricks. So whether you have been making casseroles for years or you've just attempted your first one, this guide will teach you something new. Peruse our guide and become a casserole master! No matter what kind of casserole you want to make, you can make the best meal possible with our easy casserole guide. Make the most of every recipe, and try something new today!

Tips for Creating the Perfect Casserole

To Create the Perfect Balance

-  Choose a starch such as pasta, potatoes, or rice
-  Choose a meat, vegetable, or both!
-  Choose an ingredient that will bind everything together such as a cream sauce  or an egg mixture

To Prevent a Soggy Casserole

-  Frozen vegetables need to be thawed first
-  Remove any extra moisture from the vegetables
-  Squeeze out extra water from greens, especially spinach

To Prevent a Bland Casserole

-  Top your casserole with shredded cheese, crushed crackers, crumbled bacon, or crushed potato chips
-  It is best to add these toppings towards the end of the cooking time to avoid a soggy texture
-  Broil the casserole after you've added these toppings for a delicious crust

For a Portable Casserole

-  Use a disposable pan, especially if you are taking the meal to a potluck
-  When transporting a cooked casserole, keep it warm by placing towels under and around the pan
-  It is safe to keep a casserole at room temperature for up to 2 hours

To Ensure All the Ingredients are Done at the Same Time

-  Partially cook vegetables that take longer to cook, especially root vegetables
-  This prevents vegetables from being too crunchy or mushy

To Prevent a Mushy Casserole

-  Do not cook pasta all the way
-  Pasta should be very al dente (it is best to cook the pasta for 2-4 minutes less than the package suggests)

Easy Casserole Recipes

Now that you've learned the ins and outs of casseroles, practice your skills with these easy casserole recipes!

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