RecipesCreamy Butternut Squash Bake For a side dish with harvesttime appeal, you can’t go wrong with this savory squash bake. It’s creamy, comforting and looks pretty, too, thanks to the rich yellow butternut squash and golden crumb topping. -Bertha Johnson, Indianapolis, Indiana
RecipesSweet-And-Sour Kraut Folks who aren’t fond of the “sour” in sauerkraut will enjoy this vacation sweetened with brown sugar and priced at 29 cents a serving. “This side dish sounds strange, but it’s really good-even cold,” assures Margery Bryan of Moses Lake, Washington.
RecipesMeat Loaf with Oatmeal A simple blend of seasonings results in a hot and hearty meat loaf that’s big on flavor and very satisfying. —Lauree Buus, Rapid City, South Dakota
RecipesMother’s Ham Casserole This ham casserole recipe was one of my mother’s favorite dishes and it always brings back fond memories of her when I prepare it. It’s a terrific use of leftover ham from a holiday dinner. —Linda Childers, Murfreesboro, Tennessee
RecipesBreakfast Casserole Recipe My husband and sons frequently request this dish, referring to it as egg pie. The hearty casserole is nice enough for a holiday but is also thoroughly satisfying for a busy weeknight. —Patricia Throlson, Becker, Minnesota
RecipesChicken Bacon Ranch Casserole This chicken bacon ranch casserole is a dinner that both of my wonderful (but picky!) children will eat. I can easily make it ahead and then bake it right before serving. Sometimes I add 2 cups of cooked veggies, like peas or chopped broccoli, for a complete meal. —Rebekah Schultz, Mantua, New Jersey
RecipesAmish Breakfast Casserole We enjoyed hearty breakfast casseroles during a visit to an Amish inn. When I asked for a recipe, one of the women told me the ingredients right off the top of her head. I modified it a bit to create this version that my family loves. —Beth Notaro, Kokomo, Indiana
RecipesChili Cornbread Casserole This recipe is my potluck standby. And when I hear that someone may need a comforting home-cooked meal, I bring them this casserole. —Lorraine Espenhain, Corpus Christi, Texas
RecipesBaked Rice with Sausage This recipe is perfect for potlucks or church suppers since it produces a big batch and has flavors with broad appeal. Most folks can’t guess that the secret ingredient is chicken noodle soup mix. -Naomi Flood, Emporia, Kansas
RecipesHomemade Pizza This recipe is a hearty, zesty main dish with a crisp, golden crust. Feel free to add your favorite toppings. —Marianne Edwards, Lake Stevens, Washington
RecipesBaked Tilapia A weeknight fish dinner doesn’t get much easier or tastier than this 20-minute baked tilapia recipe.
RecipesTwice-Baked Potatoes One of the things I like about twice-baked potatoes is that they are very versatile. They can be served as a complement to an entree, or they can be the main course with a salad. Either way, they are tasty.
RecipesFlounder Florentine I discovered this recipe several years ago when I was looking looking through some flounder recipes. Even though we’re not big fans of fish, we enjoy this dish. It’s tasty, healthy and inexpensive. —Debbie Verbeck, Florence, New Jersey
RecipesBaked Lemon Haddock After testing out a ton of fish recipes, I’ve decided this baked haddock version is the best. The mix of crunchy topping and lemon is just delicious. —Jean Ann Perkins, Newburyport, Maryland
RecipesCrab Mac and Cheese Cold winter evenings are much more tolerable with this comforting casserole. Whole wheat macaroni boosts nutrition, while the melted cheese topping makes it rich and so satisfying. We like it best with a veggie side. —Jason Egner, Edgerton, Wisconsin
RecipesBlue Cheese and Bacon Stuffed Mushrooms A rich, warm and cheesy recipe for classic stuffed mushrooms, this attractive appetizer is perfect for your next dinner party or special event. —Kristen Woodburn, Atlanta, Georgia