There’s nothing that satisfies hearty appetites like a warm and comforting casserole. From baked pastas and potpies to enchiladas and shepherd’s pie, these dishes are ideal when you’re entertaining a large group. Assemble the ingredients in advance, then pop the pan into the oven just before your guests arrive—they’ll be greeted with the enticing aromas emanating from the kitchen. Round out the meal with a tossed green salad and a loaf of crusty bread.
Recipes
Recipes by Course
- Appetizers
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- Pasta, Rice & Grains
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- Seafood
- Chicken & Poultry
- Pork
- Beef
- Desserts
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- Williams Sonoma Test Kitchen
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- Chefs' Collective

Baked Rigatoni with Ricotta and Sausage
Polenta Casserole with Meat Sauce (Polenta Pasticciata con Ragu di Carne)
Strata with Chard, Sausage and Caramelized Onions
Celery Root & Potato Potpie
Chicken Enchiladas with Tomatillo Sauce (Enchiladas Verdes)
Michael Voltaggio’s Spanish-Inspired “Mac & Cheese”
Pasta Rustica with Chicken Sausage and Three Cheeses
Eggplant Cannelloni
Breakfast Strata Lorraine