Prepare and Freeze: Double Batch Casserole Ideas for Busy Days
Stay ahead of the chaos with these time-saving double batch casserole ideas! Life gets busy, and having a homemade casserole ready to go in the freezer is a lifesaver. By making a double batch of your favorite casseroles—like savory sloppy joe casserole or indulgent peach French toast casserole—you can enjoy one now and freeze the other for later.
It’s like having your own homemade TV dinners, but so much better! Picture coming home after a long day, opening the freezer, and pulling out a delicious, comforting meal that’s ready to bake. No stress, no hassle—just pure convenience and flavor.
These double batch casseroles are perfect for meal prepping, busy weeknights, or even unexpected guests. It’s a simple way to save time, reduce stress, and still serve up a meal that feels like a hug on a plate. Now that’s what I call mastering the art of adulting!
Sloppy Joe Casserole
Double this casserole and freeze half for later. It delivers cozy sloppy joe flavor with a serving of pasta for a delicious and easy meal. You will be glad to have this on hand to unthaw and bake on a busy night when you want a stick to your ribs dinner but don’t have the time or energy to cook it.
Get the recipe: Sloppy joe casserole
Ham and Tater Tot Breakfast Casserole
Make this tater tot casserole for breakfast or brunch, and freeze one for another day. This makes a delicious and easy option to offer your family for a breakfast for dinner night. It has fluffy eggs, plenty of cheese and chunks of ham with filling tater tots for a family favorite freezer meal.
Get the recipe: Ham and tater tot breakfast casserole
Meatball Casserole
A saucy, meaty, cheesy casserole makes a great weeknight dinner. This dish is perfect to double and freeze for homemade food fast. Pair with pasta on the side, or hoagie buns to make a great sub. Everyone will love these meatballs no matter how you serve them.
Get the recipe: Meatball casserole
Turkey Pot Pie
This pot pie starts with leftover turkey and adds veggies, a creamy sauce and cheddar bay biscuits to the top for a hearty way to repurpose food and make a great meal. You will want to double, or even triple this recipe and freeze for cozy comfort food on a cold winter night.
Get the recipe: Turkey pot pie
Chicken Enchilada Casserole
Get this cheesy chicken enchilada bake on the table in thirty minutes for a layered dinner that is so good, you will need to double it and make an easy meal for the future. Consider it a gift to yourself for one of those days when you don’t have the energy to cook. Serve with lettuce and salsa over the top.
Get the recipe: Chicken enchilada casserole
Philly Cheesesteak Casserole
Craving something cheesy for dinner? This cheese steak casserole delivers delicious flavors from the mushrooms, peppers, onions, steak and assortment of melted cheeses. You can serve this as is by the spoonful, over buns or on a bed of pasta for an easy dinner. Prep a second casserole and pop it in the freezer for comfort food on demand.
Get the recipe: Philly cheesesteak casserole
Sausage and Hash Brown Casserole
This casserole starts with breakfast staples like sausage, eggs and hash browns. Add spinach, plenty of cheese and red peppers to the mix for the most delicious dish. This works for any meal of the day from breakfast to dinner. It also freezes well so you can make it a part of your meal preparations.
Get the recipe: Sausage and hash brown casserole
Stuffed Pepper Casserole
If you love the flavor of stuffed peppers but find them to be too much work to prepare often, this casserole is just the thing to make. It is easy, delicious and freezes like a dream for future meals. You can use brown rice for this recipe to make it weight watchers friendly.
Get the recipe: Stuffed pepper casserole
Hamburger Casserole
Move over hamburger helper, this is homemade version is perfect for busy nights. You can double or even triple it to keep in the freezer for fast weeknight meals on busy nights. With tender noodles, hamburger and cheese, this delivers great flavor in each bite. Pair with a steamed veggie and fries for a complete meal.
Get the recipe: Hamburger casserole
Cowboy Casserole
With meatloaf and mashed potatoes this hearty casserole is sure to be a favorite, even with picky eaters. It happens to be ultra easy to prepare, and freezes well for a homestyle meal anytime you need one quick, without having to do a lot of cooking.
Get the recipe: Cowboy casserole
Peach French Toast Casserole
This peach french toast casserole is a fabulous breakfast recipe that’s great to enjoy for the weekends, an amazing brunch over mimosas, or for your next gathering with friends and family members!
Get the Recipe: Peach French Toast Casserole
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Halloween Pasta Recipes That’ll Bring Spooky Fun to Your Table
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