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These vintage potato casseroles are hearty comfort-food classics—perfect for family dinners, potlucks, and make-ahead meals.
Choose from cheesy au gratin potatoes, corned beef and potato layers, ham and potato bake, a hot dog-and-dumpling Dutch-oven style dish, and a sausage-and-veggie potato casserole—then use the jump links to go straight to the recipe you want.
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Potato Au Gratin Casserole
Ingredients
4 oz blue cheese
16 oz American cheese
2 cups milk
1 garlic clove
1 large onion
6 medium potatoes, pared and sliced
Preheat oven to 350°F.
Instructions
In a saucepan, melt cheeses into the milk; add garlic.
Layer thinly sliced potatoes with grated onion in a 2-quart casserole.
Pour cheese sauce over potatoes.
Bake 55 minutes; uncover for the last 15 minutes to brown the top. Serves 6–8.
Total cook time: 55 minutes
Equipment: 2-quart casserole
Servings: 6–8
Potato Corned Beef Casserole
Ingredients
1 cup sliced onions (about 2 medium)
5 medium cooked potatoes, sliced
Salt, pepper, and paprika to taste
1 (12 oz) can corned beef, thinly sliced
3 hard-cooked eggs
2 tablespoons butter
3 tablespoons flour
2 cups milk
1 cup cheese (about 1/4 lb), cut into small pieces
1/3 cup buttered crumbs
Preheat oven to 350°F.
Instructions
Cook sliced onions in a small amount of water until just tender; drain if needed.
Layer half the potatoes in a greased 2-quart casserole; season lightly.
Add half the corned beef and half the onions. Repeat layers.
Halve eggs lengthwise and place cut-side up on top.
Make a thin white sauce with butter, flour, and milk; add cheese and stir until melted. Pour over casserole.
Top with buttered crumbs and bake 20 minutes or until heated through. Serves 6–8.
Total cook time: 20 minutes
Equipment: 2-quart casserole
Servings: 6–8
Ham and Potato Casserole
Ingredients
1/3 lb ham, cut into small pieces
2 lb potatoes
2 eggs
6 tablespoons cream
1/2 cup milk
1 teaspoon salt
1 tablespoon butter
2 tablespoons breadcrumbs
Preheat oven to 325°F.
Instructions
Cook potatoes; peel and slice fairly thin.
Butter a 2-quart casserole; layer potatoes and ham alternately.
Beat cream, eggs, milk, and salt; pour over casserole.
Melt butter; stir in breadcrumbs and sprinkle over the top.
Bake 50–60 minutes. Serves 4.
Total cook time: 50–60 minutes
Equipment: 2-quart casserole
Servings: 4
Hotdog Potato Casserole
Ingredients
1 lb hot dogs
6 medium potatoes
3 medium onions
Flour and water (to thicken, as needed)
Dumplings: 2 cups flour
3 teaspoons baking powder
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 cup shortening
Milk (enough to make a soft dough)
Instructions
Slice potatoes thick, slice onions thick, and cut hot dogs into chunks.
Place in about 1 1/2 quarts cold water; season to taste and bring to a boil.
As it starts to boil, thicken slightly with a flour-and-water mixture.
Make dumpling dough: mix flour, baking powder, and salt; cut in shortening; add milk to form a soft dough.
Drop dumplings onto simmering mixture, cover tightly, and cook about 25 minutes.
Total time is about 35 minutes. Serves 6.
Total cook time: about 35 minutes
Equipment: Dutch oven or large pot
Servings: 6
Potatoes, Sausage Vegs Casserole
Ingredients
1 medium onion, sliced thin
6 potatoes, peeled and sliced thin
1 can whole kernel corn
1 lb bulk sausage or sausage links
1 (1 lb) can peeled tomatoes (about 2 cups)
1/2 teaspoon salt
Pepper
Preheat oven to 350°F.
Instructions
Grease a 2-quart casserole.
Layer potatoes, onions, and corn in the casserole; season with salt and pepper.
Brown sausage lightly (links or small patties) and place on top.
Pour tomatoes over all. Bake 1 hour covered.
Uncover and bake about 30 minutes more until nicely browned. Serves 4–6.
Total cook time: 1 hour 30 minutes
Equipment: 2-quart casserole
Servings: 4–6
Potato Casserole FAQ
What potatoes work best for casseroles?
Starchy or all-purpose potatoes work well. Slice evenly so they cook at the same rate.
Can I make potato casseroles ahead of time?
Yes. Assemble ahead, refrigerate, then bake when ready. Add a few extra minutes if baking cold.
How do I prevent a watery potato casserole?
Don’t oversaturate with liquid, and bake uncovered near the end to let moisture evaporate and brown the top.
How do I reheat leftover potato casserole?
Reheat covered in the oven until hot throughout. Add a splash of milk if it seems dry.
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