Casseroles are simple, one dish meals that are commonly found in North American homes, at pot lucks, and at other gatherings. I have seen countless tv and movie scenes that portray families complaining about casserole dinners or that jokingly associate casseroles with poorly skilled cooks. I was in university the first time I tried a casserole and, jokes aside, casseroles are tasty, convenient, and most of them freeze well. They’re great for using up leftovers and they can be thrown together using any protein, pasta/rice, and vegetables that you happen to have on hand. I don’t make casseroles often, because they tend to be high in calories and sodium, and are often made with processed foods, but every now and then I will surprise my sister with her favourite casserole (recipe below).
