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Casseroles are synonymous with comfort and warmth. They work well for a number of occasions, whether you’re welcoming a new neighbor, feeding a grieving relative, or just need to whip something up for dinner in a pinch. And when it comes to casseroles, sometimes the more veggies, the better. Below are some of our favorite vegetable casserole and casserole-like dishes, from a classic green bean option to both Italian and all-American eggplant parmesan recipes.

Vegan Green Bean Casserole

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Kristin Donnelly

The classic green bean casserole gets veganized in this recipe, in which a silky cauliflower purée stands in for the creamy base of the typical mushroom soup.

Provençal Tian (Eggplant, Zucchini, Squash, and Tomato Casserole)

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Daniel Gritzer

This cousin of ratatouille concentrates the flavors of late summer produce.

Sweet and Savory Corn Casserole

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Vicky Wasik

Corn casserole is simple, hearty, and comforting; the kind of unpretentious dish that can round out any meal.

Sweet Potato Casserole With Marshmallows

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Vicky Wasik

Cut down on the “sweet” in sweet potato casserole by incorporating spicy grated ginger, nutty brown butter, and woodsy herbs.

The Ultimate Homemade Green Bean Casserole

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Photograph: Vicky Wasik. Video: Natalie Holt

The classic green bean casserole, but upgraded, with fresh beans, freshly fried onions, and a homemade mushroom sauce.

Hasselback Potato Gratin

Browned hasselback potatoes in a blue stoneware baking dish on a linen tablecloth.
Diana Chistruga

All the creamy decadence of a classic potato gratin but with more crispy edges.

French Onion Strata (Savory Bread Pudding)

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Emily and Matt Clifton

The flavors of French onion soup get repackaged into a hearty, cheesy strata (a.k.a. savory bread pudding) in this filling breakfast, lunch, or dinner.

Vegan Lasagna alla Bolognese

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The secret to imitating a beefy ragù and a creamy béchamel is all about layering flavors and textures.

Melanzane alla Parmigiana (Italian-Style Eggplant Parmesan)

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Photographs: Vicky Wasik. Video: Natalie Holt

This dish features unfussy, richly-flavored layers of sweet fried eggplant, tomato sauce, fresh mozzarella, and herbs—no bread crumbs at this party.

All-American Eggplant Parmesan

Slice of eggplant parmesan served on a plate
Serious Eats / Qi Ai

Here, perfectly fried eggplant is layered with tomato sauce, mozzarella, and parmesan.

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