10 Time-Tested Vintage Casserole Recipes - Retro Housewife Goes Green (2024)

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Bring a touch of nostalgia to your dinner table with these 10 vintage casserole recipes that are sure to become family favorites. From tuna noodle casserole to cheesy potato casserole, these comforting dishes are perfect for any occasion.

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There’s something special about making vintage recipes – the smells and tastes can take you back in time to memories of loved ones and special occasions. And what better way to serve up a vintage dish than in a vintage Pyrex casserole dish? These dishes have been a staple in American kitchens for generations, and for good reason – they’re durable, versatile, and often family favorites.

In this blog post, I’m sharing some of my fellow bloggers’ favorite vintage casserole recipes that are sure to please any crowd. From classic chicken noodle casserole to the beloved tuna casserole, these recipes have stood the test of time and continue to be popular to this day. We’ll also introduce you to some lesser-known recipes, like the shipwrecked casserole.

Whether you’re a seasoned cook or just starting out in the kitchen, these vintage casserole recipes are sure to be a hit. So dig out your vintage Pyrex casserole dish and get ready to create some new memories with these old-fashioned favorites.

Meal Planning with Vintage Recipes

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Before you get started with these delicious vintage casserole recipes it’s a good idea to have a place to keep track of these recipes so you can actually work them into your weekly meals.

Using the Retro Meal Planner can make this really easy. Just get your copy today and start filling it out with these delicious recipes!

Vintage Casserole Recipes

Casseroles are a staple of American comfort food, and vintage casserole recipes have a special place in the hearts of many. These dishes were often passed down from generation to generation and were especially popular in the 1950s and 60s.

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Vintage Cheesy Potato Casserole

This potato casserole is a delicious side dish that is simple to make and has a fun crunchy topping.

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Green Bean Casserole

This is an updated version of the classic green bean casserole. Perfect for anyone wanting to avoid canned soup.

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Tuna Noodle Casserole

Tuna casserole is a popular and comforting dish. It usually features canned tuna and a creamy sauce that is mixed with cooked pasta, and it may also include additional vegetables and toppings.

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Vintage Chicken Noodle Casserole

Family-friendly vintage chicken noodle casserole that's perfect for a quick, hot, and filling meal. Ready in under an hour. Kids love the potato chip topping!

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Vegan Corn Casserole

This super easy Vegan Corn Casserole is just 5 ingredients and a homemade gluten-free copycat of the classic Jiffy recipe! Just stir the ingredients together and bake in the oven for a simple comforting side dish everyone in the family will love! This dairy-free old-fashioned Southern casserole is like a moist and eggless cornbread soufflé!

The American Chop Suey is one of the most popular comfort meals in America. A simple combination of elbow macaroni, ground beef, and tomato sauce, this dish is bound to make people happy!

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Chow Mein Casserole (Minnesota Hotdish)

Chow Mein Casserole, also known as Minnesota Hotdish or Chow Mein Hotdish, is classic midwestern casserole comfort! This ground beef and rice casserole with creamy soup and a crunchy chow mein noodle topping is super easy to throw together or can be made ahead and frozen!

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Ship Wreck Casserole

An easy recipe from a 1940s cookbook that you need to try.

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Chicken Divan

This recipe was seen in many 1950s and 1960s cookbooks. This Chicken Divan is the chicken casserole of your dreams!

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Easy Creamy Chicken Mushroom Casserole

This classic Easy Creamy Chicken Mushroom Casserole has got you covered for a delicious and easy comfort meal for your family.

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  1. Dawn says

    Thank you for these recipes. Brings back good childhood memories ?.

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