Marie Clare 
You know the dish.It’s at every potluck, holiday spread, and church basement dinner—the one people hover over, scoop seconds of, and quietly ask for the recipe. But most versions rely on canned soup, frozen hash browns, or boxed cheese sauce. What if you could make a cheesy potato casserole from scratch—with real cream, sharp cheddar, … Read more
You love chicken broccoli casserole.But you’re tired of that gloppy, salty, canned-soup version that tastes like nostalgia—and nothing else. What if you could make a rich, creamy, deeply flavorful casserole—with real ingredients, no processed soup, and all the comfort? Good news: you can. And it’s easier than you think. This isn’t your 1970s church potluck … Read more
You remember it.That bubbling, golden-brown casserole your mom or grandma pulled from the oven on a chilly weeknight. Tender egg noodles, flaky tuna, peas, and a creamy sauce baked under a crispy topping. It wasn’t fancy. But it was home. Now, creamy tuna noodle casserole is having a major comeback—not as a relic, but as … Read more
You’re tired.The kids are hungry.And the thought of cooking three separate things—protein, grain, veggie—feels like climbing a mountain. What if you could toss everything into one dish, slide it in the oven, and walk away? Enter the baked chicken and rice casserole—the ultimate American comfort meal that’s creamy, hearty, and ready with minimal cleanup. It’s … Read more
You love lasagna.But who has time to make it from scratch every time the craving hits? What if you could bake one (or two!) pans on a lazy Sunday—then pull out perfect, homemade lasagna on a chaotic Tuesday night like you’re some kind of kitchen wizard? Good news: you can. And with a few smart … Read more
You made lasagna.It was perfect—cheesy, saucy, tender layers that held together like a dream. But now it’s day two. And you’re staring at that leftover square, wondering: How do I warm this up without turning it into a dry, rubbery brick? If you’ve ever microwaved lasagna only to find a crusty top and a cold … Read more
You love lasagna.But you don’t love scrubbing three pots, a colander, and a giant casserole dish afterward. What if you could get all that cheesy, meaty, saucy goodness—in one skillet, in under 30 minutes—with zero noodle-boiling and zero oven time? Enter skillet lasagna: the weeknight miracle that’s quietly taking over American kitchens. It’s not “lasagna … Read more
You love lasagna.But if you’re gluten-free—or cooking for someone who is—that bubbling, cheesy dream often feels off-limits. Most gluten-free lasagnas? They’re either mushy, crumbly, or taste like cardboard. But what if you could make a gluten-free lasagna that actually holds together, slices cleanly, and tastes rich, saucy, and deeply satisfying? Good news: you can—with rice … Read more
You love lasagna.But you don’t love that heavy, sluggish feeling an hour later. What if you could keep all the cheesy, saucy, layered goodness—but swap in something lighter, higher in protein, and way more satisfying? Enter cottage cheese lasagna. It’s creamy. It’s rich. It’s got nearly 30 grams of protein per serving—almost double traditional ricotta … Read more
You love lasagna.But you don’t love eating it for five nights straight. If you’re cooking for two, three, or four people, a standard 9×13-inch lasagna feels like overkill. It’s too much to eat, too much to store, and honestly—kind of wasteful. What if you could make real, layered, bubbling baked lasagna—just enough for your small … Read more