Food and Recipes Dish Casserole The 10 Best Casseroles For Summer Potlucks, According To Our Readers By Krissy Tiglias Krissy Tiglias Krissy Tiglias is the General Manager of Southern Living. She joined the team in 2015 as Executive Editor, and has been working on both both print and digital content ever since. Southern Living's editorial guidelines Published on June 9, 2024 Close Photo: Will Dickey When it comes to backyard potlucks and picnics, picking the right recipe that's tasty, easy to transport, and serves a crowd can be a challenge. But then you remember your trusty 13x9 can do it all. Even in the summer months when it can feel too hot to turn on the oven, many of us will take the heat to whip up a family-favorite recipe. We recently asked our readers to share their favorite casseroles for summer potlucks, and these were the most popular responses. 33 Summer Casserole Recipes You'll Love All Season Long 01 of 10 Old-School Squash Casserole Fred Hardy II; Food Stylist: Emily Nabors Hall; Prop Stylist: Christina Brockman The truth is, when we poll our readers, some form of squash casserole tops every list. Why wouldn't it? This delicious recipe is simple, creamy, and freezes beautifully so you can enjoy that summer bounty all year long. get the recipe 02 of 10 Homemade Baked Beans Fred Hardy II; Food Stylist: Emily Nabors Hall; Prop Stylist: Christina Brockman Would it even be a summer get-together if baked beans were not there? This homemade recipe takes only 15 minutes of hands-on time and a simple list of ingredients that includes bacon, Worcestershire sauce, and more. get the recipe 03 of 10 Pineapple Casserole Robby Lozano, Food Stylist: Emily Nabors Hall If you know, you know. The super short ingredient list of this recipe makes it a go-to anytime of year, but in the summer there is something magical about this recipe. Perhaps it's the surprising combination of canned pineapple chunks, Cheddar cheese, and crispy Ritz cracker crust. get the recipe 04 of 10 Chicken Spaghetti Victor Protasio, Food Stylist: Karen Rankin, Prop Stylist: Claire Spollen While many of you noted that you don't love turning on the oven in summer, others said it would not be a potluck without the famous Chicken Spaghetti on the spread. Starring chicken, vegetables, and pasta in a creamy sauce, this casserole is a Mama-approved recipe. get the recipe 05 of 10 Best Macaroni and Cheese Photographer: Stacy K. Allen. Food Stylist: Ruth Blackburn, Prop Stylist: Christina Daley In the South, there is always a place for Macaroni and Cheese at our gatherings. While there are many ways to make this dish, our simple homemade recipe will never disappoint. get the recipe 06 of 10 Macaroni Corn Casserole Will Dickey; Prop Styling: Christina Daley; Food Styling: Rishon Hanners Can't decide between bringing Corn Casserole or Macaroni and Cheese? Bring the best of both recipes together in this tasty dish that will be gone in minutes. get the recipe 07 of 10 Cabbage Casserole Will Dickey Pair cabbage with Parmesan cheese, butter, and breadcrumbs and you'll have a summer casserole that the entire family will request again and again. get the recipe 08 of 10 Hashbrown Casserole Caitlin Bensel; Food Styling: Torie Cox Surprise the crowd with a 20-minute casserole that starts with frozen hashbrowns. What makes it so comforting? It's creamy perfection that comes together from the combination of cream-based soup, sour cream, and Cheddar cheese. get the recipe 09 of 10 Twice-Baked Potato Casserole Caitlin Bensel; Food Stylist: Torie Cox Even in the summertime we love our potatoes. Creamy mashed potatoes combine with butter, heavy cream, and sour cream, and then finished off with bacon, crisp potato skins, and a layer of Cheddar cheese. get the recipe 10 of 10 Party Potatoes Caitlin Bensel; Food Stylist: Torie Cox Where's the party? Wherever that pan of homemade party potatoes is sitting. This recipe comes together in just 15 minutes thanks to the simple ingredient list that includes frozen hash browns, canned cream of chicken soup, and a crunchy cornflake topping. get the recipe Was this page helpful? Thanks for your feedback! Tell us why! Other Submit