10 Casserole Dishes That Are Both Beautiful and Functional
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Elevate your casserole recipe with one of these powerhouse dishes.
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Some of the easiest weeknight meals involve throwing a classic casserole in the oven. Whether you love a traditional tuna noodle casserole for dinner or a sweet blueberry french toast casserole for breakfast, having the right casserole dish on hand is a must for any home cook.
Of course, the options are endless, but we've rounded up some of the most practical, functional, and, in some cases, downright beautiful casserole dishes that can take you from oven to dinner party, picnic, or potluck in no time.
Related: 30 Make-Ahead Casserole Recipes for Easy Weeknight Dinners
Cuisinart Caskata Enameled Cast Iron 5 Qt. Round Casserole
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An elegant blue and white blossom and vine design inspired by the archives of the Colonial Williamsburg Foundation wraps around this cast iron enamel pot that might be too pretty to put away. It's both oven and stove-top safe, giving you the flexibility to use this dish to whip up stews and soups as well as bake a rich, homemade mac and cheese.
$100
Marin White 2-Qt. Covered Casserole Dish
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The Marin 2-Qt. Casserole Dish is a beautiful stoneware dish, high-fired and glazed in soft white and accented with hand-antiquing to give it a more organic feel. This handcrafted dish is dishwasher, freezer, and oven-safe and coordinates with other stoneware pieces in Marin's serving collection.
$50
Lodge Cast Iron Casserole Dish
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If you're a cast-iron cooking aficionado, Lodge's Cast Iron Casserole Dish is made for you. This sturdy pan retains and distributes heat evenly and is pre-seasoned with vegetable oil. While it's not recommended to use this one on a stovetop, you can use it over an open fire or on grills, so this pan might be the best thing to bring to your next campout.
$50
Le Creuset Heritage Stoneware Rectangular Covered Casserole
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Le Creuset is known for its bright, beautiful stoneware that works hard—and this casserole dish is no exception. The Heritage Stoneware Rectangular Covered Casserole is deep enough to hold bubbly lasagnas and savory roasts, and the tight-fitting lid seals moisture in so that the food inside is tender. It's safe for the oven, broiler, freezer, and microwave and comes in a host of pretty colors that match other cookware in the collection.
$135
Le Creuset Stoneware Rectangular Baker with Platter Lid
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Another choice from Le Creuset, the Stoneware Rectangular Baker with Platter Lid, is unique in that its lid can serve double duty as a serving platter, a nice option to have when taking this dish to a picnic or a BBQ. The double porcelain enamel glaze finish makes it a cinch to clean, inside and out.
$100
All-Clad Gourmet Accessories Stainless-Steel Lasagna Pan with Lid
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Durable stainless-steel construction lends itself to even heating, corrosion resistance, and very little maintenance. Large loop handles make it easy to transport this dish from oven to table, and curved sides help spatulas slip in for seamless food serving. The included lid makes it easy to store leftovers right in the dish or bring along to a potluck.
$100
Smeg 5-Qt. Cream Non-Stick Casserole Dish with Lid
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If you fancy a more retro look for your casserole dish, try Smeg's version. The chic matte cream finish and linear stainless steel accents were designed to evoke a 1950s feel. The pan is made from quick-heating aluminum and coated with a non-stick surface. It comes with a tempered glass lid and is both oven-safe and safe for use on all cooktops, including induction.
$230
Staub Ceramic Bakeware
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Staub's ceramic square casserole dish is perfect for a delicious side dish or smaller casserole dinners for one or two. The enamel coating is scratch-resistant, and it's oven-safe up to a whopping 575 degrees—higher than most of the other casserole dishes on this list. The dish is also dishwasher safe and comes with a lid. The square dish can also be purchased alongside a bakeware set that includes two oval bakeware dishes and two rectangular bakeware dishes.
$200
Ayesha Curry Stoneware Rectangular Baking Dish
Courtesy of Macy's
A pretty leaf print adorns the side of this stoneware casserole dish, making it an attractive option if you regularly go from oven to table with your casseroles. An included lid makes storing leftovers a breeze, and it's dishwasher safe, meaning cleanup will be quick.
$40
Fun Elements Lace Emboss Casserole Dish with Lid
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Perfect for cooking dinner for just two or three guests, this smaller casserole dish is embossed with a print design inspired by 19th-century lace patterns. The ceramic dish comes in red, white, or blue, allowing you to pick your patriotic color scheme, and is oven and dishwasher-safe (but not stove-top-safe!).
$40
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