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By Hayley Sugg April 07, 2021
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Twice Baked Potato Casserole With Bacon in a dish on a baking rack
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There's nothing quite like pulling a casserole out of the oven and seeing its top bubbly hot with a rich layer of cheese. If you can't get enough flavorful and gooey cheese in your everyday casserole dishes, opt for one of our 15 cheesiest casserole recipes. From tater tots and enchiladas to pasta bakes and rice, each meal is sure to be decadently cheesy. And if these still aren't enough cheese for you, well, just add more.

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Awesome Broccoli-Cheese Casserole

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Broccoli and Cheddar are a match made in heaven, and they are the duo behind this indulgent cheesy casserole. Cream of mushroom soup and mayonnaise make for an extra velvety texture. Let the cheesy top layer get beautifully bubbly before you pull it from the oven.

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Cheese Grits Casserole

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Cheese grits are a Southern staple, but can be a pain to make by the bowlful for each family member. Instead, whip up this ultra cheesy casserole to easily serve a crowd. 

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Double Cheese Casserole

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Get a double dose of goodness with cream and cottage cheese in this rich cheesy pasta bake. "This is similar to lasagna," says recipe creator MRSO. "It's fairly easy to prepare, and my picky eaters love it!"

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Tatertot Casserole

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You only need half a dozen ingredients to make this stick-to-your-ribs cheesy casserole. Ground beef is mixed with mushroom soup before getting layered with crispy tots and gooey Cheddar cheese. 

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Three-Cheese Cauliflower Casserole

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Make eating your veggies all the easier with this cheese-laden casserole. Steamed broccoli is tossed in a Parmesan and Cheddar sauce before getting topped with buttery breadcrumbs and baked to golden brown perfection. 

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3 Cheese Enchiladas

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Upgrade your Mexican-inspired dinner with a plate of three-cheese enchiladas. Featuring cream cheese, Monterey Jack, and Cheddar, this wow-worthy cheesy casserole is perfect when served with a dollop of sour cream or guacamole. 

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Easy Cheesy Tuna Casserole

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Tuna casserole is already a classic comfort food; just add a little extra cheese on top, and you're sure to have a new family favorite. "My kids claim not to like tuna but they came back for second now didn't they! I think the cheese really makes this recipe special," says LISAHEATH.

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Cheesy Corn Casserole

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Boxed cornbread mix gets an impressive upgrade when mixed with canned corn, Cheddar, and sour cream. The end result is a delightfully rich and cheesy corn casserole that acts as a delicious side or main. 

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Hash Brown Casserole

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It's hard to beat hash brown casserole. Creamy potatoes are topped with shredded cheese and a crunchy topping, then baked until bubbly and golden. It's welcome beside scrambled eggs at breakfast, but equally loved alongside fried chicken and green beans.

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Three-Cheese Pasta Bake

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Don't settle for basic jarred pasta sauce. This recipe riffs on jarred Alfredo sauce by adding Parmesan, ricotta, and mozzarella cheeses for a tasty upgrade. 

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Tartiflette (French Potato, Bacon, and Cheese Casserole)

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This might not be exactly what you picture when you think of a potato and cheese casserole, but this tartiflette is a high-brow recipe for when dinner needs to impress. Thick slices of potato, crispy bacon, and Reblochon cheese all combine for a taste of France in a truly special cheesy casserole. 

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Million-Dollar Spaghetti

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A dreamy blend of cream cheese, Cheddar, and cottage cheese make up the decadent additions to a classic spaghetti-and-beef bake. Recipe creator Coqui30 suggests serving it up with a slice of garlic bread and a side salad to complete the meal.

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Twice Baked Potato Casserole With Bacon

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Why bother with individual twice baked potatoes when you can make this handy casserole instead? Each serving is loaded up with buttery chive potatoes, Cheddar, and bacon bits. 

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Baked Homemade Macaroni and Cheese

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You'll never give the boxed stuff a second glance once you bake up this homemade mac and cheese. "I absolutely LOVED this recipe," says reviewer Jasmine. "It seemed a bit soupy before the baking. However when I pulled it out of the oven I found that it was nice and firm."

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Broccoli, Rice, Cheese, and Chicken Casserole

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Mostly made with pantry staples and canned goods, you can throw together this casserole with just a moment's notice for a quick dinner. An entire pound of cheese goes into the recipe, ensuring it's an extra decadent dish. 

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    1 of 16 Awesome Broccoli-Cheese Casserole
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    4 of 16 Tatertot Casserole
    5 of 16 Three-Cheese Cauliflower Casserole
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    12 of 16 Million-Dollar Spaghetti
    13 of 16 Twice Baked Potato Casserole With Bacon
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