What Is A Casserole?

A casserole is a recipe that is cooked in a large, deep pot or dish, baked in the oven, and then served in the same dish.  Food served or cooked in casseroles include vegetables as well as meat, pasta, or rice cooked slowly in sauce or other liquid, and may be served as a main course or a side dish. Casseroles tend to be thicker than stews and soups, thick enough to be served on a plate and eaten with a fork. There are a large number of recipes that you can plan using your casserole.

The dishes for cooking casseroles are simply called casserole dishes. They are available in a large assortment of sizes. The overall sizes of casserole dishes range from 1 1/2-quart to 4-quart, and are available in a variety of sets. The casserole dishes are functional as bake ware, but if you use them on the dinner table, they are no less attractive. The casserole dishes are available in several material choices that include hard-anodized metal, stainless steel, and stoneware. Many of the buyers also prefer the stoneware casseroles which are available in a variety of sizes and beautiful colors. If you choose glassware casserole dishes, make sure that they are safe in the oven, microwave, freezer, refrigerator and have dishwasher safe considerations