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25 Jewish Casseroles and Kugels

From sweet to savory, these recipes are the definition of comfort food.

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Is there anything more comforting than a warm casserole? Whether you’re feeding your family or bringing one over to a friend, a casserole is one of those dishes that checks all the boxes: simple to put together, relatively mess-free and, most importantly, delicious.

The most famous Jewish casserole might just be the kugel, which itself comes in so many varieties to fit any taste. We’ve got plenty of kugels in this round-up, but also sweet and savory casseroles to add to your repertoire ASAP.

Casseroles

Matzah Ball Casserole Is the Ultimate Comfort Food

What could be better than chicken and dumplings? Chicken and matzah balls.

4.7/5 from 3 ratings

Cholent Pot Pie Recipe

An elevated chicken pot pie.

5/5 from 1 ratings

Molly Yeh’s Latke Hotdish Recipe

What’s better than a tater tot? A mini latke!

Versatile Sephardi Matzah Pie

Mina is a centuries-old Sephardi Passover pie made with layered matzah and a savory filling, offering a deliciously adaptable answer to holiday cooking.

4/5 from 1 ratings

Sephardic Zucchini Casserole Recipe

This egg, veg and cheese casserole is a staple Sephardic dish, eaten at any time of day.

5/5 from 5 ratings

Mayim Bialik’s Eggplant Casserole

Vegan and Passover-friendly, this dish is a hit year-round.

Challah Egg Casserole

Easy, cheesy and can be prepared a day ahead.

5/5 from 2 ratings

Blintz Souffle Recipe

An easy and classic Ashkenazi-Jewish-American comfort food.

4.8/5 from 10 ratings

Yapchik (Potato Kugel With Meat) Recipe

Whether you know it as Hungarian cholent or simply the best potato kugel ever, this dish will warm you from the inside out.

4/5 from 3 ratings

Savory Kugels

Schmaltzy Noodle Kugel Recipe

This rich, savory kugel is Jewish comfort food at its finest. 

5/5 from 2 ratings

Classic Potato Kugel

Prepare to fall in love with this classic Ashkenazi holiday and Shabbat dish.

4.6/5 from 14 ratings

Mac and Cheese Noodle Kugel Recipe

Noodle kugel with a savory, cheesy, totally indulgent twist.

4.5/5 from 4 ratings

Easy Spinach and Feta Noodle Kugel Recipe

This savory twist on beloved noodle kugel is zesty and delicious.

4.8/5 from 4 ratings

Savory Cheese Kugel Recipe

With two types of mushrooms and a parmesan crust.

This Cauliflower Kugel Might Be Better Than Noodle Kugel

Cauliflower kugel stands on its own as a really delicious, lighter option that doesn’t compromise on comfort or flavor.

4.3/5 from 15 ratings

Cranberry and Roasted Squash Noodle Kugel Recipe

Colorful and crispy on top, this a beautiful addition to any autumn meal.

Salt and Pepper Noodle Kugel

Guaranteed rave reviews.

4.3/5 from 9 ratings

Sweet Kugels

Cinnamon Noodle Kugel Recipe

A warm, comforting egg-noodle casserole baked with buttery sugar and cinnamon with optional raisins until its top turns golden and crispy.

4.7/5 from 3 ratings

Yerushalmi Kugel Recipe

Peppery and sweet, this noodle kugel ups the ante.

3/5 from 2 ratings

Sweet Noodle Kugel

The sweet dairy noodle kugel is a beloved Jewish-American comfort food for a reason.

4.4/5 from 5 ratings

Apple Pie Kugel Recipe

A perfect fall kugel!

Sweet Potato-Pecan Kugel Recipe

This Southern-inspired sweet potato kugel has a sweet, crunchy pecan topping.

5/5 from 7 ratings

Pumpkin Kugel With Pecan Streusel Recipe

Perfect for a holiday or just a cozy fall evening.

4.5/5 from 2 ratings

Caramelized Apple and Cranberry Noodle Kugel Recipe

Apples and cranberries taste amazing together and give a sweet-tart contrast to the whole dish.

Apple Matzah Kugel Recipe

Pure comfort food.

5/5 from 1 ratings

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