"The definition, that a casserole is a baked one-dish meal served from the same container in which it was cooked, is a common refrain from most sources."
"Most casseroles have a binder that prevents them from being just a loose pile of ingredients. That could be anything from eggs and gravy to cheese or another sauce."
"Casseroles are baked with all of the ingredients together, so the texture can be a little one-note. Most ingredients become soft and the flavors can be uniform or muddled."
Casseroles are defined as baked one-dish meals served from the same container in which they are cooked. The term originates from the French word for a cooking vessel. While the definition is broad, most casseroles share common traits, including a binder that holds the ingredients together. This can include items like eggs, cheese, or sauces. The cooking process often results in a uniform texture, leading to the addition of toppings for contrast.
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