Dairy-free casseroles can be made with substitutions like soy milk, tofu, and non-dairy fats. Different meats, seafood, pasta, and vegetables can be used, and vegan and gluten-free options are available. White or brown rice can also be used as the main ingredient.
There are many different types of dairy-free casseroles; with a few substitutions, most casseroles can be made without dairy. A casserole is really any dish in which vegetables are combined with potatoes, rice or pasta and in many cases a meat or other protein and cooked together in one dish. Most contain a creamy sauce in which they cook the ingredients, but soy milk, tofu, or a roux made from flour and non-dairy fats can be used to thicken the sauce that holds the dish together.
Different meats – such as chicken, turkey, pork, lamb and beef – can be used to create many tasty dairy-free casseroles. Sometimes fresh seafood is also used, including fish, shrimp and mussels. Canned fish, such as tuna or salmon, can be substituted for fresh seafood when making casseroles.
Tagliatelle, bow ties, and macaroni are other common ingredients for these casseroles. Combined with dairy-free substitutes for traditional ingredients such as butter, milk and cheese, pasta dishes cater to those requiring a lactose-free diet. An assortment of spices and non-dairy products such as tofu are often used to create creamy sauces for pasta dishes.
Vegan recipes use a variety of fresh vegetables to create dairy-free casseroles such as leeks or spinach cooked in gravy. Gluten-free and soy-free dishes are prepared using ingredients such as fresh spinach and mushrooms for a lasagna or tofu casserole, spices, and dairy-free soy parmesan for eggplant parmesan. An additional vegan casserole idea is potpie with vegetables and tofu as the main ingredients.
Another source of dairy-free casseroles are white potatoes with non-dairy gravy to create a gratin dish. The mashed potatoes and spices can be used to make a soy- and gluten-free casserole. Sweet potatoes, which are a good source of vitamins A and C, potassium and other nutrients, are prepared using non-dairy products and then cooked like a casserole.
Rice or pasta can also be used as the main ingredients of the casserole. White or brown rice can be combined with meat, fish or vegetables to create a hearty, healthy casserole. As a twist on a traditional favorite, Baked Ravioli with Sauce can easily be made as a main dish casserole using non-dairy ingredients and substitutes to cater for lactose intolerant people.
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