Food brings people together, especially comforting casseroles, like shepherd’s pie, jalapeño macaroni and cheese, and lasagna. You need something to transport the final product, though, and a casserole carrier is the right vessel for the job, whether you’re headed to a holiday dinner, tailgate before the big game, or night of binge-watching Netflix with friends and lots of good food.
Before you purchase your carrier, be sure to evaluate your needs. Are you the one who always brings multiple dishes? A dual compartment might be the right choice. Are you in charge of the pie? Go for a round model. Maybe you don’t own bakeware and opt for aluminum disposable pans? There is a carrier for that. Whatever your culinary leaning, there is a vehicle for you.
This affordable carrier is perfect for standard 9 x 13-inch baking dishes and casseroles, and can handle up to an 11 x 15-inch baking pan when you’re cooking for a crowd. Even better, it has 8-millimeter-thick foam insulation to keep your food at the desired temperature. The exterior is water resistant, so it won’t get soggy if a picnic gets rainy or if someone spills the lemonade.
For a little extra storage, there’s an exterior pocket that can hold serving utensils, napkins, and other small items. This is available in several colors and patterns to match your cooking style or décor. While this version only holds one tray of food, a double-decker option is available.
If you’re looking for a stylish way to carry your mac and cheese or even a freshly baked pie to a potluck, you’ll love the Mark And Graham Plaid Insulated Food Carrier. An insulated carrier is essential to maintain the food’s temperature and can protect you from the heat.
Made from a durable blend of polyester and cotton, the carrier can quickly be wiped clean if accidental splashes and spills occur. The plaid pattern also easily hides stains. The antique brass hardware and reinforced handles are an additional decorative touch along with a faux leather handle wrap with matching zipper pulls.
Available in both round and rectangular shapes, the plaid design is great for the holidays and all year round. Best of all, it can be personalized with a choice of 20 different monograms in seven different colors. So, this also makes a great gift to give to your favorite chef.
If you need a carrier to hold both the sweet potato casserole and the wine, the Picnic Time Tote has you covered. Its two-tier design is reinforced with a sturdy, insulated bottom to maintain shape securely around your baking dish and keep everything hot, and the zippered top compartment easily holds a couple of bottles plus a wine key.
There is more to love about this attractive tote. The double-stitched, reinforced handles are comfortable to carry, and design options include neutral black and fun plaid. The two elastic loops on the top compartment hold serving utensils, and the framed window slot for an ID card ensures your nifty new carrier makes it home.
If you’re going on a picnic, it’s essential to choose a casserole carrier that’s easy and comfortable to transport. The Kate Spade Jumbo Dot Insulated Picnic Cooler features long, thick nylon straps so you can easily put the carrier on your shoulder while searching for the perfect spot to sit at the park or while hiking. Whether you’re eating warm foods like rice or cooler foods like pasta salads, you can take it all on the go in this cheerfully designed insulated cooler bag.
The double zipper also makes this a very durable carrier. With a waterproof liner as well as a water-resistant bottom, there’s no need to worry about accidental leaks or messes on your clothes.
Pies make get-togethers better, and with this two-layer insulated carrier, bringing a couple is easy. The fun doesn’t stop at apple crumb, key lime, and lemon meringue, though. This expandable, soft-sided carrier can fit a 12-inch salad bowl, bundt pan, casserole dish, and more.
This sturdy, stylish carrier has a smaller upper compartment to transport sauces, napkins, plates, or even a thin pizza. The durable handles are gusseted for comfortable carrying, and the carrier collapses for easy storage. The handcrafted OddsnSands carrier is an attractive, well-insulated choice when lugging along peach pies or spinach quiches to your next shindig.
