A cozy, comforting casserole is a wonderful option to whip up during the cold winter months.

The cracker-and-cheese topping adds a nice bit of crunch in every bite.

Serve alongside roasted chicken or pork.

Creamy Cabbage Casserole

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you could cook long-grain brown rice ahead of time or look for packaged microwaveable brown rice to use instead.

The corn tortillas crisp up under the broiler, adding crunch to go with the creamy filling.

If you enjoy a bit of spiciness, opt for hot salsa or chipotle salsa for some smoky undertones.

a recipe photo of the Creamy Chicken & Cauliflower Rice Casserole

Photographer: Fred Hardy, Food Stylist: Jennifer Wendorf, Prop Stylist: Lydia Purcell

Tomatillo salsa works well, too, adding tang and a fresh flavor to this easy skillet dinner.

Spinach, Feta & Rice Casserole

This one-pan recipe is the casserole version of spanakopita!

To make it extra creamy, top each serving with a dollop of sour cream.

Creamed Spinach & Chicken Casserole

Photographer: Fred Hardy, Food Stylist: Ruth Blackburn, Prop Stylist: Shell Royster

Creamy Lemon-Parmesan Chicken Casserole

Brie Goldman

This creamy chicken casserole pops with lemon and savory Parmesan cheese.

Its also loaded with vitamin C-packed broccoli.

Using whole-wheat orzo ups the fiber content in this healthful and comforting dinner.

a recipe photo of the Cheesy Beef and Black Bean Skillet Casserole

Photographer: Jennifer Causey, Food Stylist: Julian Hensarling, Prop Stylist: Christina Daley

Buffalo Chicken & Cauliflower Casserole

This creamy low-carb Buffalo chicken and cauliflower casserole is spicy and satisfying.

Mini Loaded Cauliflower Casseroles

You’ll love this low-carb mini casserole version of loaded baked potatoes!

This easy-to-make dinner takes only 20 minutes to prep and is finished in under an hour.

Spinach, Feta, Rice Casserole

We use refrigerated tortellini, but frozen tortellini would also shine in this dish.

Charring the veggies in a cast-iron skillet adds depth of flavor.

Just 20 minutes in the oven is all it takes to crisp up the breadcrumb crust.

overhead view of casserole in a dish with breadcrumb mixture sprinkled on half of the top and a bowl of breadcrumb mixture with a spoon in it

Brie Goldman

Serve this family-friendly gratin alongside roast chicken, pork or steak.

Serve with tortilla chips and sour cream.

Adding sauerkraut to the mix adds bites of salty tangy flavor throughout.

Spinach & Artichoke Casserole with Chicken and Cauliflower

Photographer: Jen Causey, Prop Stylist: Julia Bayless, Food Stylist: Chelsea Zimmer

Try leftovers layered with turkey, Swiss and Russian dressing on a panini for a Reuben-inspired sandwich.

Cheddar cheese melts into a bubbling topping.

Serve with roasted chicken or pork or as part of a vegetarian dinner.

Buffalo Chicken & Cauliflower Casserole

Jennifer Causey

The recipe can also be made in a broiler-safe casserole dish.

Serve with a spinach salad with oranges, walnuts and red-wine vinaigrette.

Its easy to make the recipe vegetarian by substituting smoked tofu for the turkey.

Mini Loaded Cauliflower Casserole

Jacob Fox

a recipe photo of the Spinach & Tortellini Casserole

Photographer: Grant Webster, Food Stylist: Holly Dreesman, Prop Stylist: Lexi Juhl

Quick king ranch chicken casserole recipe in a cast iron pan, placed on a cloth napkin with a wooden spoon next to it on the right side

Christine Ma

Cabbage Roll Casserole in a bowl

Photographer: Grant Webster; Food Stylist: Holly Dreesman; Prop Stylist: Joseph Wanek,

Chicken Enchilada Skillet Casserole

Jacob Fox

a recipe photo of the Chicken Parmesan Casserole

Cauliflower Gratin (see serp, not skillet)

Antonis Achilleos

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Cheesy ground beef & cauliflower casserole

Photographer: Brie Goldman, Food Stylist: Holly Dreesman, Prop Stylist: Gabriel Greco

Creamed Cabbage & Sauerkraut with Rye Breadcrumbs

Broccoli-Cheddar Spaghetti Squash Casserole

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