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Two new cozy casseroles for chilly nights

Published 22 days ago • 1 min read

Hello!

There's a certain kind of night this time of year when all I want is a warm casserole, a cozy blanket and a movie. So this week I've got two new ones for you, both the kind of comfort food I crave this time of year.

​Easy Tater Tot Casserole with Ground Beef​

For your next couch-and-movie night. This is comfort food at its finest and one of my favorite examples of a classic Midwestern hotdish. A hearty, meaty filling (a lot like a shepherd's pie) topped with cheese and rows of crispy tater tots. My version is a little creamier than the classic and packed with extra veggies and flavor. At our house, we pile it into bowls, settle in on the couch, and fire up a movie.

You can make the filling up to a day ahead, then add the tots right before baking.

​Creamy Italian Sausage Pasta Bake​

For when you want dinner in one dish. This is my go-to when I want something easy and super flavorful without a pile of dishes. It's dump-and-bake style (no boiling the pasta first), so everything goes into one dish, and the oven does the work. It's cheesy, thanks to the Boursin cheese, and the easiest dinner you'll make all month.

Serve it with a simple green salad and some crusty bread, and dinner is done.

P.S. Casserole season is just getting started. If you need more ideas, here are 12 easy casserole recipes I make on repeat.

Happy Cooking,

Sarah

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Front Range Fed

Hi! I'm Sarah, the creator behind Front Range Fed. I love to make easy, delicious, and (mostly) healthy meals for my family and friends. I live in sunny Colorado and like to incorporate local, fresh foods as often as I can.

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