Now that the days have gotten shorter, it can feel as though dinner time comes more quickly than ever. These make-ahead casseroles bring delicious dinner to the table without the cooking or the cleanup! Perfect to prep now and enjoy later — you better make some room in the freezer.
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Chicken Tortilla Casserole
Mix things up with a Tex-Mex take on layered lasagna with aromatic flavours of cumin, paprika and chile powder. Store-bought enchilada sauce and salsa verde speeds up the process or opt to make your own. Piled high with protein-heavy chicken breast, as well as pinto and kidney beans means even those with the healthiest appetites will leave satisfied.
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Chile Relleno Casserole
If you’re not familiar with chile rellenos, this Mexican dish uses green chiles stuffed with cheese and rolled in egg, which is then pan-fried until golden brown. And while this authentic meal is undeniably delicious, it can be a bit more work than you’re looking to tackle on an average weeknight. Instead, try this no-fry casserole version that brings all the flavour without the fuss.
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Broccoli and Orzo Casserole
Meatless Mondays are made easy thanks to creamy havarti, broccoli and orzo pasta. Serve this vegetarian casserole as a hearty side, the main dish or freeze ahead of time and bring to your next family potluck dinner!
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Stuffed Mushroom Casserole
Easier than individually stuffed mushrooms and safe to freeze, this casserole combines mushrooms with cream cheese, Parmesan and mozzarella for a creamy dish made with a fraction of the prep time. Cooked in a single dish makes it portable should you choose to share!
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Baked Mac and Cheese With Hidden Cauliflower
The ultimate kid-friendly dish, this mac and cheese hides plenty of healthy cauliflower under a crunchy layer of sour cream and cheddar potato chips. Creamy French onion soup dip alongside a blend of cheeses will put this drool-worthy dinner into your monthly rotation.