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Bring on the cheesy casseroles, soups, and stews.

Decadent and rich? Sounds like my type of brownie!

Get ready for the best-ever leftovers.

A one-pot wonder that channels all the Hamburger Helper vibes.

They're the U.K. equivalent to pigs in a blanket.

It certainly looked cool, but was it delicious?

When it comes to ultra-comforting, crowd-pleasing bakes, there is nothing better than a cowboy casserole. And in the midst of chilly temps especially, this is a dish you’ll definitely want to keep on repeat in your meal plan. It’s hearty and creamy, packed with lots of melty cheddar and topped with a crispy layer of tater tots. Best of all, it comes together with a short list of basic pantry and freezer ingredients.

Including Buffalo wings, mini samosas, crab cakes, and more!

Three different freeze-dried berries give them a striking, swirling pattern.

Fire up that air fryer!

Can a Magic Eraser or a dryer sheet win our showdown? Let's find out!

Sheet pan salmon, lentil soup, and more easy meals from cookbook author Dawn Perry.

Phyllo for the win!

"I can never resist reaching for just one more."

The quickest answer to Italian red sauce cravings.

Starting with pre-made biscuit dough makes it extra quick and easy.

I was impressed by each and every one.

It also happened to be the prettiest!

Bacon is the best thing to ever happen to boneless, skinless chicken breasts.

Breakfast, lunch, and dinner for a week come together with a quick weekend session.

We found several great ways to make fluffy whipped cream ... and one method for splattering it everywhere.

Proof that there's nothing a packet of ranch seasoning does not make infinitely better.

Our advice: Treat it just like peanut butter.

Pro tip: It makes an excellent coffee creamer.

I couldn't stop going back for more.

Everybody might not get the same taco — but that’s part of the fun.

Way back in the 2000s, pastry chef Claudia Fleming combined a cookie and a brownie. The rest is history.

It's fast, flavorful, and extremely easy.

I can't wait to try these!

Including two portable scrambles and ready-made muffins!

All were cozy, but one was transporting.

A one-skillet wonder that hits all the comfort food notes.

No other waffles come close.

The chips are baked, not fried.

It's like mac and cheese ... but better.

You can find it in the freezer section and it reheats in less than 10 minutes.

These cookies looked fluffy and light ... just like the real thing. Only cookier.

I'll never make spinach-artichoke dip without it.

Are you team savory or team sweet? We have options for both sides!

Those cute earth tones!

Bring the doughnut shop to you.

Don't forget the cheese!

There's one key difference with this one!

Cozy, colorful, and feel-good food for breakfast, lunch, and dinner.

They're even cheaper than the drive-thru!

Perfection comes down to the order in which you add the ingredients.

Did we mention that it's soaked with a sweet rose syrup and topped with buttery green pistachios?

Big bonus: Pasta is involved.

Including panko-crusted shrimp, Brazilian cheese bread, and spanakopita!

(They may even be better.)

And you can make it in just two steps!

The ultimate mac and cheese upgrade.

Ultra cheesy and oh-so comforting.

She preferred wooden spatulas over wooden spoons!

They're perfectly crispy.

I’m a big fan of prepping ingredients in advance, but it can be tricky to keep some ingredients fresh until you need them. Case in point: apples. Once cut and exposed to air, the apple’s flesh begins to brown due to oxidation. And whether you’re packing up lunch for yourself or your kids, or you want to cut apples ahead to make apple pie or apple crisp, nobody wants brown apples. The only way to stop oxidation is to create a protective barrier between the cut fruit and the air.

Including a ridiculously smart travel mug!

It's moist, fluffy, and intensely chocolatey.

Including a pick for meat-lovers, gluten-free fans, and vegetarians.

They're chewy, rich, and packed with almond flavor.

Here's everything I bought and what I made for one week.

A classic example of when homemade is truly better.

In an effort to curb my spending on food, I’m looking to my pantry for dinner inspiration this week. Cooking from the pantry is also a time-saver, because it means fewer shopping trips. I am a big believer in curating a well-stocked pantry and keeping long-lasting basics in the fridge and freezer, because I know that if I have beans, canned tomatoes, broth, rice, eggs, and cheese on hand I can make a week’s worth (or more!) of dinners without setting foot into the grocery store.