There’s something about a warm casserole on a cold winter evening that makes my heart fill with love.  Most casseroles are full of hearty ingredients that make the whole house smell of comforting goodness.  Add a salad and a little bread for any gathering and watch your guests relax as they enjoy the cozy casserole you’ve created.

Here are 5 casseroles that you might not have in your recipe binder.  Mix things up with some new ideas this winter.

Shrimp Gumbo Casserole by Paula Dean…get out of town!  This looks so yummy!

BBQ Beef Casserole {Pennies on a Platter} – This is sure to make the men in your life smile with each bite. 

Kick things up a bit with this Tex Mex Casserole from A Kitchen Muse. 

This Chicken and Spinach Casserole looks amazing…comfort food at its best!  You can find the recipe at Martha Stewart’s blog. 

Have you ever heard of an Enchilada Pasta Casserole?  Table for Two shares a fabulous recipe that’s super quick to prepare!

Casseroles are usually rather simple to make, so add a few new ones to your meal plan to spice things up a bit.  What’s your favorite winter meal?

Warm up your front porch with a handmade winter wreath!  Many wreaths require a little inspiration and just a few supplies.  It’s a fabulous weekend project that will be a welcoming site on your front door through the winter months.

Here are a few inspiring ideas to get you started…

1. Winter Button Wreath – Freckled Nest
2. Pottery Barn Inspired Wreath – Sadie Priss
3. Simply White Ruffle Wreath – Domestifluff
4. Winter Berry Wreath – Thoughtfully Simple
5. Woodland Winter Yarn Wreath – Sew Homegrown
6. Glitter Snowflake Wreath – BHG
7. Winter Tissue Paper Wreath – Craft Interrupted
8. Gold Glitter Leaf Wreath – Adirondack Mama
9. Linen Wreath – Beautiful Nest
10. Twine Winter Wreath – White Nest
11. White Winter Feather Wreath – Crafty Endeavor
12. Winter Tinsel Wreath – Creature Comforts

Which one is your style?  Linen, feathers or ruffles???