Friendly, soothing and convenient to make — casseroles are perfect for today’s worldLife is especially challenging these days — the economic news combined with virtually everyone feeling pressed for time. Casseroles are therefore the perfect mealtime playbook for today because they evoke both comfort and convenience.

They’re perfect for working parents because they can be made ahead for an easy weeknight meal or for entertaining friends and family. And they’re ideal for households on the go because so many can be frozen in single or full servings, ready to accommodate everyone’s schedule.

Most of these recipes feature ingredients that most of us already have on hand in our pantries or freezers. There are recipes and chapters for virtually every occasion and taste, from breakfast or brunch casseroles to vegetarian and gluten-free options to classic chicken dishes and even dessert!

Enjoy these dishes:

• Smoked Gouda Mac & Cheese

• Ratatouille Casserole

• Black Bean Enchilada Casserole

• Southwestern Shepherd’s Pie

• Twice-Baked Potato Casserole

• Pecan Pie Brownies

And, because Tiffany Collins has dedicated her life to leading a fit and healthy lifestyle, many of the recipes offer alternatives and tips, as well as other ways up way to lighten the recipes.

376 pages • 7″ x 10″

24 pages of color photography

Tips, techniques & make-ahead ideas

ISBN 978-0-7788-0246-4

$27.95 CA • $24.95 US • £16.95 UK

Publication Date: October

1 (18.5-ounce) package Devil’s food cake mix
1 (6-ounce) package chocolate instant pudding mix
1-1/4 cups water
1/2 cup vegetable oil
4 large eggs
1 (12-ounce) package semisweet chocolate morsels
1 (6-ounce) package semisweet chocolate morsels
1/2 cup whipping cream

1.Combine first 5 ingredients in a large mixing bowl; beat at medium speed with an electric mixer for 2 minutes. Stir 12-ounce package morsels into batter. Pour batter into a 10-inch Bundt cake pan that has been greased and lightly floured. Bake at 350 degrees for 55 minutes. (toothpick inserted in center will not come out clean!)

2. Cool in pan for 10 minutes; invert on a cooling rack and cool completely.

3. Combine remaining 6-ounce package morsels and whipping cream in small saucepan over medium heat, stirring just until morsels are melted. Cool 15 minutes. Drizzle glaze over cake. Garnish if desired. Let glaze set before serving.

Yield: 10-12 servings