Warm up with easy make-ahead casseroles and no-fuss stovetop meals

Winter stews and casseroles don't have to be boring. Here are 50 surprisingly simple updates on classic recipes, most of which can be prepared ahead of time and cooked when you're ready to eat. After all, the last thing you want to do after a long day of chilly weather is shop for hard-to-find ingredients in order to prepare an elaborate dinner. Forget about that! Feed the whole family in no time with these stick-to-your-bones dishes, including:

These hearty eats will hit the spot, and bonus: There will be plenty of leftovers for lunch, snacks, or another quick dinner.