Each week we round up our favorite posts and recipes from our friends at The Kitchn.

This week it's Casserole Week at The Kitchn. Each day they're sharing recipes, fun casserole pans (ooh, mini orange ones), crunchy topping suggestions, and more to get us through the winter doldrums.

Also on the Kitchn:

• Chickpea Casserole with Lemon, Herbs & Shallots: A lightened-up version of the classic "dump-and-mix" dish with just a few cans needed, along with fresh flavors, lighter dairy, and no pasta. Chickpeas! Our chickpea bureau chief Carey Jones might just be making this for dinner tonight.
• Crispy & Crunchy: 5 Best Toppings for Casseroles: A golden-brown crust is the hallmark of an excellent casserole. Try using breadcrumbs, nuts, chow mein noodles, cheese, and thinly sliced caramelized onions.
• Big-Hearted Macaroni & Cheese with Artichokes: It wouldn't officially be Casserole Week without a good mac 'n' cheese recipe.
• Casseroles Around the World: Lasagna, panade, and sformato, oh my!