(Family Features) After a day battling the cold and fighting the wind, a comforting meal made at home is often just what you crave. Turn those blustery winter conditions into warm, cozy evenings with favorite recipes that offer not only convenience but provide a little kick of spice.

For a savory solution the entire family can enjoy together, this cheesy Buffalo Cauliflower Casserole combines jasmine rice, cheddar cheese, roasted cauliflower, Buffalo hot sauce, and crumbled blue cheese for a crave-worthy oven bake.

Prepare the Minute Instant Jasmine Rice in just 5 minutes for a quick mealtime solution without compromising quality or taste. Next, heat the oven and mix the ingredients then sit back and wait for a golden brown casserole with a cheesy interior and tantalizing blend of spicy, salty, and tangy flavors.

Topped with green onions, this vegetarian meal is sure to please your hungry loved ones. If meat lovers need a bite of protein, simply serve alongside seared chicken or beef.

Visit MinuteRice.com to find more family-friendly ways to warm up mealtimes all winter long.

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Buffalo Cauliflower Casserole

Prep time: 10 minutes

Cook time: 30 minutes

Servings: 6

• 2 cups Minute Jasmine Rice
• 1 package (8 ounces) plain cream cheese, softened
• 1/2 cup Buffalo hot sauce
• 4 cups frozen cauliflower florets, blanched and cooled
• 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
• 1/3 cup finely crumbled blue cheese
• 2 green onions, thinly sliced

Preheat oven to 400 F. Prepare rice according to package directions. Transfer to a greased 8-by-8-inch baking dish.

In a medium bowl, stir cream cheese and hot sauce. Add cauliflower, cheddar cheese, salt, and pepper; toss to combine. Spoon over rice. Sprinkle with blue cheese.

Bake 25-30 minutes until golden brown and bubbly. Sprinkle with green onions.

Tips: Substitute goat cheese or feta for blue cheese, if desired. Meat lovers can serve as a side dish to seared chicken or beef.