Comfort food means different things to people, but typically it involves food that is creamy or silky in texture and doesn’t have sharp flavors (i.e., spicy, fermented, or pungent flavors).
I try to keep these recipes simple, which makes them even more comforting. Pasta recipes, comforting warm soups and creamy not-so-sweet desserts.
I didn’t expect this recipe for a cheeseburger and pickle soup to be so good. It’s my husband’s concoction and it is certainly nothing fancy, but boy did it hit the trifecta: budget-friendly, quick & easy, and full of flavor! Such a nice addition to cold-weather cooking. It comes together in under an hour, stretches …
This easy pasta dish is rich creamy comfort food in a bowl, perfect for a fall weeknight dinner. It takes less than 30 minutes to from start to finish and hits all the high points: creamy texture, smoky protein, and the autumn flavor of fresh sage. Triple tested for ease of success. Jump to: RECIPE …
Quick Summary: A classic Southern banana pudding made with homemade vanilla custard, Nilla wafers, sliced bananas, and whipped cream instead of meringue. Creamy, not too sweet, and easier than the baked version. Prep: 30 min | Cook: 5 min | Serves: 8 Jump to: RECIPE | Homemade vs Pudding Mix | Ingredients & Substitutions | …
Quick Summary: Mexico’s comfort food classic: toasted noodles in a savory tomato-chipotle broth. This version adds leftover turkey for protein, making it a complete meal. The toasting step is essential, giving the noodles a nutty flavor and preventing them from becoming mushy. Kid-friendly but satisfying for adults. Ready in 30 minutes. Prep: 15 min | …
There is no better Fall breakfast (in my humble opinion!) than rich, velvety pumpkin butter slathered on toast with a cup of coffee. This homemade pumpkin butter is made with apple cider, aromatic spices, sliced ginger and a bit of orange liqueur. It is simple to make a big batch in a slow roaster and …
Quick Summary: Roasted poblano strips cooked with onions, mushrooms, corn, and Mexican crema, folded into cheese quesadillas. Classic comfort food from the Bajío region of Mexico. Vegetarian and endlessly adaptable. Jump to: RECIPE | What is Rajas con Crema? | Ingredients | Char/Peel Poblanos | How to Make | FAQ Rajas con crema is a …
Quick Summary: Osso buco is a Northern Italian braised stew traditionally made with veal shanks, but lamb, beef, or oxtail work beautifully. The shanks braise in wine and stock with vegetables for three hours until fork-tender. The marrow-filled bones give the stew its luxurious texture. Naturally slow-carb and keto-friendly. Prep: 20 min | Cook: 3 …
Quick Summary: A side-by-side comparison of two grilled cheese sandwiches with tomato jam: one made with Velveeta and white bread, the other with gouda and seeded bakery bread. Both are delicious in different ways. Prep time: 10 minutes | Cook time: 10 minutes | Serves: 2 Jump to: Velveeta vs Non-processed Cheese | Best Melting …
Keto mashed cauliflower is a perfect side dish for any weeknight dinner, but is particularly nice at Thanksgiving or as a winter comfort food
This is my lazy-day pozole. Traditional pozole requires rehydrating dried chiles and making a rojo sauce from scratch. This version uses ancho powder for the same smoky flavor with almost no prep. Navy beans stand in for hominy to keep it slow carb compliant. Everything goes in the slow cooker, and six hours later you …
Spiced Mexican coffee uses hot and smoky chile peppers along with cocoa and whipped cream and coffee to make a great drink for winter.
Winter is a time to enjoy the comfort of hygge and making this Plum Amaretto Butter and serving on warm rye toast is an incredible cozy treat