Comfort Food Recipes - Hearty Meals

Roasted zucchini and a homemade tomato sauce bursting with aromatic herbs mingle with roasted bell peppers in this pasta casserole topped with two types of cheese—Pecorino and Provolone. Thanks to...

These beef and rice bowls are the epitome of Japanese comfort food. Gyudon is typically home-cooked, but it's also common in fast-food restaurants across the country. Gyudon consists of...

This simple and delicious shepherd's pie is made with ground lamb, and frozen chopped vegetables make the whole process quicker. Top the rich meat stew with creamy mashed potatoes,...

Sweet lobster meat is simmered in a delicate creamy sauce with corn, peas, lemon zest, and a touch of melting Gruyere, then baked under a layer of flaky tarragon biscuits. A perfect summer...

This chicken pot pie is so good, it's hard to believe it only took 16 minutes to make. "Deconstructed" means the filling and the puff pastry are cooked separately (much faster than...

In this recipe, Rachael Ray combines ingredients from the most popular Thanksgiving dishes so you can enjoy these flavors year-round. A juicy meatloaf made with turkey and bread stuffing...

After boiling the noodles, don't discard all the water from the pan. This starchy liquid will be the perfect base for a light, buttery sauce. Toss the cooked noodles with fresh herbs, and you'll have...

Butter transforms many foods into masterpieces, and beef steak is no exception. A flat iron steak (cut from the shoulder of a beef steer) is basted with melted butter while grilling with thyme...

Lutein, the yellow pigment in corn, is a member of the carotenoid family, which are found in abundance in yellow, orange, and red fruits and vegetables. However, lutein isn't found everywhere: besides...

Any food is more fun when eaten on a skewer, and these crispy chicken corn dogs are a perfect example! Strips of chicken breast are threaded onto wooden skewers, dipped in corn batter, and grilled in...

Nöfla are small dumplings brought to the Dakotas (USA) by German immigrants. Recipe author Molly Yeh calls them "the best-kept secret of the upper Midwest." She prepares...

French onion soup and chicken noodle soup meet in this delicious casserole with a tender filling and crisp topping. Toss cooked noodles with caramelized onions,...

French onion soup is traditionally served with a topping of toasted bread and melted cheese, but this recipe introduces it to an American classic: mac 'n' cheese. Share...

An incredibly simple side dish for a holiday turkey, this casserole is a cross between cornbread and corn pudding. It's moist and delicious, especially with its chewy...

These cookies are made with melted chocolate (not cocoa like most other chocolate chip cookies), resulting in a soft, chewy, and rich flavor that...

"I've added everything I could to these cookies," Ree Drummond shares. "They have a wonderful flavor. The subtle peanut butter and Nutella flavors, the finely chopped nuts, and the M&Ms really make them stand out..."

American chocolate chip cookie lovers fall into two camps: those who prefer soft and chewy cookies, while those who prefer thin and crispy ones are more appealing. If you're one of the latter, this recipe is especially for...

In this recipe, Ina Garten uses larger chocolate chips instead of the standard teardrop-shaped chocolate chips. This means you'll get even more chocolate in each cookie! The cookies also...

Sausages with sweet peppers and onions are a popular dish that everyone loves! This version is made entirely in one pot and includes three different types of peppers (including a slightly hot...

This dish is a mushroom version of beef bourguignon, minus the beef. A thick, aromatic stew with royal button mushrooms, pancetta, Burgundy wine, and aromatic herbs, served with...

Summer vegetables infuse this pasta with richness and vibrant color. Combine cooked spaghetti with green zucchini, sweet red tomatoes, and yellow corn, topped with walnuts, Parmesan, and...

Impress your guests with an elegant, restaurant-style appetizer that's also easy to prepare. Crispy phyllo dough pouches filled with warm goat cheese are served with a light salad...

When it comes to soups, celery is most often relegated to the role of a stir-fry ingredient, but in this creamy soup, it's the star! A whole bunch of celery stalks and celery root fill the soup...

Ina Garten knows the secret to a delicious baked chicken that will be a hit at your party. What's more, the chicken is easy to prepare, with no marinating and a minimum of ingredients. All you need is...

Spaetzle are a cross between noodles and dumplings, a side dish in Eastern European cuisine consisting of small, boiled pieces of dough. If you've ever thought about making homemade noodles,...

The superb combination of butter, garlic, lemon, and parsley is known as "cowboy butter." It makes any dish or appetizer a hundred times more delicious, like those prepared with this...

If you've used those beautiful broccoli florets for a holiday meal, don't throw away those unsightly stems! They're also rich in vitamins, minerals, and fiber. Plus, they account for almost...

The name of the Sloppy Joe sandwich speaks for itself. Instead of a traditional patty, it's made with a meat sauce heaped between the two bun halves. Very...

Unlike classic Buffalo wings, this recipe coats the wings in flour before deep-frying, then, after being fried and coated in a mixture of butter and hot sauce, they...

Fried natural pork chops on the bone are served with a delicate mushroom sauce with sour cream and herbs, which perfectly enhances the flavor of the meat. If you prefer a more intense...

This strawberry pie is a signature dish at Louisiana restaurant Strawn's, a popular favorite since opening in 1944, and you definitely won't leave without trying it. Recipe...

If you love cinnamon, then Snickerdoodle cookies are for you! The dense dough is formed into balls, then rolled in a sugar-cinnamon mixture and baked. As they bake, the balls...

During the autumn months, we want to enjoy pumpkin dishes as often as possible, and this lasagna will be a great addition to your collection of the best pumpkin recipes. The lasagna is prepared in the form of...

"My grandmother used to make this beef and okra stew," shares Cardea Brown. "It reminds me of my childhood in Charleston. This recipe has been passed down in my family for generations..."

This vegetarian recipe was inspired by classic homemade chicken dumpling soup. The chicken broth was replaced with vegetable broth, and the shredded chicken was replaced with chickpeas, which are also rich in protein. In fact...

Pot pie, or chicken in a battered pot, is a popular comfort food enjoyed by both adults and children. Sunny Anderson's recipe puts a Tex-Mex twist on the classic...

If you want to make your own fresh pasta but don't have a special machine or the necessary skills, try making spaetzle! The only special equipment you'll need is a colander, and the dough doesn't even...

This Chicken Parmesan Lasagna Cheese Meal features layers of crispy, breaded fried chicken cutlets, tomato sauce, and three cheeses (mozzarella, ricotta, and Parmesan). Serve...

"When I was growing up in India, masala cheese toast was a common breakfast item," recalls Manit Chauhan. "It was made with Amul processed cheese, the only processed cheese available in...

This versatile bean soup recipe works with a wide variety of ingredients you have on hand. Using the formula "legumes + smoked meats + vegetables + flavorings + herbs," you...

The base of this pasta sauce is Italian tomato marinara sauce, which you can make ahead and refrigerate until ready to use. When you're ready to cook the pasta, simply...

This recipe was created in response to a challenge: to make a low-calorie version of mac 'n' cheese that was healthy, simple, yet just as delicious as the original. In the end, it was just three...