Comfort food recipes (2024)

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Our comfort food classics will warm you up on a winter's night. Tuck into cheesy pasta bakes, satisfying pies, hearty stews, indulgent puddings and more.

For more comforting dinner ideas, have a look at our storecupboard comfort food recipes for new ways to use up what's in your cupboards.

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  • Three-cheese meatball lasagne

    A star rating of 4.5 out of 5.70 ratings

    Take lasagne to the next level by swapping the meat sauce for sausage meatballs. The fennel seeds and chilli add another layer of flavour and a little spice

  • Beef enchiladas

    A star rating of 5 out of 5.2 ratings

    Serve enchiladas for a Mexican-inspired family feast. Stuffed with beef mince and black beans and topped with melted cheese, they're a guaranteed crowd-pleaser

  • A star rating of 4.5 out of 5.36 ratings

    Impress dinner guests with this oozy squash and spinach gnocchi dish. Guests will never know you made it in just 30 minutes with the help of a microwave

  • Chicken in white wine sauce

    A star rating of 0 out of 5.0 ratings

    Serve tender chicken in a creamy wine sauce alongside rice or potatoes and your favourite veg – a perfect midweek meal for the whole family

  • A star rating of 0 out of 5.0 ratings

    Tuck into a hearty pie with a rich steak and potato filling and crumbly shortcrust pastry – it makes a crowd-pleasing dinner or even Sunday lunch

  • Chilli con carne recipe

    A star rating of 4.8 out of 5.2598 ratings

    This great chilli recipe has to be one of the best dishes to serve to friends for a casual get-together. An easy sharing favourite that uses up storecupboard ingredients.

  • A star rating of 5 out of 5.1 rating

    Elevate fish pie with a touch of saffron to make a meal you can serve to guests without compromising on your healthy eating routine

  • Beef rissoles

    A star rating of 3.9 out of 5.9 ratings

    Combine meat and veg in these crowd-pleasing beef rissoles – they make a filling and family-friendly supper when served with mash and peas

  • Bigos (Polish hunter's stew)

    A star rating of 3.5 out of 5.2 ratings

    This hearty Polish stew makes a comforting family dinner for wintry days. Cabbage is slow cooked and combined with mushrooms, cooked meats and spices.

  • Chicken stroganoff

    A star rating of 4.4 out of 5.53 ratings

    Use chicken thigh fillets if you prefer in this chicken stroganoff, and use half-fat soured cream for a lighter version. Enjoy with pasta, mash or rice.

  • Next level chocolate fondant

    A star rating of 3.7 out of 5.3 ratings

    Wow dinner guests with our ultimate chocolate fondant. Its molten middle is the stuff of dessert dreams – and we've added in caramel and coffee flavours too

  • A star rating of 4.9 out of 5.166 ratings

    Warm up as the cold nights set in with this glorious hotpot, with slow-cooked pork cooked in cider and sage. It's topped with a crispy layer of potatoes

  • A star rating of 4.7 out of 5.66 ratings

    Give the humble fish pie a flavour-boosting makeover with Tommy Banks' version, made with king prawns, salmon and haddock and topped with a comforting, cheesy mash

  • Blitz-and-bake banana sticky toffee pudding

    A star rating of 5 out of 5.2 ratings

    Indulge in a sticky toffee pud for a comforting dessert. Add a splash of dark rum to the sponge batter as well as the sauce to make it a bit boozy

  • App onlyCheesy potato patchwork pie. This is a premium piece of content available to registered users.

    A star rating of 4.5 out of 5.2 ratings

    Take inspiration from potato dauphinoise for this rustic veggie pie that's bursting with caramelised leeks and cheese. It's ideal for a cosy evening in

  • A star rating of 5 out of 5.2 ratings

    Turn a comforting stew into a show-off pie. With a homemade pastry crust and filling packed with chunks of meltingly tender beef, it's sure to impress guests

  • App onlyBanoffee flapjack crumble. This is a premium piece of content available to registered users.

    A star rating of 4.7 out of 5.6 ratings

    Indulge in a banoffee flapjack crumble for a comforting winter dessert. Enjoy with custard, ice cream, or cold single cream would be equally delicious, too.

  • Bangers and mash with onion gravy

    A star rating of 4.6 out of 5.37 ratings

    Make sausages and mash with love and you're in for a real treat. We’ve perfected this recipe to make it the very best it can be

  • Macaroni cheese lasagne

    A star rating of 4.8 out of 5.60 ratings

    Feeling a bit fuzzy or need some comfort? Mac 'n' cheese and lasagne are sure to do the trick – and here we've combined them for the ultimate indulgent dish

  • Croissant mincemeat sandwich

    A star rating of 0 out of 5.0 ratings

    Treat the family to a croissant sandwich for brunch, with mascarpone and mincemeat filling. They're a decadent sweet treat for Christmas morning

  • A star rating of 4.5 out of 5.9 ratings

    On a mission to eat less meat? Tom Kerridge's roasted cauliflower and chickpea coconut curry will be a new favourite. Enjoy with your choice of sides

  • Sticky toffee apple pudding

    A star rating of 4.5 out of 5.223 ratings

    Try a fruity version of the classic sticky toffee pudding for a rich after-dinner treat. Serve with cream, custard or vanilla ice cream

  • One-pot paneer curry pie

    A star rating of 4.8 out of 5.39 ratings

    What's more comforting than a curry in pie form? This one-pot paneer pie is filled with a makhani-style filling and topped with a crisp puff pastry lid

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Comfort food recipes (2024)

FAQs

What is Gordon Ramsay's comfort food? ›

Potato and Butternut Squash Gratin with Crispy Shallots

Butternut squash lends an autumn twist to this comforting, classic dish. Steeping the cream in aromatics imparts an exciting depth of flavor, while Gruyere cheese leaves a nutty, savory finish to this creamy, decadent dish.

What are considered traditional Southern comfort foods? ›

Some favorite Southern comfort recipes
  • Quick Hoppin' John Soup.
  • Brunswick Stew.
  • Ham with Redeye Gravy.
  • Great-Grandmother Steinbeck's Johnnycake (Cornbread)
  • Chicken and Dumplings IV.
  • Grandma Oma's Pickled Okra.
  • Southern Style Holiday Greens.
  • Oklahoma Cheese Grits.
May 20, 2021

What are the top five comfort foods? ›

Some popular American comfort foods include:
  • Macaroni and cheese.
  • Fried chicken.
  • Mashed potatoes and gravy.
  • Meatloaf.
  • Pot roast.
  • Chicken and dumplings.
  • Chili.
  • Grilled cheese sandwich.
Mar 8, 2011

What is Gordon Ramsay's most favorite dish? ›

However there was one dish that the Duke would love so much that he'd always order his culinary staff to make it for his guests- this dish would then be called the Beef Wellington.

What is a comfort food for sick people? ›

That's short for Bananas, Rice, Applesauce, and Toast—all carbohydrate-rich, easy-to-stomach, and easy-to-digest foods. Bananas pack a lot of nutrients and healthy calories into a not-too-sweet package. An extra bonus is the soluble fiber contained in these peelable prizes.

What is a comfort meal for upset stomach? ›

Plain water and electrolyte drinks are a good option, as are herbal teas and clear soup broths. As far as foods, one recommendation is to follow the "BRAT" diet. BRAT stands for bananas, rice, applesauce and toast. These foods are low in fiber, easily digestible and gentle on the stomach.

What is a comfort food when not feeling well? ›

From toast to grilled cheese to peanut butter & jelly, simple sandwiches are a popular comfort food when sick. Bread is part of the BRAT diet. The BRAT diet consists of easily digestible, doctor-recommended foods that you may eat when you have an upset stomach, diarrhea, nausea, or vomiting.

What are six popular Southern dishes? ›

33 Essential Southern Recipes
  • 01 of 33. Easy Buttermilk Biscuits. ...
  • 02 of 33. Southern-Style Mac 'n' Cheese. ...
  • 03 of 33. Crispy Buttermilk Fried Chicken. ...
  • 04 of 33. Buttermilk Cornbread. ...
  • 05 of 33. Biscoff Banana Pudding. ...
  • 06 of 33. Shrimp with Cheddar-Parmesan Grits. ...
  • 07 of 33. Summer Fruit Cobbler with Vanilla-Mascarpone Biscuits. ...
  • 08 of 33.
Jan 30, 2024

What is the most common comfort food? ›

The most popular comfort food main dish in the country was once again grilled cheese. Hungry residents everywhere from New Jersey to Utah were googling grilled cheese. Overall, it was the top-searched main dish comfort food in eight states.

What is the number 1 most loved food? ›

popularity is the % of people who have a positive opinion of a american dish. Find out more
  1. 1 Mashed potatoes86%
  2. 2 French Fries86%
  3. 3 Hamburgers85%
  4. 4 Cheeseburger83%
  5. 5 Grilled Cheese82%
  6. 6 Steak and Baked potato82%
  7. 7 Hash browns82%
  8. 8 Fried Chicken82%

What is the most comforting food in the world? ›

10 Comfort Foods from Around the World
  • India: Butter Chicken. ...
  • France: Cassoulet. ...
  • Morocco: Harira Soup. ...
  • South Korea: Kimchi Stew (Kimchi Jjigae) ...
  • Mexico: Pozole. ...
  • Greece: Moussaka. ...
  • Thailand: Tom Yum Soup. ...
  • Brazil: Feijoada.

What is the number 1 most liked food? ›

Pizza has rightfully earned its place as the world's most beloved food. This Italian creation has become a staple in numerous countries, with endless variations to suit every taste bud. Whether you prefer thin crust or deep dish, classic Margherita, or loaded pepperoni, pizza has something for everyone.

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