12 Comfort Foods from Around the World You Need to Taste
These 12 comfort foods from around the world are the best way to travel from your kitchen! From hearty stews to savory pies and indulgent desserts, each dish offers a taste of home and tradition from a different corner of the globe. These comforting flavors transcend borders and bring warmth to every bite!
Butter Chicken with Naan (Murgh Makhani)
This Butter Chicken served with Naan on the side is my ultimate comfort food meal. It is spicy, sweet, creamy, and just delicious! Serve it with basmati rice and pan fried naan for a meal you’ll want to make from scratch again and again.
French Onion Soup
This classic French soup starts with butter and delicious, slowly cooked caramelized onions. The onions are then covered with a rich beef stock and seasoned with a splash of white wine. French Onion Soup is a creamy bowl of comfort food. It may be a labor of love to make, but it is worth every delicious bite!
Homemade Macaroni and Cheese Recipe
This homemade macaroni and cheese recipe is the ultimate comfort food. The cheese sauce is thick and creamy, and perfect for transporting you to a cheesy bliss. Plus it comes together in about 25-30 minutes from start to finish on the stovetop, and under 10 minutes in the Instant Pot!
Stoemp (Creamy, Vegetable- Stuffed Mashed Potatoes) from Belgium
Stoemp from Belgium is the epitome of the perfect comfort food. Mashed potatoes are mixed with cream and sauteed vegetables and eaten to experience the taste of a homey and comforting dish.
Sopita (Shell and Cheese Soup) from Mexico
This Shells and Cheese Soup is a popular and simple soup recipe made using shell pasta, tomato sauce, and chicken broth. It is affordable, versatile, and so easy to make!
Beef Rouladen from Germany
This classic German dinner is made of steak stuffed with pickles, bacon, mustard, and onions and then served in a delightful gravy. Make this classic German comfort food to really experience German cuisine.
Classic Moussaka Recipe from Greece
This Classic Moussaka Recipe is a rich, meaty casserole made up of eggplant, potatoes, meat sauce and topped with creamy bechamel sauce. It’s the perfect Greek comfort food dish!
Instant Pot Beef Bourguignon
Stew Beef is cooked in red wine alongside bacon, carrots, mushrooms, and onions, for a deep, umami-rich meal. We are cooking this French classic in an Instant Pot to cut the cook time for this recipe in half!
Blueberry Custard Pie
This Blueberry Custard Pie is the perfect easy spring/summer dessert! It is flavored with blueberries and lemons and has a delicious sugar cookie crust.
Danish Meatballs in a Creamy Gravy
This recipe for Frikadeller is my new favorite for a fall appetizer or main meal. These Danish meatballs come smothered in a creamy, sage gravy that will make you fall in love.
Soft Meatballs Recipe
Meatballs are a classic Italian-American dish that are simple to make and a definite crowd pleaser. This recipe is a favorite in my family, takes only 10 minutes to prep, and is so flavorful. You’ll want to make this again and again!
Chicken Katsudon Recipe
Chicken Katsudon is a new way to enjoy chicken katsu with a thick eggy sauce that adds incredible flavor to the chicken and rice. It’s a flavorful dish that’s perfect for lunch or dinner!
