12 Irresistible Winter Comfort Foods to Make Every Night Cozier
When the temperatures drop, there’s nothing better than a warm, hearty meal to keep the chill at bay. These 12 irresistible winter comfort foods are packed with cozy flavors and satisfying ingredients, perfect for any cold evening. From creamy casseroles to soul-warming soups, these recipes are all about bringing joy to your table. Get ready to embrace the season with dishes that make staying in the best part of winter!
Eggplant Parmesan (Eggplant Parmigiana)
This baked Eggplant Parmesan recipe (aka eggplant parmigiana) is classic Italian comfort food at its finest, with crispy eggplant rounds, savory marinara, and gooey cheese. We’ve tested our recipe over and over to make it easier than most homemade versions, and it’s a total crowd pleaser!
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!
Easy Stovetop Beef Stew
If you are in the need for some hearty comfort food, then this one pot easy beef stew is perfect! Packed full of veggies and loaded with flavor, this quick to prep meal is perfect for the whole family.
Pesto Pasta with Shrimp and Tomatoes Recipe
This recipe for Pesto Pasta with Shrimp and Tomatoes is comfort food at its finest, and best of all; you can have it on the table in less than 20 minutes. It’s the pasta dinner of your dreams!
Homemade Butterscotch Pudding Recipe
This silky and decadent Butterscotch Pudding is the ultimate comfort food creamy dessert, packed with rich flavor and caramel notes from dark brown sugar. Topped with whipped cream, toffee bits, caramel, and grated chocolate this homemade pudding recipe will satisfy all your cravings.
Sloppy Joe Cornbread Casserole
This simple Sloppy Joe Cornbread Casserole recipe is a twist on a childhood favorite. It’s a budget-friendly, comfort food meal the whole family will love! Plus, it’s an easy weeknight meal that takes less than an hour to make.
Pulled Pork Mac and Cheese
With a perfect fusion of creamy homemade cheese sauce, filling pasta, and smoky bbq, this Pulled Pork Mac and Cheese is a dinner dream come true. The irresistibly mouthwatering combination of lusciously rich mac and cheese with pulled pork deliciousness is certain to have the whole family coming back for seconds (or thirds!). Now that I think about it, you may wanna make a double batch!
Cheesy Vegetarian Zucchini Lasagna
Satisfy your craving for Italian with this amazing low-carb Vegetarian Zucchini Lasagna. It’s comfort food minus the carbs. Tonight, we are going to manga bene (eat good)!
Broccoli Cheese Soup
Tender broccoli simmered in a rich, creamy cheesy broth makes this easy Broccoli Cheese Soup a family favorite. Prepared in just a few minutes, this flavorful soup is ideal for busy weeknights.
Panera Chicken Tortellini Alfredo
This rich and creamy chicken alfredo tortellini tastes just like (if not even better than!) the now discontinued Panera Bread version. Made with a homemade alfredo sauce, this easy weeknight copycat recipe is comfort food done right!
Tartiflette Recipe
A traditional winter recipe with cheese and potatoes, Tartiflette is rich, satisfying comfort food straight from the French Alps.
Comforting Beefy Noodle Casserole
In these long, dreary winter months, there’s nothing quite so comforting as coming in out of the cold and sitting down to a hot meal. Nothing fancy, nothing trendy, just good solid food that warms you up inside and out.
