19 Comfort Food Recipes That Prove Grandma Really Did It Best
here’s just something about Grandma’s cooking that can’t be replicated—those warm, hearty dishes that always felt like a hug after a long day. From bubbling casseroles to perfectly golden pies, her recipes weren’t just meals, they were memories made at the dinner table. These comfort food classics prove that Grandma really did it best, reminding us why her kitchen will always be the gold standard. Get ready to relive the flavors of home with these 19 timeless recipes.
Beef Steak Pie
Beef Steak Pie is a wonderful old recipe that needs to be brought back to life! It is a rich, meaty steak and mushroom pie recipe that gives you a taste of history and is super comforting for cold weather days!
Homemade Biscuits and Gravy
Homemade Biscuits and Gravy is a time-honored classic American breakfast recipe made with flaky buttermilk biscuits smothered with the BEST creamy sausage gravy!
Chicken Divan Casserole
This chicken Divan casserole can be put together with leftovers and thrown in the oven, yet it is such an amazing comfort food recipe! Pull apart a rotisserie chicken or pan-fry some chicken meat for a delicious, classic family meal! It’s an easy dish that makes a fantastic dinner any day of the week!
Best Sloppy Joe Recipe
Our easy Homemade Sloppy Joes are made from scratch in under 30 minutes for satisfying, saucy dinner sandwiches that the whole family loves! Pile the meat on your favorite soft buns and get ready to get messy with this classic comfort food!
Pineapple Delight
The light, creamy, and sweetly-tangy tropical flavors of Pineapple Delight is a refreshing summertime treat. A homemade graham cracker crust, a pineapple layer, then a creamy pineapple layer topped with coconut.
Instant Pot Stuffed Peppers
This recipe for Instant Pot Stuffed Peppers are a quick take on a classic! The peppers are stuffed with ground meat and rice and topped with tomato sauce.
Mac and Cheese Carbonara Recipe
A combination of cheeses, crispy bacon, the creaminess and richness of egg yolks and a crunchy, cheesy topping make this Mac and Cheese Carbonara deliciously amazing!
Crockpot Shepherd’s Pie
Let’s take a classic recipe and make it even better! This Crockpot Shepherds Pie is an easy way to enjoy hearty ground beef and tender veggies topped with cheesy mashed potatoes.
Caramel Apple Pie
Caramel Apple Pie is a scrumptious twist on a classic dessert with a buttery, flaky crust, sweet caramel sauce (salted if you want!), and cinnamon spiced apples.
The Best Classic Lasagna Recipe
Nothing says love like a big pan of layered cheese, pasta, meat, and sauce. This Classic Lasagna recipe is always a crowd pleaser made with 4 simple layers, and comes together in just minutes with an easy hack. The oven does the rest for you! This classic meat lasagna recipe is a traditional Italian one and sure to become a family favorite in no time!
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!
Fried Green Tomatoes
Golden brown cornmeal crust, firm yet tender center, Fried Green Tomatoes are a wonderful appetizer with incredible flavor and crunch. This classic Southern dish is a summer staple as iconic as sweet tea, porch swings and fireflies.
Chicken and Dumpling Soup
Chicken and Dumpling Soup is the ultimate comfort food to make on a cold night. I’ve also included the best tips to make this family favorite, simple recipe even quicker. This southern chicken dish is sure to be a comforting meal for the whole family.
Easy Shepherd’s Pie
This quick Shepherd’s Pie is a casserole-style dish made with frozen vegetables like peas, corn, carrots, and green beans and is perfect for an easy dinner.
Slow Cooker White Chicken Chili
Slow Cooker White Chicken Chili is so easy to make and the perfect family meal. Completely homemade and packed with incredible flavor!
Crockpot Meatloaf
This crockpot meatloaf recipe is always a big hit at my house. It makes a delicious meatloaf with the best sweet and tangy glaze — I can hardly get it to the dinner table before everyone tries to dig in!
Beef Cobbler
This Beef Cobbler is the ultimate comfort food recipe that’s so simple to make. We make the beef base in the slow cooker for ease and then bake with the best cheddar bay biscuit topping. It’s a family classic that’s been passed down from my grandmother to me and happens to be one of our favorite family meals.
Ricotta Stuffed Shells
I adore any pasta shape — thick pastas like tagliatelle, spirally ones like cavatappi, and little ones like conchiglie or orecchiette. However, on a night when I need some hearty comfort food, nothing is as amazing as stuffed pastas and this classic stuffed shells recipe tops my list.
Classic Chili Recipe
This is the BEST Classic Chili Recipe, loaded with savory beef, Italian sausage, and beans in a bold, hearty sauce. It’s perfect for soup weather with a large chunk of cornbread, served on top of baked potatoes, in queso dips, or as a hot dog topping!
