17 Comforting Dishes That Totally Deliver
Winter time is perfect for breaking out the tried-and-true comfort recipes your mom used to make. For these times, there's David Venable, whom we partnered with on this post.
You can find just about any excuse to get in the kitchen and cook comfort food. Your commute took longer than expected, your boss was grumpy, you tripped while crossing the street, your apartment is cold . . . Really, anything works. Comfort food is what makes it all better, filling you with forkfuls of contentment and smoothing over any troubles. And these tried-and-tested dishes deliver when you're craving something soothing. Source: Lauren Hendrickson, David Venable and Ben Fink Photography, Nicole Perry
Chicken Noodle Soup
Pretty much a comfort-food staple, homemade chicken soup hits the spot when you're in need of some food love. Photo: Anna Monette Roberts
Chicken Cheesesteak Egg Rolls
Egg rolls are a must for late-night noshing or an afternoon snack. This inventive recipe for chicken cheesesteak egg rolls makes this dish even better. Source: David Venable and Ben Fink Photography
Funnel Cake Hot Dogs
Because who wouldn't love the combination of funnel cake and hot dogs? The sweet coating and salty bite are what comfort's all about. And you can watch the video, making it so easy to whip up a batch of your own funnel cake hot dogs. Source: POPSUGAR Studios
Chicken-Spaghetti Casserole
The perfect way to hit your comfort happiness? Toss together this chicken-spaghetti casserole that's also wonderfully easy to make. Photo: Anna Monette Roberts
Baked Potato Soup
Filled with all the flavors you're craving, this baked potato soup is rich, luxurious, and so comforting. Photo: Lauren Hendrickson
Monte Cristo Burger
For those who love a burger, this Monte Cristo burger combines so many flavors that it just might blow your mind. Source: POPSUGAR Studios
Easy Tomato Sauce
A bowl of pasta always hits the spot, so this recipe for easy tomato sauce is a must make after any long day. Photo: Nicole Perry
Frito Pie
You guys, total comfort food at its highest level! We're talking Frito pie, and if you've never had it, you must make this recipe right now. Source: POPSUGAR Studios
Carbonara Potato Skins
You know you really just want to savor a big basket of french fries, so check out this recipe for carbonara potato skins that are filled with creamy goodness. Photo: Susannah Chen
Pizza Cones
Because it's pizza. In a cone. You have to check out this recipe for pizza cones. Source: POPSUGAR Studios
Bacon-Wrapped Hot Dogs
There's something nostalgic about hot dogs, so giving them a bit of a grown-up edge with bacon and caramelized onions really hits the spot. Photo: Nicole Perry
Stuffed French Toast
French toast is always a treat, but when stuffed with strawberries and cream cheese, it's almost too much. Well, not really. And this recipe for stuffed french toast comes together so easily. Source: David Venable and Ben Fink Photography
Spicy Soba Noodles
A big bowl of noodles is essential when not feeling great, and this recipe for spicy soba noodles cures any dramas. Photo: Nicole Perry
Presidential Chili
Love chili? Check out how President Obama likes his cooked with this comforting recipe. Photo: Sara Yoo
Split Pea Soup
Filled with smokey flavor and topped with crushed crackers, split pea soup is a soothing bowl of deliciousness. Bonus? This recipe can be made in your slow cooker. Photo: Anna Monette Roberts
Asparagus Lasagna
Creamy and cheesy with a hint of the earthy flavor of asparagus, this lasagna recipe also leaves your home smelling amazing. Photo: Katie Sweeney
Mac 'n' Cheese Bites
OK, macaroni and cheese is a favorite since birth, so turning it into a crunchy ball of goodness elevates its comfort level. Be warned: you'll probably eat all of these mac 'n' cheese bites in one sitting. And for more great comfort-food recipes, take a look at David Venable's new cookbook, Back Around the Table, an In the Kitchen With David Cookbook from QVC's Resident Foodie.