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Try swapping out chicken for pork, or do a combination of the two. If you're looking for pure comfort in a bowl, you'll find it in sancocho, a Latin-American meat stew brimming with root vegetables and scented with cilantro. Minimal active prep time, and a long, slow and low cooking makes this stew perfect for a lazy winter weekend. Risotto is a creamy, comforting dish and this version studs the classic risotto with butternut squash for a fall and winter seasonal twist. If you are in a pinch, feel buy pre-cubed squash instead of prepping the whole squash yourself.
This tofu veggie stir-fry is quick and easy, making it a great go-to weeknight meal. Baked tofu has a firm, toothsome texture that crisps well in a hot pan. You can find it in flavors like teriyaki and sesame, both of which are delicious here. Or opt for a smoked version, which has the same texture with a more robust flavor. The best fried chicken recipes, like this one, use simple ingredients to create a crispy, golden-brown result. Check out our favorite sides for fried chicken to complete your meal.
Creamy Vegan Miso Butter Ramen
Breakfast, lunch and dinner are all featured in this roundup, and with four- and five-star reviews, we're not surprised that these delicious dishes made the cut. Recipes like our Cucumber Sandwich and Chicken & Spinach Skillet Pasta with Lemon & Parmesan are incredibly tasty choices that you have to try. This recipe transforms basic pantry ingredients into a bubbling, pizza-like vegetarian main. Serve with crusty bread to sop everything up, and a fresh green salad to balance everything out. These turkey burgers are super flavorful thanks to onion and chili powder.

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Creamy fish & leek pie
But being the mildest and sweetest variety of the gluten-free fermented paste, it won't overpower this dish. Use any leftover salmon to make our Lemon-Garlic Pasta with Salmon, Easy Scallion-Salmon Dip or Spicy Salmon Cakes . Gumbo is a Creole soup from Louisiana, and this untraditional variation includes gochujang—a spicy-sweet Korean chili paste.
In other words, they're basically the ultimate easy weeknight dinner. Feel free to add additional vegetables and swap the shrimp for chicken, steak, tofu or edamame. A block of warm, creamy feta screams comfort food to us, and we love it in this Greek-inspired recipe with olives, oregano, and red onion. Make sure you have plenty of bread or pita crackers to scoop up every last bit. Adobo varies slightly from region to region but the flavor is always deep and comforting.
Braised Short Ribs with Gravy
Don't be fooled by the name; there is no chicken in this recipe. It is so called because the cube steak is cooked in the same style as crispy, breaded chicken. The crispy fried steaks are topped with a creamy peppery white gravy that is pure comfort, especially when served alongside a bowl of buttery mashed potatoes. When the temperature outdoors plunges, there's no better time to hunker down inside, cuddle up by the fire, and eat some hearty, warming food. There are plenty of cozy recipes here, including quick and easy options for weeknight suppers, meatless meals, and even some Sunday supper worthy dishes. And the dishes span the globe as well, from Korean to Indian to French, offering a wide variety of flavor in the name of comfort food.
Several varieties of flaky white fish can be used for these tacos. When you go to the market to purchase fish, the best strategy is to be flexible and choose the variety that looks freshest that day. This vegan burger recipe is one you'll want to make again and again. We recommend making extra sauce--it's a great dip for veggie sticks and, thinned with a little water, it makes a wonderful salad dressing.
Beef in Mushroom Gravy
Serve over pappardelle, polenta, or whichever grain you prefer. Whether made for breakfast, lunch, or dinner, pancakes are always a comfort food. This pancake recipe has nearly 15,000 five-star ratings, so it's safe to say it's been vetted and approved by our community of home cooks.

Charred asparagus, tossed with a bright, herby sauce, makes for a perfect, easy side dish. From mac and cheese to pot pie and lentil soup, this recipe roundup covers all the comfort food bases and has something for everyone. Here, our top 34 hand-picked recipes to warm your hearts and bellies this season. Fluffy rice is topped with a fried pork cutlet and egg that has been cooked in a slightly sweet and salty broth. This dish is a great way to use up leftover rice, and is ready in under 45 minutes. Mushroom stock is the magical ingredient that makes this richly flavored mushroom risotto one of the most delicious variations on the classic Italian recipe.
Conjure up a cozy bistro lunch at home with this classic French onion soup that needs only five ingredients. Brimming with sweet, caramelized onions in rich, beefy broth and topped with crispy, toasted bread and melting cheese, it's just the thing to warm you up on a cold winter day. Taco night meets baked potato night with this simple recipe for loaded baked potatoes with salsa, beans and avocado. This easy, healthy family dinner comes together with just 10 minutes of active time, so you can make it on even the busiest of weeknights. This recipe is just as delicious with sweet potatoes in place of russets.
To save time, swap in drained canned lentils--just make sure to look for low-sodium and give them a rinse before adding them to the salad. Corn chowder gets a smoky upgrade in this recipe thanks to the addition of bacon and smoked paprika. Shower with sliced scallions before serving for a bright, fresh component. This twist on mac and cheese contains (don't tell the kids) chopped cauliflower, which adds a nutty essence. Casserole Dish filled with broccoli cheddar chicken and rice casserole with a wooden spoon scooping some out. Allrecipes is part of the Dotdash Meredith publishing family.