45 Comfort Food Recipes and Winter Meal Ideas To Warm You up on Cold Nights |

45 Comfort Food Recipes and Winter Meal Ideas To Warm You up on Cold Nights |

Chicken Stuffing Casserole

This simple weeknight supper tastes like holiday leftovers in the best way.

Get the recipe: Chicken Stuffing Casserole

Related: 55 Best Leftover Chicken Recipes

Krista Marshall

Easy Beef Pot Pie

Pot pie isn’t just for chicken—this is a great use for leftover pot roast.

Get the recipe: Easy Beef Pot Pie

Liz Pearson

Mississippi Pot Roast

There is a reason this easy recipe went viral—it’s delicious!

Get the recipe: Mississippi Pot Roast

Alice Knisley Matthias

Sheet Pan Macaroni and Cheese

The best mac and cheese of your life starts with a sheet pan! Creamy but still baked to a delicious crunch factor too.

Get the recipe: Sheet Pan Macaroni and Cheese

Krista Marshall

Slow Cooker London Broil

The best beef roast you will ever taste, this comes out tender and juicy every single time.

Get the recipe: Slow Cooker London Broil

Krista Marshall

Crock Pot Italian Meatballs

These flavorful slow-cooked meatballs are perfect for a plate of pasta or a sub sandwich dripping with the yum factor.

Get the recipe: Crock Pot Italian Meatballs

Krista Marshall

Creamy Sausage Tortellini Soup

Come inside to a hearty soup that tastes like it was cooked all day, but can be on the table in about 30 minutes.

Get the recipe: Creamy Sausage Tortellini Soup

Krista Marshall

Cheesy Baked Tortellini

This casserole supper has both red and white sauces, giving it all the yummy Italian flavors you love.

Get the recipe: Cheesy Baked Tortellini

Krista Marshall

Olive Garden Chicken Gnocchi Soup

This copycat recipe is totally budget-friendly thanks to using canned chicken.

Get the recipe: Olive Garden Chicken Gnocchi Soup

Krista Marshall

Amish Casserole

Say hello to your next favorite weeknight supper made with pantry ingredients.

Get the recipe: Amish Casserole

Related: 30 Tried and True Casserole Recipes

Krista Marshall

Shepherd’s Pie

If you think this classic recipe is labor-intensive and time-consuming, think again.

Get the recipe: Shepherd’s Pie

Jon Ashton

Creamy Taco Soup

When Taco Tuesday includes freezing temps, this is the perfect compromise.

Get the recipe: Creamy Taco Soup

Krista Marshall

Tortellini Alfredo

Homemade Alfredo sauce is easier than you might think, and this recipe will prove it!

Get the recipe: Tortellini Alfredo

Krista Marshall

Copycat Wendy’s Chili

Nothing says winter time comfort food like a big bowl of chunky chili.

Get the recipe: Copycat Wendy’s Chili

Krista Marshall

Crock Pot Beef Stew

Big chunks of meat and veggies in a warm broth feel like a hug on a cold day.

Get the recipe: Crock Pot Beef Stew

Mark Boughton Photography

Hamburger Casserole

This retro casserole has been making a comeback on social media because it is made with cheap ingredients to feed a hungry crowd.

Get the recipe: Hamburger Casserole

Krista Marshall

Crock Pot Salisbury Steak

A Sunday supper favorite can now be enjoyed any night of the week.

Get the recipe: Crock Pot Salisbury Steak

Krista Marshall

One-Skillet Chicken Pot Pie Recipe

A classic comfort food can now be a 30-minute meal.

Get the recipe: One-Skillet Chicken Pot Pie Recipe

Chad A Elick

Copycat Bob Evans Chicken and Noodles

A popular restaurant staple gets an easy update thanks to the Crock Pot.

Get the recipe: Copycat Bob Evans Chicken and Noodles

Krista Marshall

Slow Cooker Meatloaf

This isn’t your mom’s meatloaf, it’s easier!

Get the recipe: Slow Cooker Meatloaf

Related: 50 Best Slow Cooker Beef Recipes

Mark Boughton Photography

Easy Goulash

This has been a go-to recipe for many families to save time, money and energy after a long day.

Get the recipe: Easy Goulash

Krista Marshall

Crock Pot Irish Stew

Beef Stew is the epitome of wintertime comfort food, and this version has big flavor.

Get the recipe: Crock Pot Irish Stew

Krista Marshall

Classic Tuna Noodle Casserole

This childhood favorite is now a great supper after a long day.

Get the recipe: Classic Tuna Noodle Casserole

Krista Marshall

Slow Cooker Creamy Chicken Stew

This stick-to-your-ribs stew is filled with big bites of chicken, perfectly cooked veggies and rich, creamy broth.

Get the recipe: Slow Cooker Creamy Chicken Stew

Krista Marshall

Slow Cooker Split Pea Soup

This vintage recipe never gets old thanks to deep flavor from simple ingredients.

Get the recipe: Slow Cooker Split Pea Soup

Krista Marshall

Slow Cooker Beef Burgundy

This meal is melt-in-your-mouth good.

Get the recipe: Slow Cooker Beef Burgundy

Joyce Kaut

Ground Beef Stroganoff

Beef Stroganoff is a classic comfort food, but this version goes a little easier on the wallet thanks to ground beef.

Get the recipe: Ground Beef Stroganoff

Krista Marshall

French Onion Pasta

This pasta version of French onion soup makes a simple, delicious comfort meal full of onion flavor and gooey melted cheese. Sweet onions are caramelized in olive oil and butter to form the base of the sauce.

Get the recipe: French Onion Pasta

Roasted Tomatoes with Goat Cheese Polenta

Roasted tomatoes with goat cheese polenta—an easy vegetarian recipe adaptable to whatever veggies you have on hand. Healthy meets comfort food!

Get the recipe: Roasted Tomatoes with Goat Cheese Polenta

Pinch of Yum

Thai Butternut Squash Red Curry

Ultra delicious Thai-inspired butternut squash red curry that is creamy, spicy, rich and comforting! The sweet butternut squash pairs beautifully with all the red curry spices.

Get the recipe: Thai Butternut Squash Red Curry

Related: 58 Best Butternut Squash Recipes

Little Spice Jar

Gluten-Free Chicken and Dumplings

This gluten-free chicken and dumplings makes the perfect weeknight comfort food!

Get the recipe: Gluten-Free Chicken and Dumplings

Noshtastic

Chuck Roast with Balsamic and Dijon

This chuck roast recipe takes just minutes to prep and has the winning flavor combination of balsamic and dijon to make it extra special.

Get the recipe: Chuck Roast with Balsamic and Dijon

The Wicked Noodle

Chicken Noodle Casserole

This comforting and delicious casserole has all the elements of the classic soup and more! This is a family-favorite!

Get the recipe: Chicken Noodle Casserole

Life In The Lofthouse

One Pot Cajun Chicken Bacon Pasta Alfredo

Ready for the ultimate one-pot dinner? This Cajun chicken pasta alfredo is unbelievably simple to throw together and absolutely the best kind of comfort food—it’s on the dinner table in only 30!

Get the recipe: One-Pot Cajun Chicken Bacon Pasta Alfredo

Whole and Heavenly Oven

Shrimp and Corn Risotto with Bacon

Shrimp and corn risotto with bacon is an American twist on traditional risotto and the perfect summer comfort food!

Get the recipe: Shrimp and Corn Risotto with Bacon

From A Chef’s Kitchen

Beef Short Ribs with Mushroom Risotto

Tender beef short ribs braised in the slow cooker until the meat falls off the bone, and served over creamy mushroom risotto. This is a flavorful, comforting dish that the whole family will love!

Get the recipe: Beef Short Ribs with Mushroom Risotto

Flavor The Moments

Broccoli and Cheddar Twice-Baked Potatoes

These broccoli and cheddar twice-baked potatoes are the epitome of comfort food! Add a salad to make them a full meal.

Get the recipe: Broccoli and Cheddar Twice-Baked Potatoes

Baker By Nature

Zucchini Noodles in Creamy Tomato Sauce

Try these zucchini noodles for a low-carb comfort dinner that will be on your table in less than 20 minutes!

Get the recipe: Zucchini Noodles in Creamy Tomato Sauce

Eat Well 101

One-Pot Spicy Pork Ragu with Orzo

This deeply flavored spicy pork ragu with orzo makes for a delicious and comforting dinner. So simple and ready in just 30 minutes.

Get the recipe: One-Pot Spicy Pork Ragu with Orzo

Jo Cooks

Skillet Beef Broccoli Ramen

The best way to enjoy beef and broccoli is over ramen noodles!

Get the recipe: Skillet Beef Broccoli Ramen

Related: 63 Best Broccoli Recipes

Chelsea’s Messy Apron

Beef Noodle Stir Fry

This quick and easy beef noodle stir fry takes under 30 minutes and is easily made gluten-free! Full of veggies, beef and a flavorful sauce, your whole family will love it!

Get the recipe: Beef Noodle Stir Fry

Fox and Briar

Mushroom Spaghetti Aglio Olio

Mushroom spaghetti aglio olio: a simple but incredibly tasty and fulfilling meal that you can make from scratch in just 40 minutes. Best of all, it’s gluten-free and vegan too!

Get the recipe: Mushroom Spaghetti Aglio Olio

Dish by Dish

Swedish Meatballs in Brown Gravy

Swedish meatballs nuzzled in a simple yet creamy brown gravy! Just like IKEA but only better.

Get the recipe: Swedish Meatballs in Brown Gravy

Little Spice Jar

Spicy Thai Curry Pumpkin Noodle Soup

Creamy, comforting spicy Thai curry pumpkin noodle soup gets ready in 20 minutes and the recipe takes you back to Thailand!

Get the recipe: Spicy Thai Curry Pumpkin Noodle Soup

My Food Story

Korean BBQ Bowls with Garlic-Scented Rice

Hearty Korean BBQ bowls made with bulgogi beef, garlic-scented rice, quick cucumber carrot salad and half-boiled eggs. These bowls are warm, comforting and loaded with protein.

Get the recipe: Korean BBQ Bowls with Garlic Scented Rice

Related: 25 Authentic Korean Recipes

Little Spice Jar