Comfort Food

Love chicken soup and potato soup? Have both with this creamy potato and chicken soup made with shredded chicken breast, carrots, celery, and cream cheese. This easy potato soup with chicken whips up in 30 minutes. My family makes soup a lot, especially during the fall and winter months. ingredients All you need is a …

A simple and budget-friendly potato soup with just 4 ingredients, this soup is made on the stovetop with russet potatoes, milk, sour cream, salt and pepper. My family loves potatoes, especially if it’s an easy dinner. We could eat them with every meal, and there’s nothing better than an old fashioned potato soup. For this …

Corn Chip Salad is made with corn kernels, cheese, smoked paprika, Fritos, peppers, and red onion in a flavorful party dish everyone will love. our favorite summer salad This Corn Chip Salad salad is a summer favorite at BBQs and parties and it’s an easy appetizer. There’s never any left as it is always a …

Tomato Cracker Salad is a must-have for Southerners like myself, and there’s no better summer recipe than this easy recipe made with ripe tomatoes, mayo, and saltine crackers. Serve at your next BBQ! If you’ve never had a tomato cracker salad, you’re in for a treat. Now, if you’re not from the south this may …

This Shrimp Pasta Salad has it all: creamy, tangy dressing over cooked pasta, shrimp, bell peppers and cucumbers. There’s nothing like a creamy seafood pasta salad for BBQs or potluck side dish. Because it is served chilled, this pasta salad is a refreshing summer dish. There is no hard and fast rule on when you …

Sweet and tangy grilled pork belly burnt ends are a delicious dish perfect for BBQ parties and gatherings. These pork ends are coated with a special dry rub and BBQ sauce, then smoked to perfection. This BBQ pork burnt ends recipe is easy to follow and the perfect recipe for any cookout. Serve it up …

Pulled pork sliders are a perfect dish you can enjoy with your friends and family. These are small, bite-sized fluffy rolls filled with pulled pork, fresh coleslaw, BBQ sauce and pickles. A quick dish to feed a crowd! If you are looking for a fun and easy pork recipe that works perfectly for the Super …

Soft, fluffy, buttery rolls are served with a sweet, cinnamon honey butter making it feel as though Texas Roadhouse had served them up. There’s nothing more comforting than a hearty dinner with sweet dinner rolls. My family makes these amazing Texas Roadhouse Rolls at least once a week and serve them with everything from chicken …

These Jumbo Buttermilk Biscuits are a Southern delicacy and go perfectly with gravy, butter, honey or jam. The only biscuit recipe you’ll ever need. This is the ONLY biscuit recipe you’ll ever need, hands down. We make these biscuits for breakfast or dinner, with Southern White Gravy or as biscuit sandwiches on the go. They’re …

Oven pot roast is a delicious dish served on special occasions like gatherings or holidays. It is a meaty, rich, and wholesome dish. The perfect pot roast has tender and juicy meat, perfectly cooked vegetables, and a rich, silky gravy. This dish is not just tasteful, but the meat literally melts in your mouth. Chuck …

Air fryer salmon cakes are simple, quick, healthy, and delicious. Served with a homemade creamy dill sauce, these cakes are perfect for lunch and dinner. Above all, these cakes are easy to store and an excellent choice for meal preps.  Why should you make salmon cakes in an air fryer? Salmon cakes are not just …

Classic, easy shepherd’s pie is a humble yet hearty and delicious dish you can enjoy any time of the day. This savory mashed potato pie is made with vegetables and ground meat cooked in spices and topped with creamy, fluffy mashed potatoes. If you are looking for an easy shepherd’s pie recipe, read ahead, and …

Make Crispy Air Fryer Chicken Tenders just as tasty as your favorite drive-thru. These versatile chicken strips are perfectly crunchy with panko, bread crumbs and parmesan coating. crunchy air fryer tenders This is my family’s go-to recipe for a healthier air fryer chicken alternative to takeout. I am definitely guilty of way too many drive-thru …

Made in no more than 30 minutes, Creamy Shrimp and Grits are quick and easy to make. You can enjoy rich, creamy, and cheesy grits paired with Cajun-spiced shrimps. If you are a seafood lover, this dish will become your favorite in no time. Southern cooking is known for its flavor and heartwarming and comforting …

This Cajun Chicken Pasta Chilis Copycat recipe is just as creamy and amazing as the restaurant version. Parmesan-crusted chicken breasts on a bed of creamy cajun pasta and a buttery sauce with bell peppers and mushrooms. tastes just like Chilis Cajun Chicken Pasta easy to make comfort food large enough to feed an entire family, …

Make a whole chicken in the air fryer with this easy recipe and simple seasonings. This rotisserie air fryer chicken is infused with paprika, onion powder, garlic and thyme. An entire air fryer rotisserie style chicken in about an hour! make whole chicken in the air fryer You might have wondered, is it possible to …

Air fryer or oven-made, this southern style meatloaf tastes just like Cracker Barrel’s. This delicious meatloaf is made with green peppers, Ritz Crackers, onion powder, eggs, mustard, and more for a sweet, tangy flavor. country style meatloaf is the best I make this southern-inspired meatloaf recipe at least once a month in our household. We …

There’s nothing more comforting than this Hamburger Vegetable Soup made with peas, carrots, potatoes, and diced tomatoes in only 23 minutes! This quick and flavorful Instant Pot stew is the only comfort food you’ll ever need on cold winter evenings. the best hamburger vegetable soup My grandmother used to make this veggie beef soup and …

This healthy recipe for air fryer turkey meatloaf is sure to impress the entire family. This easy homemade turkey meatloaf is made with egg, bread crumbs, onion, garlic, mushrooms and seasoned before it is smothered in a special sauce and cooked in the air fryer.  Is turkey meatloaf healthy? Clean-up is a snap with this …

Delicious, filling, and hearty chicken soup loaded with velvety homemade dumplings and tender shredded chicken is the ultimate comfort food. Peas, carrots, celery and potatoes give this dish it’s full flavor; all in under 30 minutes of cook time! Chicken and dumplings are one of the best comfort food dinners. This recipe for Instant Pot …

This easy Chicken Pot Pie Soup is made in under 30 minutes right in the Instant Pot. No time to bake a whole pie? Not a problem with this creamy chicken soup filled with potatoes, carrots, and peas. WHY WE LOVE THIS RECIPE There’s nothing more comforting than a delicious soup on a cold winter’s …

Make this simple peach cobbler recipe with yellow cake mix for an easy Southern-inspired dessert, similar to a dump cake. This Peach Cobbler will be baking in your oven after a few minutes of prep, using only a few common ingredients! peach cobbler the easy way It’s simple: I cannot emphasize enough how simple it …

Tater tots are topped with sloppy joe meat sauce, then more tater tots are added and cheese, before being baked for the perfect cheesy dinner. Made with onion, green bell pepper, ketchup, brown sugar, garlic, and savory sauces, this sloppy joe mix has a sweet and tangy flavor. why you’ll love this recipe One of …

This is classic chicken salad is easy to make with only a few basic ingredients, like mayo, pecans, dijon, and brown sugar. It’s so simple and customizable to suit your taste preferences. This shredded chicken salad is the best traditional recipe for cookouts, Easter, appetizers and summer BBQs. WHY YOU’LL LOVE THIS RECIPE This shredded …

These Bourbon Glazed Pork Chops are seared and baked, then drizzled with an irresistible maple glaze. This dish is worth a little extra effort and doesn’t require any breading. Roasted sweet potatoes, and a sweet and tangy maple bourbon glazed pork chop make the perfect dinner. the bourbon pork chop glaze is amazing This recipe …

From start to finish, these Air Fryer fish sticks cook in less than 10 minutes! No need for an oven with this recipe. Go from frozen to light and crisp in no time. The perfect quick dinner for busy weeknights. My air fryer is one of my favorite kitchen appliances, and I use it at …

This easy recipe for Air Fryer Chicken Legs recipe is the ideal weeknight supper. Perfectly cooked air fryer BBQ chicken drumsticks made with only a few and easy ingredients and only 30 minutes to prepare. Read on to find out how to cook chicken in the air fryer. bbq chicken legs in the air fryer …

Thick and juicy air fryer burgers are a quick and easy way to get a supper ready in no time. Simply wrap your patties in foil and you’ve got air fryer cheeseburgers in 10 minutes with minimal clean up. In the Air Fryer, juicy hamburgers, cheeseburgers, or beef sliders mean less struggle and more flavor. You’ll …

This thick and rich Vegan Chili Bean Dip is made with an amazing blend of spices and a variety of beans, carrots and chickpeas. Because it’s a yummy, meatless, comfort food alternative that both carnivores and omnivores will appreciate, this bean dip is ideal for watching fall/winter games with a crowd. Plus, if you pick …

This easy Instant Pot broccoli soup is made with sautéed onions, chicken stock, cream, and broccoli for a quick and easy comfort food. Make this simple and yummy dish right at home in your pressure cooker. How do I prepare instant pot broccoli soup? This is a delicious and easy comfort food, like my Southern …

This easy air fryer tilapia can be made 3 different ways: with breading, grilled and with simple seasonings for a healthy recipe. The ultimate simple recipe for flakey fish flavor without having to deep fry. Why you’ll love this recipe Air Fryer Tilapia is rich with crisp parmesan crust and the absolute best air fryer …

This Instant pot chili Mac and cheese recipe is a simple and easy weeknight dinner you can whip up in no time right in your electric pressure cooker or Instant Pot. The BEST Instant Pot Chili Mac This recipe is my family’s go-to weeknight recipe, right alongside comfort food favorites like meatloaf. it’s effortless because …

These Country Fried Potatoes and onions are the best skillet potatoes you’ll ever try! They’re pan-fried, golden brown, smothered and pack lots of crisp flavor! Why you’ll love fried potatoes and onions  I often serve these with a hearty dinner recipe, like my maple bourbon-glazed pork chops, or chicken drumsticks. Southern-style recipe: a classic side …

This easy, Instant Pot Tuna Casserole is my comfort go-to during the busy workweek. Made with creamy noodles, frozen peas and carrots, and cream of mushroom soup, this is the absolute best tuna casserole out there. Why you’ll love this recipe My favorite thing about this comforting, thick and creamy tuna noodle casserole is it’s …

This Instant Pot venison stew recipe is a true comfort food and it only takes 2 minutes of pressure cooking! It’s a soup for ultimate comfort soup for cold wintery days. the best venison stew This venison stew is simply the best for cold, wintry days. Our family loves it because… it’s a fast and …

This easy-to-make recipe for country breakfast bacon gravy is perfect served with biscuits, home fries, bacon and eggs. This bacon gravy recipe is homemade and delicious. what is bacon gravy? bacon gravy is a white, homestyle country gravy recipe You may be wondering, can you make gravy with bacon? Learning how to make bacon gravy …

The mouth-watering and versatile appetizer, baked cheese bruschetta, is sure to please and impress party guests. Make as a side or snack for Italian mains or pasta night! What is bruschetta? Bruschetta is a starter (antipasto) dish with origins in 15th Century Italy. Served as a snack or appetizer, it typically involves ingredients such as …

Old-fashioned, creamy, cheesy Southern Potato Soup is the perfect comfort food for any day. This soup is homemade with a buttery roux consisting of flour and milk. How do I make an old-fashioned Southern potato soup? This chunky, old-fashion baked potato soup can be made from scratch. And, it’s easy because it’s all made in …

This Classic Southern Cornbread is an essential part of any supper in Appalachia. This is one side you’ll always see at the table at my grandmother’s house, as it is my family’s go-to comfort food. What is cornbread? Cornbreads origins are from indigenous Native Americans, who have handed down amazing cornbread recipes for generations. It’s …