21 Comfort Recipes That’ll Make You Forget Your Troubles (and Your Diet)

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“21 Comfort Recipes That’ll Make You Forget Your Troubles (and Your Diet)” presents a collection of indulgent dishes designed for emotional satisfaction. This compilation features rich, hearty meals that prioritize flavor and comfort over calorie counting. From creamy pastas to decadent desserts, these recipes offer a range of options for those seeking a temporary culinary escape. While not focused on nutritional balance, these dishes aim to provide a sense of warmth and contentment through food.

Cast Iron Skillet Macaroni and Cheese

Cast Iron Skillet Macaroni and Cheese by Gimme From Scratch
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As a self-proclaimed macaroni and cheese fanatic, I am excited to share my favorite cast iron skillet macaroni and cheese recipe. Tender elbow macaroni smothered in a rich, creamy sauce made from a blend of three different cheeses, perfectly seasoned with a hint of spice and topped with homemade garlic butter croutons for that irresistible crunch. This cast iron macaroni and cheese recipe is the ultimate comfort food – warm, gooey, and downright delicious.

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Cheesecake Stuffed Waffle Cones

Cheesecake Stuffed Waffle Cones by Gimme From Scratch
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Y’all already know I love all things sweet and indulgent. These cheesecake waffle cones stuffed with a creamy no-bake filling are made with a crispy, homemade chocolate waffle cone, lined with a layer of melted chocolate and crushed oreos, filled to the brim with a creamy peanut cup and butterfinger cheesecake filling and crowned with more yummy toppings.

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Thin Crust Italian Beef Pizza

Thin Crust Italian Beef Pizza by Gimme From Scratch
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This Tavern Style Thin Crust Pizza with Italian Beef brings the bold flavors of Chicago right to your kitchen. We combine a perfectly crisp, cracker-thin crust with tangy tomato sauce, gooey cheese, savory Italian beef, and zesty giardiniera for the authentic experience that rivals any neighborhood tavern.

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Creamy Sun Dried Tomato Pesto Pasta

Creamy Sun Dried Tomato Pesto Pasta by The Savory Cipolla
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“I love pasta, and once you taste this Creamy Sun-Dried Tomato Pesto Pasta, it’s going to be your family’s first choice too. This quick creamy vegetarian pasta recipe uses sun-dried tomato pesto and bursts with rich garlic, basil, and cheese! It is conveniently customizable with any veggies to create your own favorite version.”

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Wagyu Beef Chili with Homemade Chili Powder

Wagyu Beef Chili with Homemade Chili Powder by Gimme From Scratch
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This hearty and flavorful wagyu beef chili is made with a blend of American wagyu beef and ground pork, along with a combination of homemade chili powder made with dried chile peppers and other seasonings that will tantalize your taste buds. Whether you’re looking for a comforting meal on a chilly night or a dish to impress your friends and family, this recipe is sure to be a hit.

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Overnight Brioche Cinnamon Rolls with Cream Cheese

Overnight Brioche Cinnamon Rolls with Cream Cheese by Home Cooking Collective
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These soft and fluffy overnight brioche cinnamon rolls with cream cheese frosting are made from a rich, buttery brioche dough, a special treat for the holidays or a cozy weekend morning!

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Gumbo Z’herbes – Green Gumbo with Sausage and Ham

gumbo zherbs recipe
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This Green Gumbo recipe, famously known as Gumbo Z’Herbes is a classic Louisiana dish. This stew features a mix of tender greens, dark roux and smoked sausage and ham. It’s simple to prepare and full of comforting flavors.

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Cool Ranch Turkey Taco Casserole

Cool Ranch Turkey Taco Casserole by Xoxo Bella
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Cool ranch turkey taco casserole combines ground turkey with Doritos, vegetables, Greek yogurt, taco seasoning, and more, for ultimate flavour. This is a simple recipe to make and a sure way to spice up taco night. If you’re on the lookout for a Mexican inspired meal, give this easy taco bake Dorito casserole a try.

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Peanut Butter Stuffed Cookies

Peanut Butter Stuffed Cookies by Princess Pinky Girl
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Peanut Butter Stuffed Cookies are quick and easy to make by preparing a simple from-scratch cookie dough that surrounds a surprise filling. These soft, chewy, and buttery sweet cookies are bakery-style size, perfectly big for housing the peanut butter and hiding it inside.

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Slow Cooker Loaded Baked Potato Soup

Slow Cooker Loaded Baked Potato Soup by Salads Soups and Sweets
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Indulge in the ultimate comfort food with this easy and flavorful Easy Slow Cooker Loaded Baked Potato Soup Recipe. This hearty and creamy soup combines the classic toppings of a loaded baked potato with the convenience of a slow cooker, resulting in a delicious and comforting dish that will warm your soul. It is an excellent recipe for soup season.

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Air Fryer Bacon Wrapped Cheeseburger Bites

Air Fryer Bacon Wrapped Cheeseburger Bites by Xoxo Bella
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Air fryer bacon wrapped cheeseburger bites are one of those recipes your air fryer was made for! That’s right, it’s a super easy appy. These bacon burger bombs are a great appetizer for any occasion, whether you’re watching the game and don’t want to take your eyes off the screen or you just want to rustle up a quick and easy air fryer appetizer. Whether you call the bacon wrapped meatballs or meatloaf balls, you will agree that they taste AMAZING!

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Beef Brisket Chili

Beef Brisket Chili by Gimme From Scratch
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This Texas inspired Beef Brisket Chili recipe is hearty and full of flavor. A robust stew of fall-apart tender chunks of brisket that’s cooked low and slow in a Dutch Oven on the stovetop. A classic comfort food loaded with layers of flavor. It’s a versatile dish that allows you to use fresh brisket or repurpose leftover brisket into a delicious chili. I’ve included instructions for both. And nope! There are no beans in this recipe! I hear you, Texas.

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Spicy Chicago Thin Crust Sausage and Pepperoncini Pizza

Spicy Chicago Thin Crust Sausage and Pepperoncini Pizza by Gimme From Scratch
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Craving a taste of the Windy City? This Spicy Chicago Thin Crust Pizza with Sausage and Pepperoncini may be just what you need. We’re bringing the bold flavors of a Chicago tavern right to your kitchen with a perfectly crisp, cracker-thin crust topped with zesty tomato sauce, gooey cheese, savory sausage, and tangy pepperoncini.

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Salted Caramel Kentucky Butter Cake

Salted Caramel Kentucky Butter Cake by Chenee Today
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This is the best Salted Caramel Kentucky Butter Cake recipe! It’s a moist sour cream pound cake infused with a rich, butter-rum caramel syrup and topped with a salted caramel glaze and flaky sea salt! This ooey gooey salted caramel butter cake recipe is filled with so much sweet and salty goodness!

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Beef Miso Ramen

Beef Miso Ramen by Gimme From Scratch
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If you’re cutting our gluten but still crave a hearty bowl of ramen, this gluten free beef ramen recipe is for you! Made with braised ribeye steak and grain-free cassava noodles, this dish is both delicious and gluten-free. The combination of tender beef, savory broth and chewy noodles creates a comforting meal. Topped with jammy eggs, green onions and chili oil this homemade ramen is absolutely stunning.

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Chicago Style Hot Dogs

Chicago Style Hot Dogs by Carolyn's Cooking
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“There’s nothing better than biting into a good Chicago style hot dog on a summer day. The combination of flavors work perfectly together. Living in and around Chicago my entire life, Chicago hot dogs have always just been a part of life! Everybody knows what goes on them, everybody loves them, everybody yells at you if you try to put ketchup on them. Let me tell you, this Chicago treat is not to be missed.”

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Ice Cream Cookie Sandwich

Ice Cream Cookie Sandwich by Budget Delicious
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Kids (and grownups!) love ice cream and cookies. Combine these two favorites and make easy ice cream cookie sandwiches that you can enjoy anytime.

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Old Fashioned Sloppy Joes

Old Fashioned Sloppy Joes by Quiche My Grits
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If you’re looking for an Old Fashioned Sloppy Joes recipe like Grandma used to make, this is it! You’ll love this quick and easy recipe that’s ready in just 30 minutes. It uses simple ingredients to make classic sloppy joes your whole family will crave!

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Homemade Chicken Noodle Soup

Homemade Chicken Noodle Soup by Chew Out Loud
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Nothing else beats a cozy, warm, and comforting bowl of homemade chicken noodle soup. Save those chicken and turkey bones to make the best bone broth in the world. No other bone broth comes close.

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Apple Bacon and Cheddar Grilled Cheese

Apple Bacon and Cheddar Grilled Cheese by Britney Breaks Bread
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Apple Bacon and Cheddar Grilled Cheese is a sweet and savory sandwich that combines all of your favorite flavors. Sweet fuji apples sliced thinly and paired with smoky bacon on top of cheddar and mozzarella cheeses on sourdough bread. You can’t go wrong with this one!

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Air Fryer Donuts

Air Fryer Donuts by Plated Cravings
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Air Fryer Donuts made from scratch with yeast dough taste like the real deal. Better than baked and less fat than deep-fried! Learn how easy it is to make the perfect Doughnuts in the Air Fryer!

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I love to share recipes with real ingredients that are both sweet and savory (especially sweet:) My mission with Gimme From Scratch is to inspire you with recipes that will bring your families together in the kitchen. I'm introverted at heart but know how important socializing can be for maintaining good relationships, when writing not only am looking forward to sharing information - It's also building connections between readers who love good food as much as I do!

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