Comfort Food

Comfort food is food that stirs up fond foodie memories and makes you feel warm and cozy. These comfort food recipes deliver on that promise.

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    Red Velvet Cake Roll

    Light and airy red velvet cake gets rolled into a jelly roll shape held together by a thick layer of...


    Slow-Cooked Hoisin Pot Roast

    One day my husband commented that he loves plums and meat. The next time I put a roast in the...


    Mint-Filled Cookies

    I tuck a peppermint patty inside these treats for a fun surprise. The bites will melt in your mouth. —Karen...


    New York Cheesecake

    We are making this recipe for every special occasion.


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    Rhubarb Cheesecake Bars

    It’s rhubarb season, so now’s the time to try this rich and tangy cheese bar. It’s bound to be a...


    Turkey Sausage and Lentil Soup

    This recipe was given to me by my son, Chris, and we have it several times during the winter months....


    Shrimp and Grits Bake

    On chilly days, I doctor up grits and top them with shrimp for a comfy meal. If you’re not a...


    Pasta with Eggplant Sauce

    This was my mother's recipe and is a nice way to incorporate eggplant into a meal. The thick, chunky sauce...

    Fiesta Chorizo-Chicken Soup

    Just place some crusty rolls on the table when you serve this soup and you'll have a hearty, comforting meal...


    Croissant Bread Pudding

    Classic bread pudding is given a boost with the addition of buttery croissants, spiced apple butter and a brown sugar...


    Feta-Stuffed Portobello Mushrooms

    My husband adores mushrooms, and portobello mushrooms have loads of room for stuffing with feta cheese and pesto. Plan on...


    Apple Cranberry Upside-Down Cakes

    Cornmeal gives this upside-down cake a unique texture. Apples, cranberries and pecan make a delicious alternative to the typical pineapple...


    Lobster alla Diavola

    I’ve cooked lobster alla diavola (devil’s style) since I was first married. We serve lobster at family celebrations, usually with...


    Quick & Easy Gazpacho

    I really enjoy gazpacho a lot. Sometime I make this soup on Sunday evening and then take it to school...


    Garlic Mushroom French Beef Stew

    Special and sensational are words that come to mind to describe this stew. One bite and you'll know why. It...


    Golden Sweet Onion Cornbread

    Bake up this hearty, savory cornbread, slather on delicious homemade cranberry butter and enjoy! —Taste of Home Test Kitchen, Milwaukee,...


    Lemon Cornmeal Cookies

    Anything lemon makes my day brighter and these soft cookies have a fabulous lemon aroma and a subtle lemon flavor....

    Honeydew Granita

    Make this refreshing summer treat when melons are ripe and flavorful. I like to garnish each serving with a sprig...


    Old-Fashioned Pear Cake

    Old-fashioned pear spice cake is a wonderful ending to a meal. It's not too heavy or rich, but the moist...


    No-Bake Ginger Cookies

    One of my favorite desserts in England was a cake featuring chocolate and ginger. When I came home, I tried...


    Herbed Lamb Chops with Crispy Potatoes

    My mother's cooking is the inspiration behind this recipe. I adapted her scrumptious Easter leg of lamb so it can...


    Shiitake Salad with Sesame-Ginger Vinaigrette

    This salad combines my favorite Asian flavors with crisp, colorful veggies and smoky grilled shiitakes. Mirin for the dressing can...


    Chard & White Bean Pasta

    I love to prepare dishes without gluten or dairy products, and this recipe meets the criteria when you use gluten-free...

    Parmesan-Baked Mashed Potatoes

    Here’s a family favorite for Christmas Day dinner. Whether I’m serving a main course of ham or turkey, everyone wants...


    Mushroom Tacos

    Mushroom tacos are mighty tasty when made with well-seasoned portobello mushrooms, sweet red pepper and plenty of spices. Serve them...


    Grilled Prosciutto Asparagus

    After tasting an asparagus appetizer at a lovely restaurant, I created my version of it to enjoy at home. —Michele...


    Grilled Caprese Quesadillas

    Here's a quick and easy summer lunch that makes great use of garden-grown tomatoes. Feel free to make your quesadillas...


    Chicken Chorizo Posole

    “I first tasted posole while visiting a friend in Santa Fe. It was a
    revelation! I have since been...


    Grilled Dijon Pork Roast

    I created this recipe one day when I was scrambling to find ingredients for dinner. My husband absolutely loved it....