Life happens, and sometimes only comfort food will do. These recipes are warm, hearty, and unapologetically indulgent. They’re the dishes that make bad days survivable and good days unforgettable. With every bite, you’ll find a little relief waiting.

Air Fryer Mongolian Beef

Closeup of crispy beef in a bowl with green onions and sesame seeds.
Air Fryer Mongolian Beef. Photo credit: Upstate Ramblings.

Make Mongolian beef in the air fryer for crispy beef coated in a sweet & salty sauce, just like P.F. Changs. This kid-friendly meal is ready in 20 minutes.
Get the Recipe: Air Fryer Mongolian Beef

Blue Cheese Steak Crostini

Slices of toasted baguette topped with mashed potatoes, steak pieces, balsamic glaze, and chopped chives, arranged on a tray—a perfect choice for quick meals or easy dinner recipes.
Blue Cheese Steak Crostini. Photo credit: Running to the Kitchen.

These blue cheese steak crostini are the perfect little appetizer bite. Garlicky toasted bread topped with salty blue cheese, rare steak and a balsamic reduction.
Get the Recipe: Blue Cheese Steak Crostini

Caramel Apple Cheesecake Brownie

A piece of cake on a blue plate with a fork.
Caramel Apple Cheesecake Brownie. Photo credit: Ginger Casa.

These delicious caramel apple cheesecake brownies are the perfect, easy fall dessert!
Get the Recipe: Caramel Apple Cheesecake Brownie

Sweet Hawaiian Crockpot Chicken

A bowl of rice and chicken in front of a crockpot.
Sweet Hawaiian Crockpot Chicken. Photo credit: Little Bit Recipes.

Known for its delicious and flavorful taste, sweet Hawaiian Crockpot chicken is ideal for busy weeknights. The dish is made effortlessly in a slow cooker.
Get the Recipe: Sweet Hawaiian Crockpot Chicken

Healthy Sweet and Sour Chicken

A bowl of white rice topped with glazed chicken pieces, diced orange bell peppers, and onions—perfect for easy dinner ideas and those who love comfort recipes.
Healthy Sweet and Sour Chicken. Photo credit: The Honour System.

Skip the takeout and try this Healthy Sweet and Sour Chicken recipe instead. This easy homemade version will not only cut the calories in sweet and sour chicken it is also gluten free!
Get the Recipe: Healthy Sweet and Sour Chicken

Sweet & Sour Tofu

A bowl of white rice topped with sweet and sour chicken, colorful bell peppers, sliced green onions, and sesame seeds—an easy dinner recipe perfect for weeknight meals. Served with chopsticks and a small plate of green onions on the side.
Sweet & Sour Tofu. Photo credit: Running to the Kitchen.

Make this sweet and sour tofu recipe in under 30 minutes! Crispy tofu and a sticky sweet & sour sauce mimic the classic Chinese takeout dish in this vegetarian friendly meal.
Get the Recipe: Sweet & Sour Tofu

Chicken Potato Stew

A bowl of soup with chicken and green onions.
Chicken Potato Stew. Photo credit: Ginger Casa.

This delicious, hearty chicken potato stew is so easy and made with frozen hashbrowns!
Get the Recipe: Chicken Potato Stew

Casserole with Brussel Sprouts

A casserole with brussel sprouts topped with cheese.
Casserole with Brussel Sprouts. Photo credit: Tiny Batch Cooking.

If you’re trying to include more greens in your diet or just want a cozy, filling dish, this casserole comes together effortlessly. I love it because it’s creamy, cheesy, crispy on top and full of tender Brussels sprouts, making it a wonderful side dish or even a main meal for one or two. I like making recipes that are both comforting and packed with vegetables, and this Brussels sprouts casserole is the perfect choice.
Get the Recipe: Casserole with Brussel Sprouts

Dairy free slow cooker chicken alfredo

white bowl with chicken pasta with sundried tomatoes and peas and garlic and a light linen around the bowl.
Dairy free slow cooker chicken alfredo. Photo credit: Fitasamamabear.

A slow cooker chicken alfredo made with a creamy, dairy-free alfredo sauce! This crockpot chicken recipe is a staple for busy weeknights.
Get the Recipe: Dairy free slow cooker chicken alfredo

Thai Larb

Low angle shot of a striped bowl filled with Thai larb salad garnished with shallot slices.
Thai Larb. Photo credit: All Ways Delicious.

When you’re in the mood for something light, spicy, and deliciously savory, this Thai Larb is perfect. Easy to make and totally addictive!
Get the Recipe: Thai Larb

Crockpot Little Smokies

Crock pot little smokies on a spoon over the slow cooker.
Crockpot Little Smokies. Photo credit: Upstate Ramblings.

This easy 3 ingredient recipe is perfect for your next party! Crockpot Little Smokies have been popular for years, and this is about the simplest appetizer recipe you can find.
Get the Recipe: Crockpot Little Smokies

Buffalo Chicken Deviled Eggs

Football themed green plate with deviled eggs.
Buffalo Chicken Deviled Eggs. Photo credit: Ginger Casa.

Buffalo Chicken Deviled Eggs are a delicious appetizer or big game snack!
Get the Recipe: Buffalo Chicken Deviled Eggs

Thai Curry Puffs

Thai curry puffs filled with ground chicken, potatoes, peas, onions, garlic and spices are a mouthwatering snack.
Thai Curry Puffs. Photo credit: All Ways Delicious.

Easy homemade Thai curry puffs are filled with a mouthwatering mix of ground chicken and potatoes cooked with onions, garlic, and spices in flaky pastry.
Get the Recipe: Thai Curry Puffs

Thai Turkey Meatballs

Thai turkey meatballs on a platter with red curry dipping sauce.
Thai Turkey Meatballs. Photo credit: All Ways Delicious.

Thai Turkey Meatballs in Red Curry Sauce are super quick and easy to make. They’re baked in the oven, which is way easier than browning them in a skillet.They make a popular appetizer and are also great for dinner, served with the sauce over rice with some steamed or roasted veggies on the side.
Get the Recipe: Thai Turkey Meatballs

Lamb Kofta Kebabs

Lamb kofta kebabs on a wooden board with fresh herbs and vegetables.
Lamb Kofta Kebabs. Photo credit: All Ways Delicious.

Lamb kofta kebabs are made by mixing ground lamb, fresh herbs, like cilantro and mint, and Middle Eastern spices and then grilling the mixture on skewers. Serve with tzatziki, harissa, hummus, and pita.
Get the Recipe: Lamb Kofta Kebabs

Drying Mushrooms

Dried mushrooms in a bowl.
Drying Mushrooms. Photo credit: Best Clean Eating.

Learn How To Dry Mushrooms in a dehydrator for a perfect addition to your soups, stews, and various delicious dishes. Drying mushrooms in your home is a great idea after a weekend of foraging and making your herbs from complete scratch.
Get the Recipe: Drying Mushrooms

Triple Berry Hand Pies

Closeup of a broken open triple berry hand pie.
Triple Berry Hand Pies. Photo credit: All Ways Delicious.

Triple Berry Hand Pies are the perfect way to put an abundant berry harvest to good use. Flaky, buttery pastry crusts are filled with juicy, sweet berries bursting with flavor.
Get the Recipe: Triple Berry Hand Pies

Slow Cooker Honey Garlic Chicken

Honey garlic chicken in a bowl served over rice.
Slow Cooker Honey Garlic Chicken. Photo credit: Running to the Kitchen.

There’s no need for takeout when you can make this honey garlic chicken at home right in the slow cooker. With a sticky, sweet, addicting sauce (that’s way healthier than the Chinese takeout joint) and pieces of pineapple throughout, this EASY recipe will become a family favorite.
Get the Recipe: Slow Cooker Honey Garlic Chicken

Chia Seed Chocolate Pudding

Keto Chia Seed Chocolate Pudding with yogurt and purple flowrs.
Chia Seed Chocolate Pudding. Photo credit: Low Carb – No Carb.

Extra smooth Chia Seed Chocolate Pudding adds a perfect amount of fiber but still makes this dessert extra quick and easy. This super sugar-free pudding mousse blend into perfection is a perfect breakfast or a great gluten-free, grain-free, and low carb dessert after your special dinner.
Get the Recipe: Chia Seed Chocolate Pudding

Walking Taco Casserole Recipe

A casserole of walking taco.
Walking Taco Casserole Recipe. Photo credit: Tiny Batch Cooking.

If you’re looking for a fun and easy way to bring the delicious flavors of a taco into a simple, one-pan meal, this walking taco casserole recipe is perfect. Fritos and corn chips changed into something even better. It’s a quick weeknight meal that feels like a treat, and what I love most about it is how customizable it is. Even when you’re feeding yourself or making a small batch for two, this casserole is satisfying without being overwhelming.
Get the Recipe: Walking Taco Casserole Recipe

Hawaiian Roll Sliders

Ham and cheese sliders on a plate.
Hawaiian Roll Sliders. Photo credit: Little Bit Recipes.

For a quick snack idea, try these delicious ham and cheese Hawaiian roll sliders. They are perfect for lunch or as an appetizer at small gatherings.
Get the Recipe: Hawaiian Roll Sliders

Carne Asada Breakfast Burrito

Half of a carne asada breakfast burrito is held over a blue plate surrounded by limes, orange juice, coffee, and a white linen.
Carne Asada Breakfast Burrito. Photo credit: Two Cloves Kitchen.

With steak marinated in an authentic carne asada marinade, cheesy scrambled eggs, crispy potatoes, salsa, and rich sour cream all wrapped in a lightly charred tortilla, you’ll be head over heels for this carne asada breakfast burrito!
Get the Recipe: Carne Asada Breakfast Burrito

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