There’s no better way to welcome a new neighbor or support a new mom, no more reliable cure for whatever ails you than classic comfort food—whether you make it like Mom or use every shortcut in the book.

When is National Comfort Food Day?

December 5th.

What makes good comfort food?

Your go-to comfort food recipes likely say a little something about where you grew up. They often feature heartier elements like cheese and potatoes, but they may also contain elements of dishes from your own cultural heritage. That means some have a spicier and regional element—think about creole cooking down south, or creamy pasta bakes—and some involve plugging in your slow cooker.

Best Comfort Food Recipes

Want some specifics? Your version of comfort food might include Slow Cooker Mississippi Pot Roast, Loaded Baked Potato Soup, American Goulash, Alfredo Chicken Lasagna Roll-Ups, Frito Chili Pie, Creamy Tuscan Chicken, Ham and Cheese Pasta Bake or Spinach Manicotti. That’s a lot of options! The good news? All of these recipes are right here—and each one is as good as the lat. Don’t miss a single recipe. Launch the gallery to get them all! Check out my other popular recipe posts:

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