Comfort foods are the ideal way to cozy up on cold mornings. Plus, they’re easy to make and sure to please everyone in your household!
These delicious morsels of cheese can be served in many forms, such as casseroles and soups. Not only do they look amazing on the plate, but they’re also unbelievably creamy, cheesy, and packed with flavor!
Mac & Cheese
Mac and cheese is a timeless comfort food that everyone in the family can enjoy. Making it at home is simple; all you need are some ingredients and an oven. In no time, your meal will be ready!
The best part is that this dish can be enjoyed by everyone – even lactose intolerant individuals! Plus, it makes a wonderful addition to holiday dinner menus!
This straightforward stovetop recipe begins with a roux, which is simply cooked flour combined with fat (in this case butter). This thickens the cheese sauce and makes it easier to melt without clumping up.
For gluten free individuals, simply swap out the pasta with smaller tube-shaped pastas such as cavatappi or shells. Additionally, you can use gluten-free flour in place of regular all-purpose flour.
For a creamy, dreamy mac and cheese dish, start with homemade cheese sauce. Not only is it simple to make, but you can even customize it by adding extra ingredients for an even more unique flavor!
Pizza
Pizza is a beloved dish in many countries, as it can be quickly prepared and enjoyed for breakfast or as an afternoon snack. Pizza typically consists of various types of dough topped with various ingredients before being baked in an oven.
Making pizza at home starts with prepping the dough. Combine flour, salt, baking powder and some water to form a soft yet non-sticky dough.
Once the dough has been kneaded, allow it to rise for 4-6 hours and then roll into a round shape. Place on an evenly-oiled surface and cover with plastic wrap.
Once the dough is prepared, top it with your desired toppings and bake at 350 degrees Celsius for 15 minutes. When done, the crust should be crisp and golden brown, with melted cheese.
Cheeseburgers
Cheeseburgers are one of the iconic comfort foods, made with ground beef and topped with a slice of cheese. Served on a bun with ketchup and mayonnaise, this delectable treat has become a beloved favorite for many people around the world.
Cheeseburgers have a long and storied tradition, becoming popular around the globe in 1926 by Lionel Sternberger while working at his father’s sandwich shop in Pasadena, California.
No matter who invented it, cheeseburgers have become beloved staples of food lovers’ diets worldwide. So much so, that a song has even been written about them called “Cheeseburger in Paradise.”
Cheeseburgers are typically composed of ground beef and cheese, but you can add other ingredients to make it even more flavorful. Food & Wine suggests topping your burger with meltable Monterey Jack cheese, creamy Brie or smoked Gouda for added richness and complexity.
Meatloaf
Meatloaf is a beloved comfort food that can be eaten as either a main course or snack. Its popularity has spread around the globe, often served with mashed potatoes, green beans or other classic sides like cornichons or cabbage rolls.
A classic meatloaf recipe calls for ground beef, pork and veal, along with bread crumbs and eggs to help the mixture hold together while baking.
Vegetables can also be added to meatloaf for moisture and extra flavor, but they must first be cooked in order to release their juices and prevent the meatloaf from becoming too dry.
Meatloaf is an easy recipe that you can make at home and share with your family. However, be sure to adhere to the correct cooking times and use a meat thermometer so your loaf cooks evenly.
