23 Comfort Foods That Will Remind You of Grandma

There’s nothing like Grandma’s cooking to warm your heart and fill your belly. From bubbling casseroles to hearty soups and nostalgic pies, her recipes just seem to make everything feel better! So, we wanted to share some grandma-approved comfort foods that are simple, cozy, and full of love. These timeless classics are perfect for mastering the art of feel-good cooking, Grandma-style!

Cheeseburger Casserole

You won’t be able to resist the juicy, seasoned meat and cheesy, warm pasta that is served up in this easy-to-make cheeseburger casserole. This recipe is extremely easy, and definitely, Grandma approved. This easy cheeseburger casserole is a hearty dinner your whole family will devour! Tender elbow noodles are combined with seasoned ground beef, tomatoes, and lots of cheddar—and it comes together with minimal effort!

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Chicken & Dumplings

Making perfect chicken and dumplings has never been easier than with this perfect recipe. You will love the tender dumplings and the creamy chicken-loaded sauce that creates a complete, filling meal.

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The Best Southern Meatloaf

One bite of this delicious Southern style meatloaf will make you feel like you are back at grandma’s table. The ketchup glaze is perfectly sweet, tangy, and totally irresistible. This southern meatloaf is perfectly seasoned and topped with a classic ketchup glaze. It only takes ten minutes to put together!

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Crockpot Macaroni and Cheese

Making creamy, cheesy mac and cheese like grandma used to make has never been easier than with this simple recipe. The whole dish can easily be made in a crockpot, making it an effortless comfort food that you will want to make on repeat.

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Best Pot Roast Ever

Remember when grandma would serve a perfect pot roast every Sunday? Now, you can too! This recipe is so easy that you don’t even need to wait for a weekend to cook. Make it on a weekday, and it will definitely make your work-week a whole lot better.

Go to the recipe: Perfect Pot Roast

Crockpot Chicken and Noodles

You will be obsessed with this super easy dinner that you will want to make chicken and noodles at least once a week. Creamy chicken and tender noodles are just too good to resist!

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Beef and Vegetable Soup

Beef and vegetable soup is such a classic Grandma meal. It is like a hearty, heartwarming hug in a bowl! This Beef Vegetable Soup recipe is the ultimate comfort food recipe and for good reason! It’s quick, easy and full of flavor!  The recipe was passed down from my grandmother and is a family favorite!

Go to the recipe: Beef and Vegetable Soup

Shepherd’s Pie

You can never have enough Shepherd’s pie. It is a meal that everyone in the family will look forward to and the perfect dish to make when you need to serve a crowd. Shepherd’s Pie pairs a hearty meat and vegetable filling with a fluffy mashed potato topping for a satisfying dinner the whole family will love!

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Biscuits and Gravy

Whether you eat biscuits and gravy for breakfast, lunch, or dinner, they are always delicious! This easy recipe will help you quickly whip up this classic comfort food just like grandma used to do!

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Sweet Potato Casserole

Is sweet potato casserole a dessert or a side dish for dinner? It is so delicious that it really does taste like dessert! But I promise that this recipe is perfectly acceptable at the dinner table (but it will also disappear pretty quickly!).

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Mashed Potatoes

Grandma’s mashed potatoes were always flawless. Fluffy, a little sweet, and perfectly creamy, these mashed potatoes are as close to Grandma’s as you will get!

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Easy Peach Cobbler

Did your grandma ever make peach cobbler? Mine definitely did! It was a summertime classic, and this recipe is exactly like the one she used to make any time fresh peaches were in the store.

Go to the recipe: Easy Peach Cobbler

Fried Chicken

Almost all grandmas were pros at frying perfect chicken. Crispy on the outside and tender on the inside, this fried chicken recipe is completely flawless and a true comfort food classic.

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Cheesy Mushroom and Onion Green Bean Casserole

This mushroom and onion green bean casserole may be a side dish, but sometimes I want to eat the entire dish as my dinner. The crispy onions and tender, creamy green beans are just too hard to resist!

Go to the recipe: Cheesy Mushroom and Onion Green Bean Casserole

Homemade Chicken Noodle Soup

There is nothing as comforting as a bowl of homemade chicken noodle soup. This simple soup recipe is easy to make but tastes like pure love. This Chicken Noodle soup is sure to warm your bones and your soul!

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Apple Dump Cake

This may just be the easiest, cozy dessert you ever make. It takes only minutes to make this apple dump cake, but it is so delicious and tender that one bite would make Grandma swoon.

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Corn Pudding

Corn pudding is the ultimate comfort food side dish. It is warm, sweet, and tastes like something straight out of grandma’s oven.

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Crockpot Lasagna

Grandmas around the world are known for their lasagna, but there is an even easier way to make that classic meal – using a crockpot! Grandma would be impressed and delighted by this super easy, flavorful Crock Pot lasagna recipe.

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Chicken and Rice Casserole

Chicken and rice casserole is perfect for any time of year. My grandma used to make it in the winter as a warm, cozy meal, but I love making it year round. Comforting foods are never seasonal!

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Potato Soup

A bowl of potato soup will cure everything from illness to sadness. This easy recipe will make you feel instantly loved and happy after just one bite. It is pure magic!

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Chocolate Chip Pie

This chocolate chip pie is like grandma’s chocolate chip cookies and her famous apple pie combined. Chocolate chip pie is the best comforting dessert you will ever make!

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Crock Pot Chicken Noodle Soup

Crockpot Chicken Noodle Soup is comfort in a bowl. This simple meal loaded with tender chicken, vegetables, and egg noodles is perfect for a cozy weeknight dinner.

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Peach Cobbler with Cake Mix

This amazing Peach Cobbler with Cake Mix could not be simpler to make or more delicious! It has all the familiar flavors of peach cobbler that you love, all in a one pan recipe that you can mix up in 5 minutes or less.

Go to the recipe: Peach Cobbler with Cake Mix