Weekend Comfort Food Worth Staying In For

You will be looking forward to the end of the week if you have some delicious dinner plans in place! If you don’t want to get dressed up and head out to a restaurant, why not take it easy and rustle up some weekend comfort food instead! All of these dishes are easy to make and they’re sure to make your weekend special. Comfort food is always delicious so if you want to try out something new, take a look at these recipes for comfort food and get ready for a very tasty weekend!

Beef Stewed with Mushrooms, Red Wine and Bacon

A meat dish served on top of mashed potatoes. This is one of the best weekend comfort food recipes.
Beef Stewed with Mushrooms, Red Wine and Bacon. Photo credit: xoxoBella.

Boeuf bourguignon is one of the best French recipes with beef. This flavourful beef recipe combines the meat with red wine and herbs for an exquisite dish. This dish is sometimes called beef burgundy, because the traditional wine used is from France’s Burgundy region.
Get the Recipe: Beef Stewed with Mushrooms, Red Wine and Bacon

Swedish Meatballs

A skillet filled with meatballs and pasta.
Copycat Ikea Swedish Meatballs. Photo credit: xoxoBella.

Try making these delicious copycat Ikea Swedish meatballs at home and enjoy the same great taste as the ones you find in the store.

Get the Recipe: Swedish Meatballs

Fiesta Chicken Pasta Casserole Bake

A plate of chicken casserole on a table.
Fiesta Chicken Pasta Casserole Bake. Photo credit: xoxoBella.

Fiesta Chicken Pasta Casserole Bake is filled with chicken, pasta, corn and beans. It’s a great way to use leftover chicken or a rotisserie chicken and this cheesy chicken bake is a delicious weeknight dinner.
Get the Recipe: Fiesta Chicken Pasta Casserole Bake

Beef and Noodles with Mushrooms

Beef and noodles in a white bowl. It is one of the best comfort food recipes.
Beef and Noodles with Mushrooms. Photo credit: xoxoBella.

This slow cooker beef and noodles with mushrooms is the ultimate winter comfort food, perfect for chilly evenings. With a delicious combination of beef, mushrooms, and egg noodles in a creamy mushroom soup sauce, this easy crockpot recipe is a great option for busy weeknights.
Get the Recipe: Beef and Noodles with Mushrooms

One Pot Cheesy Taco Pasta

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One Pot Cheesy Taco Pasta. Photo credit: xoxoBella.

This easy taco pasta is wonderful for dinner and it’s one of the best skill pasta dinner ideas I’ve found. Beef, onion and garlic are dominating flavours in this creamy taco pasta with macaroni noodles.
Get the Recipe: One Pot Cheesy Taco Pasta

Slow Cooker Italian Beef

Two sandwiches with meat and vegetables on a tray. This is one of the best fall comfort food recipes.
Slow Cooker Italian Beef. Photo credit: xoxoBella.

Boneless chuck roast is flavoured with herbs and spices in this delicious Slow Cooker Italian Beef. It slow cooks in the crock pot until fall-apart tender and makes the best Italian beef sandwiches, perfect for busy nights.
Get the Recipe: Slow Cooker Italian Beef

Italian Penne Rosa Pasta

A penne dish in a rosa sauce.
Penne Rosa Pasta. Photo credit: xoxoBella.

If you’re looking for a quick and easy weeknight dinner, try making this one-pot Penne Rosa Pasta with a creamy tomato sauce. This comforting and filling Italian dish is both tasty and satisfying and perfect for those who love a little spice in their meal.
Get the Recipe: Italian Penne Rosa Pasta

Roasted Cauliflower Carbonara

A cauliflower dish cooked with carbonara sauce and bacon.
Roasted Cauliflower Carbonara. Photo credit: Roasted Cauliflower Carbonara.

This delicious Italian recipe is ideal for any pasta lover, combining roasted cauliflower florets with a creamy sauce that includes bacon, pancetta, and parmesan cheese. It comes out of the oven perfectly golden brown and caramelized and is sure to impress.
Get the Recipe: Roasted Cauliflower Carbonara

Beef and Potato Bake

Irish stew in a bowl with potatoes and carrots.
Beef and Potato Bake. Photo credit: xoxoBella.

One pot beef recipe with a layered potato topping, meaning you don’t have to get a whole bunch of pots, pans and dishes dirty to make it.
Get the Recipe: Beef and Potato Bake

One Pot Taco Macaroni and Cheese

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One Pot Taco Macaroni and Cheese. Photo credit: xoxoBella.

If you’re in the mood for a hearty and flavorful meal, look no further than this recipe for taco macaroni and cheese. Combining the best of both worlds with Mexican and Italian flavors, this one-pot dish is perfect for satisfying your comfort food cravings in the cooler months.
Get the Recipe: One Pot Taco Macaroni and Cheese

Instant Pot Pork Loin Roast with Vegetables

Pork tenderloin on a plate with potatoes and carrots.
Pork Loin Roast with Vegetables. Photo credit: xoxoBella.

This Instant Pot pork loin roast is an especially great recipe because you can make it in a fraction of the time you’d spend using a slow cooker or Dutch oven. Pork roast with vegetables makes a very easy dinner for busy weeknights.
Get the Recipe: Instant Pot Pork Loin

Lasagna Soup

Lasagna soup in a bowl topped in fresh cheese.
Lasagna Soup. Photo credit: xoxoBella.

This slow cooker lasagna soup recipe is the best you’ll ever try, with a hearty and delicious flavor that will satisfy you. Although there are quite a few ingredients, it’s one of those easy crockpot Italian dinner recipes that are perfect for any night of the week.
Get the Recipe: Lasagna Soup

Campbell’s Chicken Curry

Chicken curry with rice in a green bowl.
Chicken Curry. Photo credit: Seasonal Cravings.

This foolproof Campbell’s Chicken Curry is the perfect easy weeknight meal your family will love. It’s loaded with tender chicken, vegetables and a flavorful broth made with curry, turmeric and Campbell’s Cream of Chicken Soup.
Get the Recipe: Campbell’s Chicken Curry

Apple Cider Beef Stew

Apple cider beef stew with vegetables.
Apple Cider Beef Stew. Photo credit: Seasonal Cravings.

This apple cider beef stew is full of comfort. It’s easy to throw together and tastes great the next day. It’s the perfect meal to make for company over the holidays.
Get the Recipe: Apple Cider Beef Stew

Tortellini Soup with Sausage

A bowl of tortellini soup with bread and spinach.
Tortellini Soup with Sausage. Photo credit: Seasonal Cravings.

This creamy Tortellini Soup with Sausage will warm your soul on a cold fall night. Easy to make in less than 30 minutes and a family hit for sure.
Get the Recipe: Tortellini Soup with Sausage

Easy Hamburger Soup

A bowl of soup with meat, vegetables and peas.
Easy Hamburger Soup. Photo credit: Seasonal Cravings.

Easy hamburger soup is loaded with sweet potatoes, carrots, peppers, onions, celery, and fire-roasted tomatoes. It can be ready in under 30 minutes and lasts well in the fridge for lunches during the week. Perfect for a chilly day.
Get the Recipe: Easy Hamburger Soup

Chicken Taco Casserole

Chicken enchilada casserole in a white bowl.
Chicken Taco Casserole. Photo credit: PinkWhen.

Chicken Taco Casserole is a family-friendly dish that is perfect for a hearty, filling dinner. This wholesome meal is made with boneless skinless chicken breasts, seasoned to perfection, and covered with cheese while baking atop a bed of crushed tortilla chips. Not only that, but it’s one of our favorite family-friendly dinners.
Get the Recipe: Chicken Taco Casserole

Slow Cooker Salisbury Steak

Meatballs in gravy in a slow cooker.
Slow Cooker Salisbury Steak. Photo credit: PinkWhen.

The best part about the yummy Crockpot Salisbury steak recipe is that it is made in the Crock Pot. Just a few minutes to prep and then dinner is ready when you get home.
Get the Recipe: Slow Cooker Salisbury Steak

Taco Casserole

A taco casserole with loads of melty cheese on top.
Taco Casserole. Photo credit: Pink When.

This taco casserole makes a great weeknight meal. It is ready in under thirty minutes and has all of the delicious taco flavor you want, in a casserole that can feed a hungry family.
Get the Recipe: Taco Casserole

Slow Cooker Chicken Pot Pie

Chicken pot pie in a crock pot.
Slow Cooker Chicken Pot Pie. Photo credit: PinkWhen.

This Slow Cooker Chicken Pot Pie will have you feeling like you’re right back in grandma’s kitchen. There’s nothing quite like the flavor of homemade pot pie, and you’re about the unlock the secrets of how to cook it perfectly.
Get the Recipe: Slow Cooker Chicken Pot Pie

Taco Spaghetti (Easy One Pot Recipe)

A spoon being lifted out of a pot of spaghetti and meatballs.
Taco Spaghetti (Easy One Pot Recipe). Photo credit: PinkWhen.

Taco spaghetti is a fun and delicious twist on a classic family recipe. Made with ground beef, diced tomatoes and chilies, taco seasoning, three blends of cheeses, and more. It’s the perfect weeknight meal that the whole family will devour.
Get the Recipe: Taco Spaghetti (Easy One Pot Recipe)

Easy Cheeseburger Casserole

Chicken and rice casserole with wooden spoon.
Easy Cheeseburger Casserole. Photo credit: PinkWhen.

This easy cheeseburger casserole recipe is made with ground beef, shredded cheese, crumbled bacon, rice, and more! It’s a hearty meal that packs in a ton of flavors and tastes.
Get the Recipe: Easy Cheeseburger Casserole

Savory Sweet Potato Casserole

Sweet potato casserole in a baking dish.
Cheesy Asparagus Casserole. Photo credit: Urban Farmie.

This savory sweet potato casserole is a delicious and healthy alternative to the traditional sweet potato casserole. Made with sweet potatoes and garlic with a delicious honey walnut topping, this casserole is perfect for a holiday meal or a weeknight dinner!
Get the Recipe: Savory Sweet Potato Casserole

Pasta e Piselli

Pasta e Piselli.
Pasta e Piselli. Photo credit: Urban Farmie.

Pasta e piselli is a classic Italian pasta dish made with peas and Pecorino cheese. It is a simple and delicious dish that is perfect for a quick weeknight meal. Add this to your list of favorite Italian dinner recipes!
Get the Recipe: Pasta e Piselli

Lasagna Roll Ups

A fork is being used to pick up a piece of lasagna.
Lasagna Roll Ups. Photo credit: Cheerful Cook.

Lasagna roll-ups are a fun, creative, and delicious twist on traditional lasagna. A lasagna noodle is rolled around a mouth-watering cheese and meat sauce filling.
Get the Recipe: Lasagna Roll-Ups

Walking Taco Casserole

A casserole made of taco seasonings, meat and black beans.
Walking Taco Casserole. Photo credit: My Every Day Table.

This casserole has all of the flavor of walking tacos, but is made to enjoy at home. This recipe is meaty, has hidden veggies like zucchini, and is topped with fritos or doritos for a dinner that even the kids will cheer for.
Get the Recipe: Walking Taco Casserole

Steak Quesadillas

A quesadilla made with steak and cheese.
Steak Quesadillas. Photo credit: My Every Day Table.

What could be better than a cheesy steak dinner on a busy night? This recipe tucks tender steak bites into tortilla shells and adds plenty of cheese to the mix. Serve with spicy rice, or chips and salsa for a complete meal.
Get the Recipe: Steak Quesadillas

Boneless Beef Ribs

A white plate with beef and mashed potatoes.
Boneless Beef Ribs. Photo credit: Pass Me Some Tasty.

Boneless beef ribs are slow-cooked with fresh cranberries, onions, and mushrooms in a luxurious pomegranate sauce. Serve this tender beef over mashed potatoes, polenta, or roasted vegetables for a truly heavenly meal. It’s a slow cooker recipe that’s fancy enough for guests or any holiday meal and yet simple enough for a weeknight dinner.
Get the Recipe: Boneless Beef Ribs

Baked Gouda Mac And Cheese

Baked mac and cheese with spoonful in a casserole dish.
Baked Gouda Mac and Cheese. Photo credit: Urban Farmie.

Indulge in a creamy, delicious homemade baked gouda mac and cheese for the ultimate comfort food! This easy-to-follow recipe has a rich, creamy texture and is ready in just 45 minutes!
Get the Recipe: Baked Gouda Mac And Cheese

Ground Beef Stroganoff

A bowl of pasta with mushrooms and sauce.
Ground Beef Stroganoff. Photo credit: Cheerful Cook.

If you’re looking for a yummy dinner that doesn’t skimp on flavor or require much time or effort, this flavorful ground beef stroganoff is just what you need. Tender ground beef, sautéed onions, and mushrooms simmer in a deliciously rich and creamy 3-ingredient sauce.
Get the Recipe: Ground Beef Stroganoff

Shredded Chicken Nachos

A person grabbing a piece of chicken nachos.
Shredded Chicken Nachos. Photo credit: My Everyday Table.

You’re going to love these cheesy shredded chicken nachos! They are loaded with layers of crunchy chips, shredded salsa chicken, beans, and two layers of cheese. After a quick broil, it’s time to top with the perfect nacho toppings your heart desires.
Get the Recipe: Shredded Chicken Nachos

Bison Cottage Pie

A plate of shepherd's pie with carrots and meat on it.
Bison Cottage Pie. Photo credit: Noshing with the Nolands.

This recipe is a company-worthy comfort food dish for the holidays in between the big feasts of turkey and ham! Its homey comfort is perfect for a Sunday dinner when the family gathers. Puffy butter and cheese topped whipped potatoes are over a delicious savory minced meat and vegetable filling, making this memorable meal.
Get the Recipe: Bison Cottage Pie

Sweet Potato Hash

Sweet potato hash with eggs and spinach on a plate.
Sweet Potato Hash. Photo credit: Cheerful Cook.

Sweet potato hash is a hearty, nutritious, and delicious breakfast that has proven to be a real crowd-pleaser. Imagine a big plate with soft sweet potatoes, tasty ham, and onions. It’s topped off with a sunny-side-up egg cooked just right.
Get the Recipe: Sweet Potato Hash

Meatballs and Gravy

Swedish meatballs on mashed potatoes with gravy.
Meatballs and Gravy. Photo credit: This Silly Girl’s Kitchen.

Meatballs and gravy are a stick-to-your-ribs, comforting meal. With homemade meatballs and a luscious onion gravy, this recipe will be sure to go on your weekly meal rotation.
Get the Recipe: Meatballs and Gravy

One Pot Creamy Cajun Sausage Pasta

Penne pasta with sausage and peppers on a plate.
One Pot Creamy Cajun Sausage Pasta. Photo credit: Pass Me Some Tasty.

Nothing says simple like a one pot dinner recipe and this creamy cajun sausage pasta recipe is exactly that! This 30-minute meal is perfect for those weeknight dinners when we’re craving something that’s luxuriously creamy with a spicy kick.
Get the Recipe: One Pot Creamy Cajun Sausage Pasta

Chicken Enchiladas with Red Sauce

Scrumptious rotisserie chicken enchiladas in a white baking dish.
Chicken Enchiladas with Red Sauce. Photo credit: Pass Me Some Tasty.

Delicious chicken enchiladas smothered in a flavorful red enchilada sauce, topped with melted cheese, and baked to perfection. A fiesta of flavors! Naturally gluten-free.
Get the Recipe: Chicken Enchiladas with Red Sauce

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