Comfort Food Recipes For Rainy Days
Do you have a go-to comfort food? Or maybe you are looking for easy, rainy day dinner ideas that will warm your soul? Whether you’ve caught a case of the blues or need a hot and hearty meal on a cold winter night, our grandma-approved comfort foods will satisfy your craving for something warm, cheesy, and oh-so-savory on any given day.
Grab a fork and a spoon—you’ll need them by the time you reach the end of this blog.
What Is Comfort Food?
Remember that chicken noodle soup your mom used to make when you had the sniffles? That’s classic comfort food. Comfort food is any type of meal that sparks a nostalgic and sentimental feeling. Albeit these foods tend to be packed with high calories and carbohydrates, comfort foods are like a hug on a plate. And who doesn’t love a good hug?
Best Comfort Food Recipes
When we think of comfort food, our tastebuds tend to skew toward popular dishes like spaghetti and meatballs or classic southern chicken and waffles. But comfort food can be anything that sparks a sense of solace. From sandwiches to soups, we’ll dig into the many faces and flavors of our favorite comfort food. So let's start with a few easy comfort food recipes.
Smoked Pimento Mac N Cheese
If you were a mac and cheese lover as a kid, then you’ll love our grown-up Smoked Pimento Mac N Cheese. We give this classic American dish a makeover with smokey, cheesy cavatappi pasta, sweet pimento, and a breaded crust for the perfect crunch. Perfect as a cold weather comfort food. So fire up that smoker, and let’s get cooking.
Cook your pasta while making a roux of butter and flour in a separate sauce pot. Stir in milk, heavy cream, and cheeses, and finish with a generous dash of our Multi-Tool blend. Read our full recipe to find out how you can perfect this delicious vegetarian comfort food for the ultimate spoonful of cheesy goodness.
Pot Roast
Looking to elevate your Sunday dinner with smoky, savory goodness? Say hello to your new comfort food hero: Smoked Pot Roast. Imagine a beautifully marbled chuck roast, generously seasoned with Prime Time Butcher’s Blend, slowly kissed by smoke at just 180 °F to infuse deep, wood-fired flavor. After three hours, it’s braised atop a cozy bed of onions, carrots, celery, and garlic in a rich red wine–beef broth bath—then cooked low and slow until the meat falls apart with a gentle nudge of a fork.
By the final hour, tender red potatoes join the flavor party, soaking up that luscious jus. Finish it all with your own velvety roux-thickened sauce, and you’ve got a dish worthy of tradition, comforting enough to become a culinary hug on a plate.
Monte Cristo Sandwich
Could this be the champion of all ham and cheese sandwiches? We think so. Ham sandwiches aren’t just for the lunchbox. Our Monte Cristo Sandwich is crispy, savory, versatile, and resourceful when it comes to using leftover ham into an easy comfort food.
Take this classic comfort sandwich to the next level by dunking it into a bowl of milk and egg batter. Watch it sizzle to crispy, golden flawlessness. Top it off with a drizzle of Buzzed Beer Mustard for a sweet and spicy flavor your whole hive will buzz about. This sandwich is definitely among the best comfort food when sick.
Ham N Cheese Hot Pocket
You’ve heard the jingle. You’ve probably even sang along. And you most definitely burned your lips after taking a hasty bite. The hot pocket was the hot after-school snack kids couldn’t get enough of. If you were a hot pocket kid, you’ll love our easy Ham N Cheese Hot Pocket recipe.
Thaw a pack of puff pastry dough as your oven preheats to 400 degrees. Combine ham, shredded cheddar, and our Grate State cheesy blend. Find out what your next steps will be by reading our full recipe. And don’t worry—these hot pockets aren’t like molten lava.
Venison Chili
Turn your venison harvest into a bowl of bold satisfaction with our Ten‑Point Venison Chili. This hearty chili takes the guesswork out of seasoning, thanks to our trusty Ten‑Point Chili Mix—making it perfect for cozy weeknights or friendly chili cook-offs.
With toppings like jalapeños, cheddar cheese, sour cream, and charred corn salsa, this chili transforms into a customizable comfort food masterpiece. Whether you're serving 4 or feeding a crowd, this chili brings warmth, bold flavor, and nostalgic satisfaction with every spoonful.
Smoked Chicken and Dumpling Soup
Imagine the comfort of a steaming bowl filled with tender, smoky chicken, creamy broth, and fluffy dumplings that melt in your mouth. Our Smoked Chicken & Dumpling Soup elevates the timeless classic with smoky complexity and homestyle tenderness—perfect for chilly nights and soul-warming meals.
Whether you're chasing warmth on a cold evening or craving a nostalgic hug in a bowl, this soup serves up both comfort and sophistication—smoky, creamy, and unforgettable.
Healthy Comfort Foods
Yes—comfort food can be healthy! And we’ll prove it to you.
Dig into our top five favorite healthy comfort foods that are vegan- and vegetarian-friendly.
Elote Avocado Toast
Any avocado lovers in the house? Our Elote Avocado Toast is a fun twist on the beloved Mexican street corn that will brighten your morning and your mood. Stir together mayo, sour cream, lime juice, and our Elote Loco Street Corn blend.
Sauté your corn and toast your bread to your liking. Top and spread with thinly sliced avocado for the perfect pop of green and drizzle with sauce. Isn't this the best healthy comfort food? Keep reading to find out what garnishes go best on top of your toasted masterpiece.
Smoked Potato Soup
‘Tis the season for soup. Smoked Potato Soup. Cold weather creeps up fast, so defrost yourself with a warm bowl of hearty potato soup. Wash and poke your potatoes to prevent them from bursting, and place them into your smoker for about an hour.
Once those taters are tender, let them cool slightly and cut them into halves. Not only is this winter comfort food great for sick days, it's also great as a lazy Sunday dinner idea. Continue reading our full recipe to find out how you can incorporate our Bacon Bomb into your creamy potato soup for a spicy, smokey explosion of flavor.
Cheesy Cauliflower
Cauliflower? Smothered in cheese? Heck yes. This Cheesy Cauliflower Bake will have your whole home smelling like fall. Grab your cast iron skillet, because you’re going to need it for this vegetarian comfort food.
Remove excess leaves from your cauliflower and cut them into one-inch steaks.
Season with our Black Gold Garlic Pepper for a taste of California garlic, herbs, onion, and plenty of pepper in every bite. Grill your cauliflower steaks on the stovetop, baste with Memphis King Tangy BBQ Sauce, and transfer to the cast iron skillet. What happens next? Read our full recipe to find out.
Butternut Squash Bisque
Butternut squash is one of the hallmarks of comforting autumnal cooking. Sweet, nutty, and utterly delicious, our Butternut Squash Bisque will have your tastebuds falling in love with this Fall favorite over and over again.
Warm your soul with a bowl of this deliciously vegan comfort food. Start by peeling the butternut squash and removing the seeds. Cut into cubes and place into a stock pot along with onions and butter. Now, the fun part: making the sachet. Find out how by reading our recipe. By the way, you’ll need our Apple Pie Cinnamon Spice Rub.
Crispy Air Fryer Falafel
Deck the halls this winter with our Crispy Air Fryer Falafel balls. These air-fried nuggets are packed full of exotic middle eastern flavors in every bite. Plus, they’re super healthy.
You’ll need dried chickpeas and a food processor for this dish. Submerge the chickpeas into a bowl or container of water, then wrap and set out at room temperature for a full day. Seriously, it pays to prep. After 24 hours, drain your beans and rinse with cold water. This is where your food processor will make its grand entrance. Continue reading our full recipe to find out how you can make the perfect falafel balls with our Open Sesame seasoning.
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