Eat First, Regret Nothing: The Best Comfort Food Recipes

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Cancel your salad plans—tonight, we feast. We’re talking Crunchwrap Supreme magic without the drive-thru, French Dip Squares so melty you’ll need extra napkins, and Crispy Cacio e Pepe Potato Stacks that put plain old fries to shame. Need a crispy, cheesy fix? Mozzarella Sticks have entered the chat. And for dessert, prepare for Oreo Brookie Bars, Fudgy Brownies, and the dangerously addictive Ice Cream Sandwich Cake. Whether fried, stacked, or smothered in chocolate, these comfort food recipes are pure joy on a plate. Let’s dig in!

Sourdough Chocolate Crinkle Cookies

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Close-up of chocolate crinkle cookies dusted with powdered sugar, showcasing a bite taken out revealing a rich, gooey interior.
Image Credit: Little Spoon Farm

Sourdough Chocolate Crinkle Cookies – The ultimate mix of rich, fudgy, and chewy, wrapped in a crackly, sugar-dusted shell. Basically, if a brownie and a cookie had a delicious little love child, this would be it!

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Crispy Cacio e Pepe Potato Stacks

Stacked, golden-brown potato slices topped with herbs and cheese, resting on a baking tray with crispy edges.
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Cacio e Pepe Potato Stacks – Crispy, cheesy, and packed with bold peppery flavor, these golden potato stacks turn a few simple ingredients into a show-stopping side. Perfect for wowing guests—or just treating yourself to a little holiday magic!

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Crunchwrap Supreme

A stack of cheesy quesadillas filled with ground beef, lettuce, and tomatoes, served on a wooden cutting board.
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Crunchwrap Supreme – A flavor-packed masterpiece wrapped up and grilled to golden, crispy perfection! Layers of deliciousness in every bite, making comfort food dreams come true.

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Chicken Empanadas Recipe

Two golden-brown empanadas, one cut open to reveal shredded chicken and peppers, garnished with fresh parsley on a wooden board.
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Argentinean Chicken Empanadas – A South American classic with a golden, flaky crust and a savory shredded chicken filling that’s bursting with flavor. Every country has its own spin, but this homemade version is pure comfort food perfection!

To learn more: Chicken Empanadas Recipe

French Dip Squares

A hearty layered dish with tender beef and melted cheese, served with golden fries and accompanied by a small bowl of dipping sauce.
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French Dip Squares – All the savory, beefy goodness of a classic French Dip, but in a fun, layered, pull-apart form! Easy to make, ridiculously delicious, and perfect for dinner—or just because you deserve it.

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Fried Catfish

Crispy fried fish fillets and golden cornbread fritters, garnished with lemon slices and parsley, on a metal tray.
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Southern Fried Catfish – Crispy, golden, and packed with bold seasoning, this classic dish delivers tender, flaky fish in every bite. Ready in under 30 minutes, it’s like bringing the best fish fry straight to your kitchen—comfort food at its finest!

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Fried Oyster Mushrooms

A bowl of crispy fried chicken pieces garnished with green onions, accompanied by a small dish of creamy dipping sauce.
Image Credit: Piper Cooks

Fried Oyster Mushrooms – Crispy, golden, and packed with flavor, these crunchy bites have a perfectly spiced batter and a juicy, chewy center. So good, you won’t even miss the meat—comfort food at its finest!

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Fudgy Brownies

Three deliciously rich chocolate brownies stacked on a white plate, surrounded by a red woven tablecloth and a gold fork.
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Fudgy Brownies – Thick, chewy, and loaded with chunks of rich chocolate, these brownies are basically a chocoholic’s dream come true. One bite, and you’ll understand why comfort food doesn’t get better than this!

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Ice Cream Sandwich Cake

A slice of layered Oreo ice cream cake with chocolate cookies, vanilla layers, and a crumbly top, served on a plate with a fork.
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Ice Cream Sandwich Cake – Just four ingredients stand between you and this no-fuss, cookies-and-cream masterpiece! Layers of ice cream sandwiches, Oreo-studded ice cream, and a dreamy whipped topping make this the ultimate lazy dessert win.

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Mozzarella Sticks

A plate of crispy cheese sticks with a gooey cheese pull, accompanied by a bowl of rich tomato sauce for dipping.
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Homemade Mozzarella Sticks – Crispy, golden perfection on the outside, melty, gooey cheese on the inside—these are miles ahead of anything from the freezer aisle! Dunk them in a rich, homemade marinara, and snack time just got a serious upgrade.

To learn more: Mozzarella Sticks

Hershey’s Chocolate Cake

A slice of rich chocolate cake with smooth frosting on a white plate, accompanied by a fork, against a gray background.
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Hershey’s Chocolate Cake – Incredibly moist, irresistibly chocolatey, and guaranteed to steal the show at any gathering. One slice in, and you’ll see why this is the ultimate shareable comfort dessert!

To learn more: Hershey’s Chocolate Cake

Oreo Brookie Bars

A hand holds a layered dessert bar topped with crushed Oreos and drizzled chocolate, showcasing a golden cookie base and dark chocolate layers.
Image Credit: The Country Cook

Oreo Brookie Bars – When brownies, chocolate chip cookies, and Oreos join forces, you get the ultimate dessert trifecta! Easy to make, ridiculously delicious, and the only comfort food dessert you’ll ever need.

To learn more: Oreo Brookie Bars

About Jenny deRemer

I am a Charleston, South Carolina-based culinary novice, an ardent authority on all things travel, a designer by trade, and the creator of Not Entirely Average. I have a weakness for farmers' markets, delight in adventures way off the beaten path, enjoy documenting my many moods through photography, and have been known to conquer the occasional yard sale with gusto!

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