19 Hygge-Inspired Recipes For When You're Craving Comfort Food

Glögg, pronounced "glu-guh," is essentially Sweden's answer to mulled wine, tracing back as far as the early 1600s. Initially invented to mask the flavor of poor-tasting wine, it evolved into a traditional beverage enjoyed at social gatherings over the festive season.

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Truly comfort food at its finest, chicken pot pie represents the addictive marriage of a flaky, buttery crust with diced chicken, onions, carrots, and peas in a creamy sauce. While it's a dish that you can easily find pre-made in almost any grocery freezer aisle, we strongly believe that making your own is worth it.

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While we love a classic cinnamon roll at any brunch or breakfast gathering, these sticky buns are our secret weapon when we want something a little more showstopping. Baked on top of a caramel pecan glaze, these buns are extra decadent—we could just as easily eat them for dessert, TBH.

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Our slow-cooker white chicken chili couldn't be easier, and we love the texture it takes on once the beans are partially mashed. It might feel weird to use a potato masher in your slow cooker, but trust us, it's worth it! This hearty chili will keep you full all winter long.

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Baking a loaf of sourdough bread is pure therapy: comfort food for the body and for the soul. Not only will it fill your kitchen with delish smells of yeasty goodness, you’ll walk away with a handful of life lessons along with a piece of unbelievably fulfilling bread.

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This is the no-fuss, straightforward, good macaroni & cheese.The kind you can bring to a friend who is under the weather, to a potluck, one you can make for a dinner party or for a night in by yourself. Serve it as a side or as the main dish. Eat it from the pot, eat it with a spoon. This mac doesn't judge. It's too perfect.

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On winter weekdays, we want something that feels a little heartier and more filling to start our work days off right. Who says pancakes are just for weekends? Instead, add oats to your pancakes to make them worthy of your daily breakfast rotation.

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Homemade hot chocolate is infinitely better than boxed mix. And our recipe is extra decadent, thanks to the cup of actual chocolate (not just cocoa powder). Top tip: Don't forget the whipped cream!

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Is there anything more hearty, cheesy and perfect than broccoli cheddar soup? You get all of the stick-to-your bones goodness from all the best comfort food and the sharp, cheesy flavor from the cheddar, while still getting a good dose of veggies.

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This going to be your new go-to potato side. The secret to the ultra-crispy skin? A cornstarch slurry! For some flavor we added rosemary and garlic, but just like our other roasted potatoes, feel free to add any herbs or flavors your heart desires.

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This recipe is a great jumping off point if you're trying to make morning rolls of any type. We're not saying you should mess with the dough—it's perfectly buttery and fluffy! Where you have some wiggle room is the filling. Try Swedish cardamom, orange zest & cranberries, cocoa powder...

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Cassoulet, one of France’s most heralded and sublime dishes, is a formidable stew made of white beans, sausage, confit (usually duck), and pork. Put it at the top of your list of comfort foods to tackle this winter—you won’t regret it.

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Does anything impress quite the way braised short ribs do? They feel truly restaurant fancy, but here's a secret: Short ribs are pretty easy to make at home. This is the ideal dish to make for company when the weather's cold and you want to stay inside.

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If you want to venture into the world of cabbage that goes beyond corn beef or coleslaw, try this fried cabbage on for size. Hearty and flavorful, it only requires 5 ingredients (if you don't count the salt and pepper). Plus, one of those ingredients is BACON!

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Making this mulled wine couldn't be easier: Combine a bottle of red with some orange slices, warm spices, honey, and brandy, and let it simmer for 10 minutes. THAT'S IT.

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This creamy white lasagna, made extra-luxurious from a cheesy béchamel-type sauce called Mornay, is packed with chopped chicken, spinach, mushrooms, and fresh herbs—and a few time-saving secrets.

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For the signature Cracker Barrel flavor, the dumpling recipe here uses buttermilk rather than whole milk, an ingredient that Cracker Barrel claims sets their dumplings apart from others. Also, like them, we cut ours into thin squares for something between a dumpling and a pasta. We can’t argue with this; they're perfect.

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This apple cake looks much more difficult to make than it actually is. Spiraling the apples on top will guarantee it's the most elegant-looking dessert in the room. Try and slice the apples as thinly as you can, about 1/4" thick, to make sure the apples are tender as the cake is cooked through.

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Y'all, we finally cracked the code. Savory spiced meatballs in a creamy, velvety sauce... without the schlep to IKEA. These must be served over egg noodles—they're perfect for sopping up the delicious sauce.

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