12 Comfort Foods You Can Make At Home

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Fried calamari is a staple of casual dining menus, but no need to go out when you want to eat some--this recipe shows you how to make it in your own kitchen. View recipe here .



From fried chicken to milkshakes--in your own kitchen.

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Fried chicken is another fast-food favorite that's easy to make at home. View recipe here .


From fried chicken to milkshakes--in your own kitchen.

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This baked pasta dish is a crowd-pleaser and an ideal meal to serve on family dinner nights. View recipe here .



From fried chicken to milkshakes--in your own kitchen.

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If you prefer your macaroni meatless, try this flavorful, mushroomy version. View recipe here .


From fried chicken to milkshakes--in your own kitchen.

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Try this Greek-style meatball recipe, which uses grated zucchini and bulgar in place of the traditional bread crumbs. View recipe here .



From fried chicken to milkshakes--in your own kitchen.

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The homemade version of this all-American classic is superior to the kind you can order at a restaurant. View recipe here .



From fried chicken to milkshakes--in your own kitchen.

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Love pickles? Try making them yourself instead of buying them at the store. View recipe here .



From fried chicken to milkshakes--in your own kitchen.

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Biscuits are another food favorite that's readily available at the supermarket--but they're even better homemade. View recipe here .



From fried chicken to milkshakes--in your own kitchen.

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For many people, breakfast is the best meal of the day. Who says it can only happen in the morning? Learn more here .



From fried chicken to milkshakes--in your own kitchen.

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Diners are famous for their milkshakes, but it's more fun to make them for yourself--especially since when you're at home, you can turn them into cocktails. Learn more here .


From fried chicken to milkshakes--in your own kitchen.

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This recipe is ideal for the environmentally conscious, since it uses mainly organic ingredients. It's also healthier than some other kinds of chocolate cake--black beans replace the flour, providing the cake with a dose of fiber. View recipe here .



From fried chicken to milkshakes--in your own kitchen.

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S'mores are a classic make-at-home treat. This version replaces the chocolate with a filling that's similar to lemon meringue pie. View recipe here .



From fried chicken to milkshakes--in your own kitchen.