comfort food

[kuhm-fert food]

noun

1. simple, home-style food that brings comforting thoughts of home or childhood.

comfort food

noun

1. food that is enjoyable to eat and makes the eater feel better emotionally

Word History and Origins

Origin of comfort food¹

First recorded in 1955–60

Example Sentences

Each bite was a messy, sweet-savory symphony — comfort food with a little theatrical flair.

From Salon

But there are other times when you crave a familiar scene, a traveler’s version of comfort food.

From Los Angeles Times

That sparked accusations that the company, known for its Southern-style comfort food and nostalgic atmosphere, was abandoning its roots.

From BBC

Renowned for its Southern comfort food and down-home appeal, generations of Americans have wandered through the establishment’s general store decor and dined on its Southern comfort food.

From Los Angeles Times

It’s the Lean Cuisine-ification of nutrition: comfort food made to look like care.

From Salon