40 Comfort Foods for Someone Who's Feeling Sick

Get all the nutrients you need with minestrone. It's packed with good-for-you veggies and beans, but all you'll think about is how good it feels in your tummy when you aren't feeling well.

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Jell-O is easy to swallow when you have a sore throat. You can easily make it like the box says. Or, if you're gifting to a sicky, take an extra moment to impress them with a mold.

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Get all the flavors of comforting pot pie like chicken, veggies, and flavorful broth with way less effort. And if you've got the energy, you can make dunkable crispers out of store-bought pie dough.

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Get your meat, veggies, and starch all in one easy-to-swallow bite. It's hard to think of something more cozy, comforting, and filling than that! It's also freezer friendly if you want to make one in advance for the inevitable.

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Don't run out to the store. Simply check out your pantry instead and throw every kind of canned bean you've got into a pot to make this easy-as-can-be soup. It's full of good-for-you protein!

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It's in Grandma's recipe box for a reason. You can grab a bunch of things from the pantry like canned tuna and cream of mushroom soup and whip up a comforting casserole in no time.

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While most of the items on this list are savory, there are times when all you want is a sweet treat that you've loved all your life. Can you really go wrong with fresh chocolate chip cookies? Nope!

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Ree makes this when it's too darn cold outside, which means it's also perfect to warm you up when you're sick. Even better? It’s "a great way to use up odds and ends from the fridge or pantry," she says.

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Sweet apples and warm cinnamon make this feel like a hug in a bowl. It's gentle on your stomach and easy to whip up, even if you're still in pajamas at 2 p.m.

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This hearty soup is packed with protein and fiber to help you power through recovery mode. The tender lentils soak up the savory broth, so every spoonful feels comforting without feeling heavy.

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Fluffy dumplings floating in rich chicken broth? Yes, please! Every spoonful feels like the edible version of a weighted blanket when nothing else sounds good.

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If your taste buds are begging for something with a little more oomph, this is it. The smoky sausage balances the creamy beans and tender kale for a comforting bowl that tastes fresh.

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When all else fails, melted cheese cures a lot of problems. This velvety soup turns a pile of broccoli into pure comfort food and makes getting your greens surprisingly easy.

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Garlic, herbs, and a little pasta make this broth feel way more special than your average sick-day soup. It's light enough to sip but full of flavor that actually makes you want seconds.

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Not for the kids of course, but a hot toddy can be so soothing to sip. All you need is hot water, lemon, honey, and a splash of bourbon or whiskey.

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Of course chicken noodle soup is on the top of the list! It's easy to digest, full of nutrients, and is just pure comfort. If you make it in an Instant Pot, it's only ten minutes of prep.

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Think of this as chicken soup's heartier cousin. The veggies and potatoes make it extra filling, while the thick broth tastes like something straight from Grandma's kitchen.

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Mini meatballs bobbing around in tomato broth are somehow more fun than grown-up soup. It's cozy, slurpable, and exactly what you'd want after a long nap on the couch.

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