7 Funeral Dishes That Bring Comfort
ByAshley S.•December 9When someone you know loses a loved one, it can be hard to know how to be there for them in their time of grief. The best way we know how to show our love is to provide them with a warm, delicious meal. You can count on these 7 Funeral Dishes That Bring Comfort to really show that you care. Grief can be hard, but it's made a little better by a delicious act of kindness!
Funeral Potatoes, aka cheesy potatoes, is a crowd-pleasing dish that got its name from being a classic casserole being served at post-funeral luncheons. Perhaps a sad title for such a tasty dish, but it just goes to show how comforting these cheesy potatoes are. Funeral Potatoes are easy-to-make and are perfect for your next meal or upcoming potluck!
Ah, Potluck Cordon Bleu Bake. You probably never thought you'd see "potluck" and "Cordon Bleu" in the same sentence, did you?! Well, prepare to be amazed because this is the only kind you'll want to see or eat from now on. Sinking your teeth into this gooey, cheesy bake that's filled with all sorts of juicy meats and a crispy prosciutto-and-breadcrumb topping will truly change your life. Your craving for the elegant, steakhouse version will quickly disappear, and you will now forever long for this rustic, comforting, get-your-people-together kind. Potluck Cordon Bleu Bake proves that comfy is better!
Mmm, mmm, mmm, no restaurant anywhere can ever come close to the deliciousness that comes from those good 'ole Southern-style church potlucks. All the aunties and grammies bring their rich and hearty top-secret family recipes to the table, providing us with dishes that are always quite heavenly. Well, now you can compete in the contest for best dish of the day with Church Potluck Mac & Cheese! First things first, you can never ever go wrong with tender noodles swimming in a sea of creamy, melty, buttery cheese topped with a crispy, cheesy breadcrumb crust. And to step up your game a little, we added a bit of salty, crispy bacon that will make everyone's tastebuds sing. Step aside Sister Suzie, this Church Potluck Mac & Cheese is about to dominate (in the most loving way) at the next gathering!
Ida's Creamy Grape Salad is the darling of church potlucks, family cookouts, and general snack cravings! The crisp, fresh flavors of the grapes add a wonderful contrast to the rich creaminess of the mix. Topped with smoky-sweet brown sugar and crunchy pecans, Ida's Creamy Grape Salad beats other fruit salads every day of the week. It's perfect for when you need to whip something up in a hurry that you know everyone will love!
You can't have a church lunch, a potluck, or a great get-together without the perfect casserole. There might even be a rule about it somewhere. Not to worry, the Church Lunch Bake will make everyone who tries it happy in an instant; all they need to do is bite into the tender pasta, the juicy, savory chicken, the rich tomato sauce, and the melty cheese. How could anyone not be satisfied with the Church Lunch Bake? Once you bring this to the gathering, don't be surprised if people ask you to bring this dish to every future party!
If you’re looking for a hearty meal to feed a crowd and you’re in a hurry, Church Supper Spaghetti is the answer to your prayers! This delicious spaghetti casserole takes a little over an hour to make and makes enough to serve everyone at the potluck. With juicy beef, bright tomatoes, and sharp cheese, this recipe is sure to fill bellies and spark smiles! Church Supper Spaghetti is easy to make and sure to be a crowd-pleaser.
Everyone's happy to see this dip make an appearance at the party; that is, after all, how it got its name! Beloved Potluck Dip is a refreshing vegetarian dip ready and loaded with nutty, lime-infused quinoa and a hearty, creamy, spicy black bean purée. There's also plenty of bright veggies and a tangy avocado to really display a dazzling array of flavors! Beloved Potluck Dip is ready to amaze right from the start, and win even more hearts and taste buds!