sweater weather comfort food

October 2025 Snapshot

sweater weather comfort food

"The best comfort food will always be greens, cornbread, and fried chicken." — Maya Angelou

Comfort foods provide emotional well-being by tapping into nostalgia and positive memories, and they trigger the brain's reward system to release "feel-good" chemicals like dopamine and serotonin.

Aleissa

Miyeokguk

Korean Seaweed Soup gained a new name in recent years as, “Korean Birthday Soup”.This soup is made with thin slices of rib eye beef, thin slices of dried and rehydrated seaweed, garlic, sesame seed oil, soy sauce, and yummy rice ovalettes (similar to the dumplings in chicken n dumplings Traditionally, Korean women eat this delicious and simple soup for a whole month after bringing a new life into this world as the seaweed replenishes the iron, calcium, iodine and minerals they lost during the birthing journey and ensures they will be able to provide abundant nutrition for the newborn’s 1st month of life.

Edwin

Blanco Pozole

Pozole Blanco is a traditional Mexican soup made from hominy and meat, typically pork or chicken, simmered in a clear, un-chiled broth. Unlike its red (\(rojo\)) and green (\(verde\)) counterparts, the "blanco" (white) version omits the use of chile peppers in the broth, resulting in a milder, savory flavor profile that showcases the quality of its core ingredients. Pozole blanco was a stew that was popular with the Aztecs of Mexico. The Aztecs’ primary source of food was corn, and they considered it a sacred plant.

Mia

Creole SeafoodGumbo

Creole Seafood Gumbo: One of the most comforting dishes that warm my insides during the cold months is Gumbo. Gumbo which stems from the west African word Okra is a marriage of meats, spices, and flavors that would awake anybody's senses. It’s a labor of love meal that takes about 45 minutes of constant stirring to create the rich dark brown roux (flour and oil) that sets the stage for the Holy Trinity (a mix of finely chopped celery, onion, and bell peppers). Then you add tomatoes, Creole spices and herbs such as thyme, bay leaves, smoked paprika, Cayenne Pepper, Seasonings, cover with a fragrant chicken stock, add your chicken thighs, andouille sausage, shrimp, crab, followed up with okra, and file powder. Served over long grain white rice, with a homemade buttermilk biscuit.

Maria

Tamales

Tamales are a Mexican comfort food with a rich history, made from corn dough (masa) wrapped around a variety of sweet or savory fillings and steamed in a corn husk or banana leaf. More than just a meal, they are a powerful symbol of tradition, community, and celebration that have been central to Mexican culture for thousands of years. Tamales can be made with red or green chile, with your favorite choice of protein (chicken, beef or pork). Some come with rajas con chile (shredded jalapenos and cheese) and some are sweet with different ingredients (nuts, raisins, banana, coconut etc.)

Masa

Esther

Spring Fling Cake

Esther

The Spring Fling Cake is a moist, flavorful dessert that has become a staple at spring and summer celebrations. It is often made with a yellow cake base and topped with a fluffy whipped pudding mixture, typically made with cream cheese, instant pudding mix, crushed pineapple, and Cool Whip. The cake is filled or garnished with fresh fruits like strawberries, mandarin oranges, or coconut flakes for extra spring flavor. This cake is perfect for serving chilled on a summer afternoon or layered in a trifle bowl for a bridal tea. It is a light, fruity, and fluffy dessert that is both nostalgic and updated, making it a great choice for any spring gathering or event

Trisha

Pork Green Chili (Colorado Style)

Colorado-style Green Chili with Pork is a hearty dish characterized by its spicy green chiles, tender pork, and a rich, flavorful broth.This dish is a beloved comfort food in Colorado, often enjoyed during colder months or as a comforting meal.The dish typically includes Hatch green chiles, which are known for their smoky flavor, and is often thickened with flour for a smooth texture

Bon appetit!