Snow days call for comfort food. As Toronto faces a record-breaking snowstorm, no better way to stay warm than by cooking an easy-to-make meal from the comfort of your home.
Since yesterday’s snowfall, with over 60 cm of snow, it’s a snow day for many residents who are staying cozy inside their homes.
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To make the most of your snow day, here are 10 easy-to-make comfort foods perfect for the Toronto storm.
Chicken Noodle Soup
In the middle of a blizzard, a warm bowl of soup makes sense. Grab a can of classic Tim Hortons chicken noodle soup from the grocery store, or tear open a Lipton packet, among many quick-and-easy soup options.
Mac & Cheese
Take a trip back to childhood with mac & cheese. Whether it’s homemade, or a quick warmable snack cup of Kraft Dinner, this cheesy dish is comforting to many Torontonians.
Frozen Pizza
Whether you like your pizza cold or warm, grab a frozen pizza from your freezer for some cheesy comfort and watch your favourite Netflix show.
Grilled Cheese & Tomato Soup
Grilled cheese is a quick and tasty option. Pair it with tomato soup for the perfect comfort meal in this weather.
Fried Chicken
It’s too cold for KFC or Popeyes, so make fried chicken at home. Air fry frozen chicken strips for an easy, satisfying meal.
Ramen
Feeling like soup, but not chicken noodle soup? There’s always ramen. Remember your university days with instant noodles, or make it a little fancier by adding an egg or more veggies.
Nachos
You don’t need to order from a St. Louis Bar to get some nice nachos. Make nachos at home, just grab the chips, melt some cheese, add salsa – and it’s done. All that’s left to do is turn on the TV to watch your favourite game.
Lentil soup
Indian food warms you up in this weather. Cook a creamy daal (lentil soup) that lasts for days. A comforting, soupy alternative to ramen or chicken noodle soup.
Casserole
Missing your mom’s cooking? Make a casserole out of ingredients you probably have at home. Add two cans of corn, two cans of beans, a handful of chopped green onions, a bag of Tex-Mex shredded cheese, and a large can of salsa. Bake it at 400° F for 30 minutes.
Tacos
Last but not least, tacos. Imagine you’re on vacation in Mexico’s warm weather eating tacos at home – it won’t be as good, but it’ll definitely help your mood. Start with a soft or hard shell, cook some ground beef, add diced tomatoes, salsa, sour cream, guacamole, and other toppings you like.
