Lazy Sundays, hearty stews: 19 comfort food dishes

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Welcome to the world of lazy Sundays and hearty stews! We all have those days when all we want to do is lounge on the couch and indulge in some comforting and soul-warming dishes. And what better way to embrace the lazy vibes than with a steaming bowl of delicious stew?

In this article, we bring you a collection of 19 irresistible comfort food dishes that will make you want to fall off the couch and into a culinary paradise. From rich beef stews to fragrant vegetable medleys, these recipes are the epitome of cozy and satisfying.

Top view of a big pot of mushroom stew with cheese and basil on a cutting board next to the pot.
Italian Mushroom Stew. Photo credit: Upstate Ramblings.

Italian Mushroom Stew

This is a classic Italian American recipes with lots of mushrooms, pork and Italian sausage cooked in tomato sauce. Serve it over Italian bread for a comfort food meal.
Get the Recipe: Italian Mushroom Stew

Slow Cooker Beef Stew

A simple set-it-and-forget-it recipe this delicious beef stew will keep you coming back for seconds! It is the perfect way to feed a crowd, or make sure you have leftovers for the rest of the week.
Get the Recipe: Slow Cooker Beef Stew

Guinness Beef Stew

top view of a bowl of Guinness beef stew with a black checked napkin and a spoon.
Guinness Beef Stew. Photo credit: Upstate Ramblings.

This easy Irish beef stew recipe is loaded with tender beef that practically melts in your mouth. Plus. there are tender vegetables that add a delicious crunch to every bite making this an incredibly delicious dinner.
Get the Recipe: Guinness Beef Stew

Instant Pot Pork Stew

This deliciously different southwest style stew features pork cooked with tomatoes, beans and corn. It is fast and easy to make in a pressure cooker. Serve it with cornbread for a tasty Tex-Mex meal.
Get the Recipe: Instant Pot Pork Stew

Fish Stew

This fish stew is healthy, delicious and easy to make! The fish is cooked in a delicate wine and fennel broth for a delicious simple meal.
Get the Recipe: Fish Stew

Instant Pot Gumbo. Photo credit: Upstate Ramblings.
Instant Pot Gumbo. Photo credit: Upstate Ramblings.

Instant Pot Gumbo

Transport yourself to Louisiana with this tasty gumbo recipe! This delectable thick stew is a traditional southern dish from New Orleans featuring sausage and shrimp cooked with okra.
Get the Recipe: Instant Pot Gumbo

Apple Cider Beef Stew

This recipe beef stew uses apple cider to create a tasty and slightly sweet gravy for the tender chunks of beef and hearty vegetables. And since it is made in a pressure cooker it is ready to go in less than an hour!
Get the Recipe: Apple Cider Beef Stew

Lamb Stew with Guinness

Lamb Stew with Guinness. Photo credit: Upstate Ramblings.
Lamb Stew with Guinness. Photo credit: Upstate Ramblings.

Make a traditional Irish lamb stew in the Instant Pot! Guinness stout gives the stew a rich, deep flavor.
Get the Recipe: Lamb Stew with Guinness

Vegetable Stew

Vegetables never looked so good! Treat yourself to a healthy and delicious meal that’s easy to make and even easier to enjoy.
Get the Recipe: Vegetable Stew

Instant Pot Chicken Korma

Instant Pot Chicken Korma is a super-fast way to enjoy this spicy, rich curry. It’s quick to make, with a short ingredient list, but the recipe doesn’t sacrifice flavor for speed.
Get the Recipe: Instant Pot Chicken Korma

Easy salmon chowder in bowl
Salmon Chowder. Image source: Upstate Ramblings

Salmon Chowder

Try delicious salmon chowder made with canned salmon and cannellini beans. The creamy, dairy-free broth is filled with tender chunks of salmon, hearty vegetables, and savory beans, making for a satisfying and flavorful meal that’s sure to please the whole family.
Get the Recipe: Salmon Chowder from Canned Salmon

Slow Cooker Lamb Stew

Put the slow cooker to work with this comforting lamb stew. It simmers for hours for tender succulent bites perfect for lazy days.
Get the Recipe: Slow Cooker Lamb Stew

Dutch Oven Birria

Whether you use this classic dish as a traditional stew or spice up your tacos, Dutch oven birria is loaded with meaty, rich, tender bites of beef.
Get the Recipe: Dutch Oven Birria

Seafood Chowder

Seafood Chowder. Photo credit: Cook What You Love.
Seafood Chowder. Photo credit: Cook What You Love.

There are all sorts of tasty bites in this thick, rich, and creamy Seafood Chowder. Ready sooner than you might think, this hearty chowder for a simple, delicious meal.
Get the Recipe: Seafood Chowder

Chicken & Cheddar Dumplings

Nothing says comfort food like a big bowl of Chicken & Cheddar Dumplings! This Southern stew is rich, meaty, and those dumplings are pillowy soft and delicious!
Get the Recipe: Chicken & Cheddar Dumplings

Thai Pumpkin Curry

This Thai Pumpkin Curry is a delicious and satisfying meal that takes just 25 minutes to make. Thai curry paste and rich, creamy coconut milk add layers of flavor.
Get the Recipe: Thai Pumpkin Curry

Hungarian Goulash

Hungarian Goulash. Photo credit: Cook What You Love.
Hungarian Goulash. Photo credit: Cook What You Love.

Meaty, saucy, and with an incredible flavor thanks to onions, paprika, garlic, and more, authentic Hungarian Goulash is the only stew you need!
Get the Recipe: Hungarian Goulash

Shrimp & Corn Chowder with Chipotle

Sweet tender shrimp, loads of corn, tasty taters are more are in this Shrimp & Corn Chowder with Chipotle. It is hearty and filling making it a delicious comfort food soup.
Get the Recipe: Shrimp & Corn Chowder with Chipotle

Thai Chicken Curry

This Thai Chicken Curry is so good! I love how easy it is to make and that you can use whatever veggies you have on hand! It’s so delicious and can be made either on the stovetop or in the Instant Pot.
Get the Recipe: Thai Chicken Curry

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