5-Ingredient Comfort Food

Turn to 5 Ingredient Comfort Food when you want to prepare a stick-to-your-ribs dish that won’t eat up hours of kitchen time. From homey mac & cheese and four-layer lasagna to crispy fried chicken, savory enchiladas and irresistible birthday-cake fudge, you’ll find 274 satisfying specialties you crave. Best of all, each recipe requires just five ingredients (or fewer!), most of which are likely in your pantry and refrigerator already. What could be quicker? Ideal for busy nights, these comfort-food staples are faster than takeout and ideal for work-week menus, after-school snacks and even breakfast emergencies.