After a long day's work, conflict with boss, unbalanced accounting statement, small trouble with the machine or simply a delayed bus ride, can make our day tiring.
This is the time we give ourselves a simple treat to get over a hectic day. Comfort foods are foods we eat that gives us comfort, for reason that we like its taste and we know and like the feeling when we eat it.
Each of us has our own comfort foods different from the rest. And when we say comfort foods, it doesn't mean that all are healthy stuff. Most of the times, we tend to eat what we like, regardless of its nutritional content or calories.
Comfort foods can be the same high-carb spaghetti and meatball pasta you eat when you feel tired and depressed, it can be a pint of ice cream when you feel sad or it can also be a savory tuna melt sandwich you crave when you fail a test.
Whatever food it is, comfort foods can bring the best feeling when you eat it. Eating comfort foods refers to what is call "emotional eating." Sometimes, when we feel sad, depressed or we are in a complicated situation, we tend to eat comfort foods that also trigger possibility of obesity.
"Our urge to eat is strongly driven by our moods and emotions," says Treena Wynes, a wellness consultant in Saskatoon, Canada.
So before grabbing your favorite comfort foods, here are America's all-time comfort foods, check if one or more of these are yours too:
Tuna Melts
Tuna Melts is one of American's all-time comfort foods that are packed with carbohydrates, protein, fiber and fats. Tuna Melts are so tempting with its flavorful cheddar cheese, mayo, tuna and crunchy tomatoes.
Ratatouille is a traditional French Provençal stewed vegetable dish that originated in Nice, France. This sumptuous and healthy French cuisine is a blend of vegetables including onions, tomatoes, courgette, bell peppers, aubergine, garlic, basil and marjoram.
Roast Chicken
Roast Chicken is a simple and easy-to-prepare recipe, and has been all-time comfort foods of the Americans. It is prepared in any ordinary to special days. A celebration won't be complete without a roasted chicken or turkey on the table.
Peanut Butter
Peanut Butter can be anyone's comfort food. Its yummy and addicting taste makes it one of the best comfort foods in the U.S. Do you know that it is Elvis Presley's comfort food?
Ice cream has been always referred to as comfort foods with its versatility when it comes to flavor. This cold treat can sway anyone's mood and will tempt you to grab another scoop.
Spaghetti and Meatballs
Spaghetti and Meatballs is a classic recipe that will be loved by everyone. This dish is mixed with juicy meat, breadcrumbs, butter, egg, onions, and Parmigiano-Reggiano, in red sauce is just so yummy over spaghetti making it all-time comfort foods of the Americans.
Chicken Pot Pie
This healthy and zesty dish is loaded with power ingredients: chicken, gravy, mixed vegetables including potatoes, green beans, carrots, and peas.
Mashed Potatoes and gravy
People love mashed potatoes with gravy with its savory taste of cream and butter. A simple dish, yet an easy grab after a tiring day.
Pie
Pie will melt your heart every time you bite a flavorsome pie be it blueberry or strawberry pie.
Chili
Chili is one of all around comfort foods in the U.S. It is a versatile food that is served in variety of ways. It can be prepared with an -all meat, brisket and bean or a chili that is cooked with tomatillos, chiles and pork.
What's your comfort food?
