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It always feels nice to slow down on Sunday, to make time for things you normally don’t have time for during the hectic week. One great way to do this is by cooking a comforting Sunday supper that you can share with your family or friends. There’s nothing better than sitting down to a home-cooked meal that you lovingly prepared and taking a moment to just catch up. This collection of heartwarming recipes will help you create the perfect feast. Recipes like Lasagna Bolognese, Traditional Cassoulet, and Slow Cooker Italian Chicken slowly simmer and develop deep, rich flavors that invite long conversations and second helpings. We can’t think of a better way to spend the day, so enjoy your Sunday—you deserve it.
01 of 20
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Get Recipe: The Best Homemade Lasagna
“This classic lasagna recipe is made with an easy meat sauce as the base. Layer the sauce with noodles and cheese, then bake until bubbly! This is great for feeding a big family and freezes well, too.” —Elise Bauer, Founder
02 of 20
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Get Recipe: Greek-Style Chicken and Potatoes
“I use boneless chicken thighs—perfect for braising and quick to become fall-apart tender—paired with oven fries that roast while the chicken simmers on the stove. It’s cozy, low-effort comfort food.” —Theodora Kaloudis, Recipe Developer
03 of 20
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Get Recipe: Dublin Coddle
“Dublin coddle is a pot of slowly cooked sausages, bacon, potatoes, and onions in a savory yet light broth. In a good coddle, the flavors meld so the broth picks up meatiness, and the creamy-tender potatoes absorb the broth and pork drippings.” —Sara Bir, Former Senior Editor
04 of 20
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Get Recipe: Indian Chicken Biryani
“The recipe I am sharing today is a simpler, more approachable take on a traditional Hyderabadi Chicken Biryani. The technique and the ingredient list might look overwhelming, but trust me, as long as you have all the ingredients in front of you, the hard part is already over.” —Prerna Singh, Recipe Developer
05 of 20
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Get Recipe: Spanakopita
“It’s convenient to have on hand as a side dish for a large gathering, or as a main course for a potluck or a vegetarian dinner. Serve it with a big salad, or a mezze platter of hummus, olives, tomatoes, cucumbers, and pita bread.” —Sally Vargas, Recipe Developer
06 of 20
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Get Recipe: Slow Cooker Chicken Tacos
“To jazz things up, sometimes I cover the chicken in a mixture of chili powder, cumin, and oregano before adding the salsa. Or I add a chopped onion and some garlic to the mix. There are plenty of options for playing with flavor to make this your own!” —Sara Haas, Recipe Developer
07 of 20
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Get Recipe: French Onion Mac and Cheese Casserole
“This is a special occasion, ‘cooking to unwind’ recipe in part because it’s a time investment. Making caramelized onions happens over low heat and isn’t quick, but for that unmatchable depth of flavor, you can’t rush it. As you tend the pan, you can do a little prep: measure ingredients, grate the cheeses.” —Sara Bir, Former Senior Editor
08 of 20
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Get Recipe: Chicken Scarpariello
“Chicken scarpariello is an Italian American dish served in many restaurants on the East Coast. It’s a hearty braised combination of chicken and sausages with peppers, onions, and often potatoes, all cooked together in a slightly tangy, vinegar-spiked sauce.” —Coco Morante, Recipe Developer
09 of 20
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Get Recipe: Lasagna Bolognese
“This classic lasagna Bolognese features layers of flat lasagna noodles baked with alternating layers of slow-cooked Bolognese sauce, béchamel, and Parmesan cheese. This isn’t a quick and easy lasagna. This is a slow and divine lasagna. A memorable lasagna.” —Elise Bauer, Founder
10 of 20
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Get Recipe: Slow Cooker Beef Bourguignon
“For a low-and-slow cook like this, the cut of beef matters. Chuck, from the well-exercised shoulder, is packed with collagen that melts into gelatin as it cooks, creating a luscious sauce, while fat marbling ensures the meat stays moist.” —Anne Wolf, Recipe Developer
11 of 20
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Get Recipe: Chicken Over Rice
“I consulted several sources to develop this recipe, including various food publications, food blogs, and the Halal Guys. The result is a deliciously spiced chicken, seared until golden brown, served alongside buttery turmeric rice, with lots of sauce and fresh vegetables.” —Karishma Pradhan, Recipe Developer
12 of 20
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Get Recipe: Nilagang Baka (Filipino Beef Stew)
“Nilaga is the Tagalog term for ‘boiled’, a cooking method of simmering meats, fish, or vegetables in water or clear broth. Cooking can be done in a deep stockpot over a simmering low fire or on the stovetop for a couple of hours (as in this recipe).” —Elizabeth Ann Quirino, Recipe Developer
13 of 20
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Get Recipe: Traditional Cassoulet
“This dish is a triumph. To make Cassoulet, you’ll have to dig deep into the recipe and give over a day or two of slow cooking. You will be rewarded with a dish worthy of serving to special guests who will appreciate your efforts.” —Sally Vargas, Recipe Developer
14 of 20
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Get Recipe: Chicken Fricassee
“Chicken fricassee is a great example of a relatively simple and straightforward meal that ticks all of the boxes. The French recipe brings chicken and savory vegetables with a thick, creamy gravy. It’s a classic, retro recipe worthy of making a reappearance on any modern dinner table.” —Devan Grimsrud, Recipe Developer
15 of 20
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Get Recipe: Slow Cooker Jambalaya
“Jambalaya is one of my favorite one-pot-style recipes. The combo of sausage, chicken, and shrimp with Creole seasoning and rice is always a winner in my book. Making it in a slow cooker makes it even easier to prepare!” —Nick Evans, Recipe Developer
16 of 20
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Get Recipe: Moussaka
“Moussaka is a very rich, special casserole that is perfect for Sunday dinners or potluck gatherings. The Eastern Mediterranean recipe takes some time to put together, but like a good lasagna, it’s worth it!” —Elise Bauer, Founder
17 of 20
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Get Recipe: Slow Cooker Bourbon Short Ribs with Cheesy Grits
“While you could just toss all the ingredients in a slow cooker and end up with a pretty solid version, it’s worth the extra work to lightly flour the ribs and brown them in a skillet before adding them to the slow cooker.”
—Nick Evans, Recipe Developer
18 of 20
Get Recipe: Tteokguk (Korean Rice Cake Soup)
“While the beef broth may take up to two hours to simmer, it doesn’t require much attention. The remaining elements are quick and easy to put together. If you make the broth ahead of time, it’s an easy meal to assemble.” —Vivian Jao, Recipe Developer
19 of 20
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Get Recipe: Poppy’s Chile Relleno Casserole
“Instead of stuffing and frying individual chiles, this casserole layers canned poblano chiles with Monterey Jack cheese. A simple mixture of eggs, evaporated milk, and flour replaces the whipped egg batter, baking into a rich, savory, gently spicy custard that complements the chiles beautifully.” —Anne Wolf, Recipe Developer
20 of 20
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Get Recipe: Slow Cooker Italian Chicken
“In search of a way to make the recipe even lazier, I added an extra ingredient—baby spinach—for the final few minutes. A little bit of green turns this into a one-pot meal. That might be why, almost twenty years after I first made it, this recipe remains a family favorite.” —Deborah Koenig, Recipe Developer
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