We asked the Reader’s Digest community to tell us their all-time favourite comfort foods – the kinds of dishes that evoke memories of childhood, satisfy a craving or simply make the world feel like a better place. You’ll be amazed by some of the responses… and may just get a few crazy ideas to try yourself.

11. Hot chips

11. Hot chips
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Hot chips. They are cheap, they are greasy and salty and hot but they are as close to a warm blanket as something edible can be. – Amanda Gorton

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12. Bangers and mash

12. Bangers and mash
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I like mashed potatoes and sausages in winter. They remind me of cozy things and being a child again. – Narelle Warren

13. Chocolate pudding

13. Chocolate pudding
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A steaming hot, self-saucing chocolate pudding with vanilla bean ice-cream. That moment when you take a spoonful of it and it the chocolate just goes everywhere. Heaven in a bowl! – Kerrie Moss

We asked the Reader’s Digest community to tell us their all-time favourite comfort foods – the kinds of dishes that evoke memories of childhood, satisfy a craving or simply make the world feel like a better place. You’ll be amazed by some of the responses… and may just get a few crazy ideas to try yourself.

14. Twisties

14. Twisties
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Twisties. I remember as a child being given a small packet from my parents whenever we went out. Movies, swimming pool, barbeques, parties. Since then, whenever needing a hug from the inside, I turn to Twisties for comfort. – Deborah Cairns

15. Liquorice

15. Liquorice
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Liquorice. Maybe I read somewhere that it’s brain food. Regardless, I will believe this, and feel comforted eating liquorice! – Deb Harrison

16. Meat pie

16. Meat pie
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Aside from chocolate it’s meat pies! When I’m stressed I crave them… just the plain meat pie. It’s hot, delicious and makes me happy. – Maria Pennisi

We asked the Reader’s Digest community to tell us their all-time favourite comfort foods – the kinds of dishes that evoke memories of childhood, satisfy a craving or simply make the world feel like a better place. You’ll be amazed by some of the responses… and may just get a few crazy ideas to try yourself.

17. Sauerkraut

17. Sauerkraut
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Sauerkraut. The smell alone of it simmering on the stove, always takes my mind back to a time of innocence and complete security as a child at home with my parents. – Diana Donata

18. Popcorn

18. Popcorn
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Popcorn as it’s easy to make, smells wonderful and is a light food to eat but fills me up. – Charlotte Black

19. Vegemite

19. Vegemite
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Vegemite on toast. It makes everything better, especially a hangover. – Karina Lee

We asked the Reader’s Digest community to tell us their all-time favourite comfort foods – the kinds of dishes that evoke memories of childhood, satisfy a craving or simply make the world feel like a better place. You’ll be amazed by some of the responses… and may just get a few crazy ideas to try yourself.

20. Nachos

20. Nachos
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Gooey, cheesy, spicy nachos because they’re a decadent treat that feeds your soul when you’re feeling blue. – Melissa Turner

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