25 Meals That Comfort a Loved One MAY 13, 2025 / KELLI NAPOTNIK / ![]() I am a member of a group on Facebook called The Lazy Genius Collective, inspired by Kendra Adachi, author of The Lazy Genius Way: Embrace What Matters, Ditch What Doesn't, and Get Stuff Done. This group seeks to share ideas on simplifying their lives and encouraging each other to be geniuses about what really matters. I love this group for many reasons. I can ask questions and receive many helpful replies to topics such as dinner ideas, ways to simplify my home, or even tips about caring for loved ones. I encourage you to check out this group for yourself if you are on Facebook.
One very relevant question I stumbled upon was from a woman asking others about meal ideas for a dear friend undergoing cancer treatment. She specified that her meal recipient's taste was for simple meals, like "meat and potatoes," and was concerned that she didn't have any recipes to meet that requirement. She was delighted to receive so many helpful recommendations! When taking a meal to someone you love, consider one of the following tested recipes.
Many of us have friends or loved ones who are going through treatments of various kinds. Whether it is for cancer or another illness, I hope I've inspired you with fresh ideas if you need simple and comforting meals for someone you know!
![]() For another spin on meatball subs, try our recipe that travels well, Mini Turkey Meatballs and Tomato Sauce!
photo credit: A Mind Full Mom
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