32 Meal Train Recipes To Comfort Friends and Family in Need

Recipe: Slow-Cooker Bolognese Sauce over Pappardelle Pasta

If you really want to set a friend up for a few meals, delivering a big container of homemade Bolognese sauce is an ideal solution.

Recipe: Meatloaf Casserole

We've take your grandma's tried-and-true meatloaf and, in true Southern fashion, turned it into a casserole.

Recipe: Zucchini Lasagna

Meal train food doesn't have to be heavy! This low-carb Zucchini Lasagna is a great healthy dinner option.

Recipe: Italian Casserole

Filled with spaghetti, spinach, Italian sausage, and ricotta, this casserole delivers an entire Italian feast in one dish.

Recipe: Homestyle Ground Beef Casserole

This Homestyle Ground Beef Casserole just screams "cozy." Plus, we almost always have an extra package of ground beef in our fridge.

Recipe: Kentucky Hot Brown Casserole

Transform the South's favorite sandwich into a family-friendly main with this simple Kentucky Hot Brown Casserole recipe.

Recipe: Chicken-and-Prosciutto Tortelloni Soup

With hearty pockets of pasta and leafy greens, this Chicken-and-Prosciutto Tortelloni Soup is here to ward off any sickness.

Recipe: Pasta-Chicken-Broccoli Bake

Stuffed with tortellini, vegetables, chicken, and pecans, this casserole is a complete meal all on its own.

Recipe: French Onion Soup Casserole

Soup is an ultra-comforting meal, but if you're worrying about transporting that pot of sloshing hot liquid across town, a mess-free French Onion Soup Casserole is your best bet.

Recipe: Shrimp and Grits Casserole

The best part about this Shrimp and Grits Casserole? You can have it for dinner, then reheat it for breakfast the next morning.

Recipe: Roasted Tomato Soup with Cheddar Cheese

We'll take our Roasted Tomato Soup with a nice dose of shredded Cheddar cheese, please!

Recipe: Gnocchi Gratin with Ham and Peas

Bring a little elegance to the meal train routine with this sophisticated, French-inspired pasta bake.

Recipe: Chicken-Mushroom-Sage Casserole

This pretty casserole may look impressive, but it's actually quite easy to execute, making it an ideal meal train recipe.

Recipe: Chicken Sausage with Fennel and Apples

Pick up a pack of chicken sausage at the grocery store and this sheet pan recipe comes together in a snap.

Recipe: Ham and Noodle Casserole

Sometimes you just need a little dose of home-style comfort. This Ham and Noodle Casserole ticks all the boxes.

Recipe: Sloppy Joe Casserole

Sloppy joes can be messy, but this casserole packs all that delicious flavor with a no-fuss clean-up.

Recipe: Breakfast Enchiladas

Shake up any weekend brunch routine with these tasty Breakfast Enchiladas (they can double as breakfast for dinner).

Recipe: Old-Fashioned Chicken and Dumplings

Mama made this recipe on every sick day of our childhood, and we're paying it forward by making a big batch for the meal train.

Recipe: Cheesy Chili Hash Brown Bake

It doesn't get much easier or more convenient than these pre-portioned Cheesy Chili Hash Brown Bakes.

Recipe: Creamy Chicken Alfredo Casserole

When we imagine comfort in a dish, this creamy, cheesy pasta bake comes to mind. Plus, rotisserie chicken helps this meal come together in a flash.

Recipe: Reunion Pea Casserole

Looking for a catch-all casserole filled with plenty of meat, beans, cheese, and veggies? Meat our Reunion Pea Casserole.

Recipe: Baked Ziti with Summer Vegetables

Baked ziti gets a reputation for being heavy, but this lightened-up version features plenty of fresh summer produce.

Recipe: Beer-Braised Beef Tips with Root Vegetables and Horseradish

Ramp up your old-school pot roast with a splash of stout and a kick of spicy horseradish.

Recipe: Southern Wedding Soup

There's no wedding quite like a Southern wedding. With pork-and-beef meatballs, this soup is as filling as it is soul-warming.

Recipe: Chicken, Sweet Potato, and Corn Slow-Cooker Chowder

Not only is this slow-cooker chowder packed full of protein and nutrients, but it serves 10, which means there will be plenty of leftovers.

Recipe: Soulful Chicken Soup

The meal train isn't complete without a weekly delivery of Soulful Chicken Soup. Adults and kids alike can't resist this family favorite.

Recipe: Chicken Bog

The best part of this simple chicken dinner? It only takes one pot, and it comes together in just 30 minutes.

Recipe: Turkey Meatballs

These versatile turkey meatballs can be enjoyed over pasta, sandwiched between a roll as sliders, or served all on their own.

Recipe: Garlicky Roasted Spatchcock Chicken

Sure, we never fail to keep our fridges stocked with a rotisserie chicken, but this homemade version is simply irresistible. While you're at it, save the bones to make your own chicken stock.

Recipe: Beef Stew with Buttery Garlic Bread

Making your own garlic bread adds an extra touch of love to this hearty, stick-to-your-bones meal.

Recipe: Glazed Buttermilk Donut Cake

Want to deliver a really decadent treat? Bake up this Glazed Buttermilk Donut Cake—it'll be the talk of the town.

Recipe: Brown Butter Chocolate Chip Cookies

This recipe acts as definitive proof that a plate of chocolate chip cookies can cure all ailments. This upgraded sweet treat is the perfect accompaniment to any warming soup or casserole.