A hot meal is one of life’s greatest indulgences — and it’s especially nourishing during the cold winter months. Enjoying a freshly prepared plate of comfort food for dinner can make even the coldest days more tolerable. But how can you select the right dish when there are so many warming options available? Stick with filling foods that are as satisfying to your belly as they are to your heart and soul. These feel-good foods are destined to make your next meal unforgettable.

A Guide to Winter’s Best Comfort Foods

1. Homemade Soups

There are few dishes as comforting as soup during wintertime. Whether you’re ducking into your favorite restaurant for dinner after a long day or preparing something at home, you can trust soup to hit the spot and provide you with some much-needed warmth.

Most establishments offer a few standard options, along with a soup of the day for variety. Soup also makes a great starter before you enjoy your entrée.

2. Hearty Melts

The melt sandwich is a quintessential cold weather food designed to fill and warm you up at the same time. The traditional recipe calls for bread, melted cheese, and a hearty filling of some sort. It’s an excellent partner for a bowl of soup, but is equally satisfying on its own. Most restaurants are happy to customize your sandwich to your liking, so you can enjoy a vegetarian melt or one loaded with meat if that’s what you’re craving for dinner.

3. Classic Meats

Sometimes all you need is a plate full of hot meat and sides to ease a chill. Keep it classic — think chicken breasts with a baked potato, turkey with mashed potatoes, or fried fish with French fries. Many restaurants also offer the option of adding another side or a fresh salad. If you’d prefer, save room for dessert and treat yourself to a slice of piping hot pie instead.

Dinner gets an upgrade at Wayne’s Family Restaurant in Oconto, WI. The leading dining establishment has proudly served the community since 1983. Their menu is full of lunch and dinner favorites, including open-faced sandwiches, homemade soups, award-winning pies, and plenty of house specials that will leave you excited for your next visit. They even serve breakfast all day. Check out their website to view the menu, or give them a call at (920) 835-4262 to speak with a friendly staff member today.