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Home / The Food + Grief Project / Food + Grief Recipes

Food + Grief Recipes

Here are some food and recipe ideas to nourish and sustain those in grief.

Foods to Bring Grieving People Food + Grief Project

Photo by Taylor Hernandez via Unsplash.

Good Grief Food

In my experience, good "grief food" can fall into several camps.

1. In one category, we have food that can be easily brought to someone experiencing loss: a good casserole that can be easily reheated, soup that can be easily frozen, or maybe a simple but delicious roast chicken dinner.

2. In another category, we have food that is easily digested and good for those with small appetites. Grief, especially early on, can take a huge physical toll. Appetites may be small; stomachs may feel upset; immune systems compromised. Simplicity and nourishment should be emphasized here.

3. Finally, for those experiencing grief and need to cook something simple for themselves when the casseroles run out, I have included easy but nourishing recipes below. (That said, don't be afraid to just have cereal for dinner once in a while. I remember times where cereal was all I had energy to make.)

These recipes cover both categories. Pick and choose what seems right. And remember: Any dish made with love is the right one.

This list is by no means exhaustive. Feel free to search Unpeeled's complete recipe collection.

...And if you have any thoughts, or need further suggestions or advice, please feel very free to reach out to me at inquiries [at] unpeeledjournal.com. I'll be there.

wooden plate of chicken and black bean enchiladas with avocado and cilantro

Easy Black Bean Chicken Enchiladas

bowl of parmesan easy farro whole-grain recipe with parmesan and butter

Creamy Parmesan Farro

bowl of vegetarian Ayurvedic kitchari with cilantro and spinach on top for dinner

Healing Ayurvedic Kitchari With Chickpeas(Kitchidi)

plate of a scoop of italian baked ziti with meatball on gray plate

Old-School Baked Ziti With Ricotta

Creamy Parmesan Polenta: Easy Italian Dishes

Creamy Parmesan Polenta

bowl of tomato orzo soup with croutons and bread with spoon

Easy Tomato Orzo Soup

bowl of wonton soup with greens and scallions

Homemade Wonton Soup

bowl of beans vegetarian chili with cheese and scallions on top

Hearty Vegetarian Chili

platter of homemade fried chicken tenders

Pan Fried Chicken Tenders

mug of the the best homemade chicken soup with bread and spoon

The Best Homemade Chicken Soup

spinach and chickpea Spanish tapas in bowl with bread and cheese

Spanish Garbanzos and Greens

Jersey-Style Sour Cream Crumb Cake

Sour Cream Crumb Cake

easy apple crisp with oatmeal streusel topping and vanilla ice cream

Deep-Dish Apple Crisp With Oatmeal Topping

Simply Roasted Acorn Squash

Pasta e Fagioli Soup Recipe (Pasta Fazool)

Pasta e Fagioli Soup (Pasta Fazool)

Ricotta Fig Toast With Prosciutto + Honey

Ricotta Fig Toast With Honey + Prosciutto

copper pot with diced apples and cinnamon for applesauce

Chunky Homemade Applesauce

roast chicken with herbs

Easy Roast Chicken With Herbs

bowl of creamy stovetop mac and cheese with spoon

Easy Stovetop Mac & Cheese

Homemade Miso Soup Recipe: Easy Japanese Home Cooking

Homemade Miso Soup

bowl of healthy multigrain oatmeal for breakfast with berries

Multigrain Oatmeal: Healthy Breakfast Porridge

Italian Sausage, Peppers + Onions

pot of Mexican cilantro rice with lime

Mexican Cilantro Lime Rice

plate of blueberry muffins with butter on wood plate

Our Favorite Blueberry Muffins

mezze platter with hummus tzatziki pita olives and feta

Greek Mediterranean Mezze Platter

baked fried eggplant parmesan with sauce and cheese

Baked Eggplant Parmesan

fruit platter on white tray with serving utensils

How to Arrange a Fruit Platter

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