If someone in your life is sick, grieving, heartbroken or just needs a little extra love, these dishes are a wonderful way to show someone you care. They’re all easily transportable, and most are freezer-friendly. But above all, they are delicious and satisfying. Find even more recipes for meal trains and friends in need in our archives of over 10,000 tested recipes.
Restorative Chicken and Rice Soup
This chicken soup is assistant recipes editor Olga Massov’s answer to any ailment. You can keep the stock frozen for up to 3 months so that you’re always ready to make a batch. Get the recipe.
Cheesy Chicken Enchiladas
Enchiladas are always a crowd-pleaser and a great fuss-free, family-friendly meal for anyone with kids. Store-bought sauce, doctored with hot sauce, makes this an extra-simple option. Get the recipe.
Three Cheese Pasta and Vegetable Bake
Assemble this pasta from Nourish columnist Ellie Krieger and drop it off with your friend, so they can bake it off whenever they get hungry. Staff writer Becky Krystal says you can also “divide the dish in half and make two 8-by-8-inch batches” — one to enjoy now, and one to freeze for later. Get the recipe.
Vegan Chili Verde
Nutrition meets comfort in this veggie-filled vegan chili. Make it even better by bringing it with a pan of cornbread. Get the recipe.
Green Chile Mac
Hard times call for comfort food, and mac and cheese is always a safe bet. If you’re looking for a more traditional recipe, try Patti LaBelle’s Mac and Cheese. Get the recipe.
Veggie Supreme White Bean Hotdish
Casseroles are not only warm and hearty — they’re also easy to transport. This one is loaded with vegetables and freezes for up to 3 months. We also love this Cabbage, Sausage and White Bean Casserole. Get the recipe.
Curried Cauliflower Salad
Meal trains are often filled with heavy, carb-rich meals, so a fresh salad can be a welcome change. Fruit salads such as this Winter Fruit Salad With Nut Butter Dressing are another great option. Get the recipe.
Cheesecake Swirl Brownies
A pan of brownies is sure to put a smile on anybody’s face. Get the recipe.
Salted Oatmeal Cookies
These classic cookies are wonderful for all occasions. They’re sweet, salty and super simple. It’s also easy to make a double batch if you want to bring them to multiple friends. Get the recipe.
