Food that one eats to feel comfort or alleviate stress rather than to receive nutrition
After the relationship ended she would make herself sick eating comfort food every night.
Certain foods that people associate with their formative years, or with “home”; frequently simple home-cooked style food, and often the staple of diners and other informal restaurants
Food that is simply prepared and associated with a sense of home or contentment. simple food that makes you feel relaxed and happy
food that is simply prepared and gives a sense of wellbeing; typically food with a high sugar or carbohydrate content that is associated with childhood or with home cooking