Foods Worth Staying Home For

Oh, the weather outside is BUNK. Why the heck would you go out there? Because your friends are going to ask you what you’re up to, and you don’t want to sound lazy? Well, tell them this:

No, you’re not just watching clips of Drunk Uncle on Hulu all Saturday while you decide ‘Who Wore It Best’ in last week’s In Touch magazine. You’re making lasagna from scratch (AND watching clips of Drunk Uncle on Hulu all Saturday while you decide ‘Who Wore It Best’ in last week’s In Touch magazine). Because you’re a fantastic multi-tasker.

Here are five dishes worth staying home allllllll day to make. Your friends will be super-impressed (and grateful to stay in at your place).

Lasagna Bolognese

Photo credit: Marcus Nilsson, Bon Appétit

Braised Short Ribs

Photo credit: Food52

Ramen

Photo credit: Christopher Testani, Bon Appétit

Lemon Curd Layer Cake

Photo credit: Todd Coleman, Saveur

Smoked Brisket

Photo credit: Christopher Testani, Bon Appétit