Bangers and Mash as comfort food — exactly what I needed

Some dishes exist to comfort and Bangers and Mash is absolutely in that category. The comforting and hearty quality works on something almost primal — you feel the warmth of it immediately. HP sauce does work that no substitute can replicate.

British cuisine was shaped by the Empire, introducing curries and international ingredients into the national diet. There's something about the a full English café breakfast context that reinforces the comfort effect. English Breakfast tea alongside is the traditional way and it makes complete sense. I come back to this dish when I need something dependable and restorative.