The best food combination is the one you can maintain consistently and that matches the activity you are about to do.
Match food quality to trip risk
Routine chores do not need the same preparation as a difficult biome or long expedition.
Balance health and stamina around your play style
Movement-heavy exploration and close combat may reward different priorities.
Choose foods you can replace consistently
A powerful food is less practical if you cannot maintain the ingredients.
Keep a reserve for recovery
Spare food at home shortens recovery after death and makes the next trip easier to restart.