Side Dishes

This ham and potato casserole is a delicious, filling dish that is perfect for any occasion. This hearty casserole features tender potatoes, savory ham, and a creamy, cheesy...

Method:   oven
Time:   1-2 hours

Made with carrots or whole sugar snap peas, coconut milk, soy sauce, curry powder, brown sugar, sesame oil, rice vinegar or cider vinegar, cornstarch

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes

Made with black pepper, salt, butter, onion, green bell pepper, flour, milk, eggs, corn, vinegar

Method:   stovetop, oven
Time:   30-60 minutes

Keep stuffing mix on hand cheaper than the boxed kind. Stuffing cubes are mixed with dried herbs and can be stored until you need it.


Time:   under 30 minutes

Oven-roasted garlic is an absolute must for tasty cooking. Cooking heads of garlic with a bit of oil is super easy, and the nutty roasted garlic paste can be used a variety of ways.

Method:   oven
Time:   1-2 hours

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This moist baked dressing packed with chopped chicken thighs, sage, and savory veggies is a great example of a scratch-made Amish recipe.

Method:   stovetop, oven
Time:   2-5 hours

This microwave broccoli casserole is an easy and delicious way to enjoy broccoli. Broccoli is microwaved and coated in a creamy mushroom-cheese sauce and topped with crisp...

Method:   microwave
Time:   under 30 minutes

Bacon, mayo, and Velveeta cheese make an uncompromisingly creamy potato casserole that is oh so worth the calories.

Method:   oven
Time:   1-2 hours

A copycat of the popular frozen corn souffle made by Stouffer's. It's made with eggs, creamed corn, sour cream, milk, and a hint of nutmeg.

Method:   oven
Time:   30-60 minutes

Hominy is a type of corn that has been soaked in an alkaline solution. n this recipe, hominy is fried with bacon and onions to make a delicious side dish.

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes

This copycat recipe is just like the rice mix you buy at the store. It contains rice, vermicelli, and powdered bouillon. Simply saute in butter and add water.

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes

Made with bacon, new potatoes, velveeta cheese, mayonnaise, onion

Method:   stovetop, oven
Time:   1-2 hours

Potato flakes, baking mix, and water stirred constantly form a starchy ball that's meant to be served on top of stew. The more traditional ingredients are harder to find so this is a great...

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes

Made with sesame seeds, brown sugar, parsnips, vegetable oil, sesame oil, soy sauce

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes

Make these famous Boston Market potato wedges in your own kitchen. You won't know you're not sitting in the restaurant.

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes

Made with Parmesan cheese, kohlrabi bulbs, olive oil, kosher salt, black pepper, fresh thyme, garlic

Method:   oven
Time:   30-60 minutes

Grits and gravy gets a surf-and-turf upgrade. Creamy grits stirred with cheese, shrimp, and green onion pair with savory bacon gravy for a mouthwatering...

Method:   stovetop
Time:   30-60 minutes

Learn how to make a delicious and easy recipe for Parisian potatoes. These potatoes are easy to make with a few ingredients and in under 30 minutes.

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes

O'Brien style refers to the onions and bell peppers in the dish. This simple oven-baked rice dish is great for any occasion.

Method:   oven
Time:   30-60 minutes

Made with stuffing mix, frozen broccoli, butter, cream of mushroom soup, cream of chicken soup

Method:   oven
Time:   30-60 minutes

Made with water, smoked ham hock, bacon fat, beans, corn, onions, salt, black pepper

Method:   stovetop
Time:   2-5 hours

Want a super easy side dish? These slow cooked potatoes are just the seasoned recipe you are looking for.

Method:   crock pot
Time:   2-5 hours

Made with panko bread crumbs, black pepper, rutabaga, Yukon gold potatoes, Kosher salt, garlic, fresh sage, heavy cream, butter

Method:   oven, stovetop
Time:   1-2 hours

Want a decadent cheesy side dish? This slow cooked potato casserole is loaded with Cheddar cheese, bacon, and onions...

Method:   crock pot
Time:   2-5 hours

Considered a snack or "street food", these deep-fried, meat-filled rice balls have become popular not just in Italy but around the globe.

Method:   stovetop
Time:   1-2 hours

Make some Jamaican yucca flatbreads, aka bammies, just like they do at the famous resorts. You only need a few ingredients for this golden-fried staple.

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes

Thin-sliced spuds with onion, beef broth, and thyme are as savory and tender as can be. A bit of fresh parsley sprinkled over top finishes the job.

Method:   stovetop
Time:   30-60 minutes

Korma is a non-spicy but very flavorful slow cooked dish. This version contains green beans, cauliflower, and tomatoes cooked in a creamy sauce that is served over rice.


Time:   under 30 minutes

There's something about tender, crispy roasted potatoes smothered in a rich, garlic mayonnaise that just hits the spot.

Method:   stovetop
Time:   30-60 minutes

A cheesier version of the traditional green bean casserole. It's made with green beans, cream of mushroom soup, fried onion rings, and Velveeta cheese

Method:   stovetop, oven
Time:   under 30 minutes

Made with just a few simple ingredients, this rice dish is bursting with flavor. The cilantro and lime give the rice a fresh taste, while the basmati rice provides...

Method:   stovetop
Time:   30-60 minutes

Hush puppies are delicious, deep-fried bites of bready goodness. They are often served alongside other fried food like fish or chicken but really can be served anytime you want a carb side...

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes

Made with cooked rice, dry onion soup mix, frozen chopped broccoli, frozen lima beans, cream of mushroom soup, sour cream

Method:   oven
Time:   30-60 minutes

Gohan, or Japanese-style rice, is a staple dish in Japanese cuisine. It is simple to make and can be enjoyed as a side dish or part of a main course.

Method:   stovetop
Time:   1-2 hours

No need to drag out the deep fryer for these tasty nuggets. They are just like regular hush puppies but are baked in muffin tins instead of deep frying.

Method:   oven
Time:   30-60 minutes

If you love loaded baked potatoes then this potato casserole is for you. Shredded potatoes are mixed with cheddar cheese, butter, and sour cream and baked in a...

Method:   stovetop, oven
Time:   1-2 hours

These slow cooked cheesy grits can be served for breakfast (toss a poached egg on top!) or as a savory side dish for dinner.

Method:   crock pot
Time:   over 5 hours

Turn the humble potato into French cuisine royalty with this Pommes de Terre au Lait. It's what happens when milk and cheese decide to mingle.

Method:   stovetop, oven
Time:   30-60 minutes

Perfect potatoes aren't difficult. These cajun-style spuds are parboiled and coated in spices like cayenne, cumin, and garlic powder before a quick pan fry for that crispy outside...

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes

Stuffed grape leaves are one of the most deliciously kept secrets of Greek cooking. Rice, olive oil, and a ton of of fresh herbs are the path to refreshing and...

Method:   stovetop
Time:   1-2 hours

Made with eggs, butter or margarine, sugar, crushed pineapple, evaporated milk, cornbread stuffing crumbs

Method:   crock pot
Time:   2-5 hours

Potatoes Dauphinoise is a traditional French dish made up of sliced potatoes that are baked in a rich cream sauce.

Method:   microwave, oven
Time:   30-60 minutes

This delicious crawfish stuffing can be used to stuff poultry, mushrooms, salmon or other fish, or simply serve as a side dish.

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes

Made with canola oil, red bell pepper, onion, garlic, corn, dry white wine or water, rice vinegar, fresh parsley, fresh basil, salt

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes

Rice is simple to prepare but it takes time. Use this method for making it ahead of time so all you need to do is reheat... and eat!

Method:   stovetop
Time:   1-2 hours

Made with water, sugar, butter, scallion, radishes, salt, black pepper

Method:   stovetop
Time:   30-60 minutes

An updated version of the famous green bean casserole that swaps out the cream soup and canned green beans for fresh ingredients, including a...

Method:   stovetop, oven
Time:   30-60 minutes

Made with ground beef, eggs, cream style corn, milk, vegetable oil, cornmeal, all-purpose flour, baking powder, salt, cheddar cheese

Method:   oven, stovetop
Time:   1-2 hours

Baking this cheesy casserole gives you that beautiful crust on top and the creamy grits underneath while a little creole seasoning spices it up.

Method:   oven
Time:   30-60 minutes

Made with cream style corn, bacon, bread crumbs, onion, green bell pepper

Method:   oven, stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes

Cream cheese and a touch of sugar thrown into the crockpot turns some ordinary corn kernels into a warm, craveable side dish perfect for any occasion.

Method:   crock pot
Time:   2-5 hours

Made with fresh mushrooms, red bell pepper, zucchini, onion, garlic and just a little olive oil and seasonings.

Method:   oven
Time:   under 30 minutes

Grits are a Southern staple for a reason. Have them for breakfast, have them with dinner, have them absolutely whenever you please. There's never a bad time for a hot bowl of...

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes

Mushrooms are a great addition to this ratatouille which also contains onion, eggplant, zucchini, bell pepper, and tomatoes.

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes

Succotash gets a facelift, Southern-style. It's made up of tomato, corn and okra - with a good dash of hot sauce for some extra flavor

Method:   stovetop
Time:   30-60 minutes

This is an easy and fancy way to serve mashed potatoes. Use your favorite recipe for the mashed potatoes. You can also top the potatoes with cheese or add any additional seasonings as...

Method:   oven
Time:   under 30 minutes

Don't fear the frozen veggies. This is an easy way to bring them to life and have a flavorful side dish in a pinch.

Method:   oven
Time:   30-60 minutes

It's easy to copy this recipe from Joe's Crab Shack! It simply consists of red potatoes, salt, fresh parsley, and of course, butter!

Method:   stovetop
Time:   30-60 minutes

A simple bread stuffing made with onion, celery, bread, seasonings and instead of plain chicken broth it uses chicken and rice soup for a different twist.

Method:   stovetop, oven
Time:   1-2 hours

Boiled potatoes and green beans with pan fried bacon and onion are a sure thing for a good home cookin' side dish.

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes

If you don't have time to slow roast garlic in the oven, try this quick microwave method

Method:   microwave
Time:   under 30 minutes

This soft potato bread stuffing is the perfect side dish for your Thanksgiving feast or alongside any poultry or pork dish.

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes