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Side Dishes

Side Dishes

The role of the side dish is to round out and complete the meal. Simple side dishes complement a bold entree. Or, spice up a plain dinner with flavorful sides. We have tons of side dishes to peruse. Great choices include mashed potatoes, risotto, bok choy, French fries, cornbread stuffing, couscous, green beans, hush puppies and more.



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recipe for aloo gobi (indian potatoes and cauliflower)

Aloo Gobi (Indian Potatoes And Cauliflower)

Curried veggies make for a spectacular spicy side dish. Potatoes and cauliflower get spiced with ginger, garlic, and garam masala for that magical blend of...

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes

recipe for baked stuffing casserole

Baked Stuffing Casserole

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

recipe for dolmas - greek stuffed grape leaves

Dolmas - Greek Stuffed Grape Leaves

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


recipe for honey-glazed roasted vegetables

Honey-Glazed Roasted Vegetables

You're about to start craving vegetables. A mix of honey, olive oil, and balsamic vinegar brings delicious flavor to all your favorite roasted veggies.

Method:   oven
Time:   30-60 minutes

recipe for tuscan fried potatoes

Tuscan Fried Potatoes

With just a handful of ingredients this Tuscan fried potato recipe transforms basic spuds into a crispy, golden delight.

Method:   stovetop
Time:   30-60 minutes

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recipe for easy oven-baked vegetables

Easy Oven-Baked Vegetables

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

recipe for beefy jalapeno corn bake

Beefy Jalapeno Corn Bake

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

recipe for colcannon with kale and guanciale

Colcannon with Kale and Guanciale

Mashed taters with bacon, onions, and kale come together perfectly for an ultimate comfort food. If you've got leftovers, throw on a fried egg for breakfast!

Method:   stovetop, microwave
Time:   30-60 minutes


recipe for basic oven roasted parsnips

Basic Oven Roasted Parsnips

Why does everybody always forget about parsnips? Show the root veggie a little love and roast it simply with olive oil and salt.

Method:   oven
Time:   30-60 minutes

recipe for fried plantains

Fried Plantains

Interested in exploring a bold new flavor? Fried plantains offer that irresistible combination of sweetness and savory crunch, making them a must-try.

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes

recipe for slow cooker green bean casserole

Slow Cooker Green Bean Casserole

Green bean casserole is a holiday staple. This version has a twist in that it's made in the crock pot.

Method:   crock pot, stovetop
Time:   2-5 hours


recipe for creole grits and cheese casserole

Creole Grits And Cheese Casserole

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

recipe for cheesy potatoes

Cheesy Potatoes

Let's be clear, this is not diet food! It is, however, the best cheesy potatoes you'll ever eat. Go ahead, indulge.

Method:   oven
Time:   1-2 hours

recipe for iowa corn casserole

Iowa Corn Casserole

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

Method:   oven, stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes


recipe for black kale with cilantro

Black Kale with Cilantro

Black kale is an extra cool looking way to get your veggies, but regular kale works fine too. Onion, cilantro, and white wine help make an exquisite pile of greens that'll go...

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes

recipe for iron skillet baked potatoes

Iron Skillet Baked Potatoes

A simple skillet-baked side dish made with potatoes, rosemary, oil, and salt.

Method:   oven
Time:   30-60 minutes

recipe for slow cooker cream cheese potatoes with bacon

Slow Cooker Cream Cheese Potatoes With Bacon

Whether you are looking for a side dish for a holiday or weeknight meal, this rich, layered, creamy bacon and potato recipe is the perfect accompaniment.

Method:   crock pot
Time:   2-5 hours


recipe for arancini (italian stuffed rice balls)

Arancini (Italian Stuffed Rice Balls)

Stuffed rice balls aren't just an Asian delicacy. These cheesy Italian saffron rice balls are filled with pork or veal and then breaded and fried until golden...

Method:   stovetop, oven
Time:   1-2 hours

recipe for sourdough stuffing with sage, thyme, and marjoram

Sourdough Stuffing With Sage, Thyme, And Marjoram

Turkey may be the star of the Thanksgiving spread but a good herb-packed stuffing is a huge part of the supporting cast, and this sage and sourdough...

Method:   stovetop, oven
Time:   1-2 hours

recipe for polish kutia

Polish Kutia

Made with almond extract, honey, cracked wheat grains, water, poppy seeds, hazelnuts, walnuts, golden raisins

Method:   stovetop
Time:   2-5 hours


recipe for mexican potato pie

Mexican Potato Pie

Potato slices and Mexican rice are layered in a baking dish and topped with a zesty tomato topping. Add cheese and your choice of taco-style condiments when serving for a delicious...

Method:   stovetop, oven
Time:   30-60 minutes

recipe for millet casserole

Millet Casserole

Made with dried sage, tofu, soy sauce, millet, sesame oil, water, onion, mushrooms, celery, parsley

Method:   stovetop, oven
Time:   30-60 minutes

recipe for lemon basmati rice

Lemon Basmati Rice

Ready in about 20 minutes and full of flavor. This basmati rice makes a great side dish with fish, chicken, pork, etc.

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes


recipe for ratatouille provencale

Ratatouille Provencale

Ratatouille provencale is a traditional vegetable stew from the south of France. The dish includes eggplant, zucchini, tomatoes, and bell peppers. It can be served as an...

Method:   stovetop
Time:   30-60 minutes

recipe for southern succotash

Southern Succotash

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

recipe for fluffy bread stuffing

Fluffy Bread Stuffing

A Yankee favorite; this creamy bread stuffing is full of flavor and goes great with just about anything.

Method:   stovetop, oven
Time:   1-2 hours


recipe for san francisco sourdough stuffing

San Francisco Sourdough Stuffing

Here's a stuffing recipe that goes beyond the norm: think sourdough paired with the sweet notes of figs and cranberries, all nestled in savory turkey sausage.

Method:   stovetop, oven
Time:   1-2 hours

recipe for applebee's vegetable medley

Applebee's Vegetable Medley

Made with zucchini, yellow squash, carrots, red bell pepper, red onions, corn cob, salt, butter or margarine, garlic, Worcestershire sauce

Method:   stovetop
Time:   30-60 minutes

recipe for hot potato chips with blue cheese sauce

Hot Potato Chips With Blue Cheese Sauce

Made with butter, milk, Spanish onion, all-purpose flour, kosher salt, cayenne pepper, blue cheese, Idaho potatoes

Method:   stovetop
Time:   30-60 minutes


recipe for grilled garlic-potato skewers

Grilled Garlic-Potato Skewers

Skewered potatoes make an easy grilled side dish or appetizer. Add extra spices to take this dish up a notch. Serve with your favorite dipping sauces (we're partial to...

Method:   stovetop, oven, outdoor grill
Time:   30-60 minutes

recipe for soft potato bread stuffing

Soft Potato Bread Stuffing

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

recipe for irish potato stew

Irish Potato Stew

Made with water, salt and pepper, potatoes, onion, carrots, bacon grease, flour

Method:   stovetop
Time:   1-2 hours


recipe for broccoli casserole

Broccoli Casserole

Classic family-style casserole. A can of mushroom soup cuts down on the ingredients and time involved so you can spend less time with the casserole and more time with the family...

Method:   oven
Time:   30-60 minutes

recipe for edamame with sesame jasmine rice

Edamame With Sesame Jasmine Rice

Made with salt and pepper, toasted sesame seeds, salt, water, jasmine rice, edamame, peanut oil

Method:   stovetop
Time:   30-60 minutes

recipe for sauerkraut and mushrooms (kapusta kiszona z grzybami)

Sauerkraut and Mushrooms (Kapusta Kiszona Z Grzybami)

The bite from sauerkraut along with umami flavor of the butter-sauteed mushrooms gives this Polish side dish its distinctive finish.

Method:   stovetop
Time:   1-2 hours


recipe for herbed thanksgiving slow cooker stuffing

Herbed Thanksgiving Slow Cooker Stuffing

This stuffing does so many things right, but here's what really sets it apart: adding a sweet, tart, apple to balance out the savory flavors. Truly a stand-out...

Method:   crock pot, stovetop
Time:   2-5 hours

recipe for traditional irish champ

Traditional Irish Champ

Made with salt and freshly ground black pepper, baking potatoes, milk, butter, green onions

Method:   stovetop
Time:   30-60 minutes

recipe for bbq potatoes

BBQ Potatoes

Made with onion, red potatoes, Barbecue Seasoning, vegetable oil

Method:   outdoor grill
Time:   30-60 minutes


recipe for easy garlic skillet potatoes

Easy Garlic Skillet Potatoes

This is a great go-to potato recipe to have handy. Potato wedges skillet-fried with onion, parsley, and garlic powder nail that crispy outside, soft inside balance....

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes

recipe for mama losasso's hot italian sausage stuffing

Mama Losasso's Hot Italian Sausage Stuffing

Mama knows her stuffing! This hearty Italian sausage stuffing can be served with poultry or pork or as a general side dish.

Method:   oven, stovetop
Time:   30-60 minutes

recipe for vegetable kugel

Vegetable Kugel

If a frittata is an egg dish with some vegetables inside, this kugel is the exact opposite. Eggs hold together a load of veggie goodness from zucchini, broccoli, and carrots while the...

Method:   oven
Time:   1-2 hours


recipe for river lane inn's baked apples in blue cheese with walnuts and leeks

River Lane Inn's Baked Apples in Blue Cheese with Walnuts and Leeks

Made with ruby port, blue cheese, leek, butter, walnuts, salt and pepper, tart apples

Method:   stovetop, oven
Time:   30-60 minutes

recipe for garlic dill rice

Garlic Dill Rice

A little dill, garlic, and onion powder can really dress up some plain white rice.

Method:   stovetop
Time:   30-60 minutes

recipe for cheesy hominy

Cheesy Hominy

Made with cheddar cheese, corn chips, yellow hominy, white hominy, chili cheese dip, sour cream, green chiles

Method:   oven
Time:   30-60 minutes


recipe for green mashed potatoes

Green Mashed Potatoes

Made with milk, cheddar cheese, potatoes, sour cream, sugar, butter, salt, black pepper, chives, frozen chopped spinach

Method:   oven, stovetop
Time:   1-2 hours

recipe for easy grilled vegetables

Easy Grilled Vegetables

Made with assorted cut up vegetables, olive or vegetable oil, Montreal chicken seasoning

Method:   outdoor grill
Time:   under 30 minutes

recipe for garlic & onion grilled vegetables

Garlic & Onion Grilled Vegetables

Made with garlic & onion medley seasoning, olive oil, asparagus spears, red bell pepper, yellow bell pepper, zucchini, yellow squash, red onion

Method:   outdoor grill
Time:   under 30 minutes


recipe for roasted garlic grilled vegetables

Roasted Garlic Grilled Vegetables

Made with vegetables, oil, garlic & herb seasoning

Method:   outdoor grill
Time:   under 30 minutes

recipe for congee

Congee

Congee can be doctored up in dozens of savory ways, from a simple splash of soy sauce to shredded nori seaweed and soft-boiled eggs.

Method:   stovetop
Time:   1-2 hours

recipe for deluxe mushroom green bean casserole

Deluxe Mushroom Green Bean Casserole

What makes this casserole deluxe, you ask? Some might say it's the fresh sliced mushrooms. Others might suggest the crispy fried onions.

Method:   stovetop, oven
Time:   30-60 minutes


recipe for cranberry sausage stuffing

Cranberry Sausage Stuffing

This is a festive holiday stuffing with the addition of fresh cranberries.

Method:   stovetop, oven
Time:   30-60 minutes

recipe for celery and sage bread stuffing

Celery And Sage Bread Stuffing

This savory stuffing combines the earthy flavors of celery and sage with soft bread cubes. Whether you prefer it slightly crispy on top or tender throughout, this dish...

Method:   stovetop, oven
Time:   30-60 minutes

recipe for virginia spoon bread

Virginia Spoon Bread

Made with baking powder, milk, cornmeal, salt, shortening, water, eggs

Method:   oven
Time:   30-60 minutes


recipe for creamy slow cooker stuffing

Creamy Slow Cooker Stuffing

Stuffing is a delicious and classic dish that is often served during holiday meals. There are many different ways to make stuffing, but this one uses cream soup as a base.

Method:   crock pot, stovetop
Time:   2-5 hours

recipe for bread and butter stuffing with fresh sage

Bread And Butter Stuffing With Fresh Sage

Truly a stuffing that pulls all the stops. Fresh sage is an absolute must, of course, but the sweet apples and raisins in this spectacular stuffing help...

Method:   stovetop, oven
Time:   over 5 hours

recipe for white castle turkey stuffing

White Castle Turkey Stuffing

White Castle isn't just for late night burger cravings! Chopped up burgers actually make a great stuffing for your Thanksgiving turkey (or weeknight chicken).


Time:   under 30 minutes


recipe for paula's patates lemonates

Paula's Patates Lemonates

These potatoes take on a Greek flavor with the addition of oregano and lemon juice. So simple to prepare yet they go with a variety of entrees.

Method:   oven
Time:   30-60 minutes

recipe for oven baked spicy rice

Oven Baked Spicy Rice

A great, easy side dish made with rice, tomatoes with green chiles, green olives, onion, and Jack cheese.

Method:   oven
Time:   1-2 hours

recipe for white rice

White Rice

Want the secret to making perfect white rice every time? Here you go!

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes


recipe for grilled vegetables with parmesan and truffle oil

Grilled Vegetables With Parmesan And Truffle Oil

Made with garlic, portobello mushroom caps, zucchini squash, yellow squash, carrots, roma tomatoes, radishes, red onion, olive oil

Method:   outdoor grill, oven
Time:   1-2 hours

recipe for ratatouille with cinnamon basil

Ratatouille With Cinnamon Basil

A great way to use the end-of-summer vegetables! This version of ratatouille uses cinnamon basil which gives it a unique "warm" basil flavor.

Method:   stovetop
Time:   30-60 minutes

recipe for roasted carrots and julienne vegetables

Roasted Carrots And Julienne Vegetables

Tasty roasted vegetables - the secret ingredient is orange marmalade!

Method:   oven
Time:   1-2 hours





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