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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 hot garlic-parmesan souffle

Hot Garlic-Parmesan Souffle

If you love garlic, this super souffle made with cream cheese and parmesan is full of the stuff.

Method:   stovetop, oven
Time:   1-2 hours

recipe for miso braised kohlrabi

Miso Braised Kohlrabi

Ever cooked with kohlrabi before? This recipe showcases kohlrabi's flavors, giving you the perfect canvas for that umami-packed miso magic.

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes

recipe for traditional stuffing

Traditional Stuffing

This is a simple, traditional stuffing made with white bread, celery, onions, and sage. It is a staple recipe on many holiday tables.

Method:   stovetop, oven
Time:   30-60 minutes


recipe for cherry tomatoes and avocado mousse

Cherry Tomatoes and Avocado Mousse

Whether you're looking for a vegan stand-in for deviled eggs or you just want to make some eye-catching appetizers, these tomatoes stuffed with an avocado mousse will...


Time:   over 2 hours

recipe for roasted ratatouille

Roasted Ratatouille

Did you watch Ratatouille once and vow to recreate the dish? Delay no longer. The beautiful arrangement of veggies is a total showstopper, and if you're looking to do dinner and a...

Method:   stovetop, oven
Time:   1-2 hours

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recipe for baked white rice

Baked White Rice

Want a foolproof way to cook rice? Try this oven-baked method with easy to follow instructions for baking rice in the oven for perfect results every time.

Method:   oven
Time:   30-60 minutes

recipe for barbecued potatoes

Barbecued Potatoes

If you're grilling your main course already then this potato side dish recipe is a breeze to add to your meal.

Method:   stovetop, outdoor grill
Time:   under 30 minutes

recipe for hawaiian kabobs

Hawaiian Kabobs

Made with ground ginger, brown sugar, olive oil, pineapple chunks, pineapple juice, green peppers, onion, mushrooms, cherry tomatoes, soy sauce

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


recipe for simple ratatouille

Simple Ratatouille

This ratatouille recipe is a simple twist on the classic French dish. It is typically served as a side dish, but can also be enjoyed as a main course. This dish is full of flavor and...

Method:   stovetop
Time:   30-60 minutes

recipe for best turkey dressing

Best Turkey Dressing

The combination of white bread and cornbread cubes mixed with pork sausage makes the best turkey dressing you'll ever have.

Method:   stovetop, oven
Time:   2-5 hours

recipe for sauteed summer vegetables

Sauteed Summer Vegetables

Break the bland vegetable mold with this sauteed summer recipe. It's a colorful, zesty mix that turns up the volume on your veggie consumption.

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes


recipe for very sage slow cooker stuffing

Very Sage Slow Cooker Stuffing

The two keys to this scrumptious recipe are using cornbread for moisture and fresh sage for maximum herby flavor.

Method:   stovetop, crock pot
Time:   over 5 hours

recipe for kathie's tater toes

Kathie's Tater Toes

Made with green onion, hot pepper sauce, potatoes, butter, salt, cajun spice blend, garlic

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes

recipe for slow cooker sweet potato stuffing

Slow Cooker Sweet Potato Stuffing

Made with salt, sage, poultry seasoning, celery, onion, butter, bread crumbs, sweet potato, chicken broth, pecans

Method:   stovetop, crock pot
Time:   over 5 hours


recipe for garlic parsnip fries

Garlic Parsnip Fries

Made with black pepper, parsnips, olive oil, garlic, sea salt, oil, garlic salt

Method:   oven, deep fryer
Time:   30-60 minutes

recipe for grillled garlic rosemary potatoes

Grillled Garlic Rosemary Potatoes

Made with black pepper, kosher salt, potatoes, olive oil, garlic, rosemary

Method:   outdoor grill, stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes

recipe for mixed vegetable grill with feta

Mixed Vegetable Grill With Feta

Made with olive oil, fresh oregano, zucchini, feta cheese, green bell pepper, tomato, onion rings

Method:   outdoor grill
Time:   under 30 minutes


recipe for grilled vegetables over couscous

Grilled Vegetables Over Couscous

Mediterranean flavors galore. Grilled eggplant and tomatoes make a satisfying, super healthy topping for a bed of couscous.

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

recipe for roasted carrots, onions and peppers

Roasted Carrots, Onions And Peppers

Made with balsamic vinegar, lemon-pepper seasoning, salt, carrots, onions, red bell peppers, Italian salad dressing

Method:   oven
Time:   30-60 minutes

recipe for pinto beans and potatoes

Pinto Beans And Potatoes

Made with paprika, cumin, parsley, water, potatoes, chicken broth, onion, garlic, jalapeno pepper, pinto beans

Method:   stovetop
Time:   30-60 minutes


recipe for slow cooker cheesy veggie and rice casserole

Slow Cooker Cheesy Veggie And Rice Casserole

Made with butter, water, milk, instant white rice, onion, Cheez Whiz, frozen California-blend vegetables, cream of mushroom soup

Method:   crock pot
Time:   2-5 hours

recipe for zesty steamed carrots and red potatoes

Zesty Steamed Carrots And Red Potatoes

Made with salt and pepper, Dijon mustard, parsley, red potatoes, carrots, green onion, margarine

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes

recipe for hot dog and potato casserole

Hot Dog and Potato Casserole

Made with black pepper and spices, potatoes, hot dogs, velveeta cheese, milk, mushroom soup, onion

Method:   stovetop, oven
Time:   1-2 hours


recipe for creamed vegetables

Creamed Vegetables

Made with skim milk, vegetables, margarine, salt, flour, black pepper, nutmeg

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes

recipe for sharon's hominy casserole with fritos

Sharon's Hominy Casserole with Fritos

Made with corn or tortilla chips, hominy, process cheese, cream of mushroom soup, tomatoes and green chiles

Method:   oven
Time:   1-2 hours

recipe for green corn tamale casserole

Green Corn Tamale Casserole

Made with cheese, green chilies, fresh or frozen corn, cornmeal, butter, sugar, salt

Method:   oven
Time:   1-2 hours


recipe for savory red cabbage and red potatoes

Savory Red Cabbage And Red Potatoes

Made with water, black pepper, salt, red cabbage, prepared horseradish, red potatoes, butter, green onions

Method:   stovetop
Time:   30-60 minutes

recipe for marie caratelli's steamed cabbage and potatoes

Marie Caratelli's Steamed Cabbage and Potatoes

Made with celery seeds, green cabbage, potatoes, olive oil, onions, salt and freshly ground black pepper, vegetarian or chicken broth

Method:   stovetop
Time:   30-60 minutes

recipe for irish cheese corn spoon bread

Irish Cheese Corn Spoon Bread

Made with parsley, cornbread mix, Kerrygold Dubliner Cheese, cream cheese, butter, corn, creamed corn, eggs, onion

Method:   oven, microwave
Time:   30-60 minutes


recipe for carrot potato casserole

Carrot Potato Casserole

Made with carrots, potatoes, onion, margarine, flour, milk

Method:   oven, stovetop
Time:   2-5 hours

recipe for creamed hominy

Creamed Hominy

Made with evaporated milk or cream, butter, hominy, water, salt, black pepper

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes

recipe for slow cooker broccoli potato casserole

Slow Cooker Broccoli Potato Casserole

Made with saltine crackers, frozen broccoli spears, cream of celery soup, sharp Cheddar cheese, green onion, potatoes

Method:   crock pot
Time:   over 5 hours


recipe for surefire stuffing

Surefire Stuffing

Made with eggs, black pepper, salt, Italian bread, pecan, butter, onion, celery, parsley, fresh thyme

Method:   oven, stovetop
Time:   over 5 hours

recipe for bavarian sauerkraut and tomatoes

Bavarian Sauerkraut And Tomatoes

Made with dried parsley flakes, Bavarian-style sauerkraut, stewed tomatoes

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes

recipe for mung bean and potato casserole

Mung Bean and Potato Casserole

Made with white pepper, salt, mung beans, garlic, onions, broth powder, water, potatoes, celery, carrots

Method:   stovetop
Time:   over 5 hours


recipe for yonah schimmel (new york city knish)

Yonah Schimmel (New York City Knish)

Made with phyllo dough, chives or pepper flakes, russet potatoes, butter, onion, chicken broth, salt, black pepper

Method:   oven, stovetop
Time:   1-2 hours

recipe for easy baked corn

Easy Baked Corn

Made with eggs, sugar, butter, flour, milk, corn

Method:   oven, stovetop
Time:   30-60 minutes

recipe for impossible broccoli casserole

Impossible Broccoli Casserole

Made with cheddar cheese, salt and pepper, frozen broccoli, baking mix, milk, eggs

Method:   oven
Time:   1-2 hours


recipe for braised celery hearts

Braised Celery Hearts

Made with celery hearts, butter, chicken broth, black pepper, salt

Method:   stovetop
Time:   30-60 minutes

recipe for potatoes in consomme

Potatoes In Consomme

Made with salt and pepper, flour, butter or margarine, new potatoes, green onions, condensed beef consomme

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes

recipe for crowd-size slow cooker party potatoes

Crowd-Size Slow Cooker Party Potatoes

Made with nacho-flavored taco chips, green onions, cream of mushroom soup, sour cream, green chiles, Colby-Monterey jack cheese, frozen southern-style diced hash...

Method:   crock pot
Time:   2-5 hours


recipe for gorgonzola cheese grits

Gorgonzola Cheese Grits

Made with black pepper, ground nutmeg, sour cream, Gorgonzola cheese, chicken broth, water, quick-cooking grits

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes

recipe for mashed potato, spinach, and squash casserole

Mashed Potato, Spinach, And Squash Casserole

Made with frozen, chopped spinach, potatoes, water, sour cream, milk, butter, salt and pepper, onion, squash, egg

Method:   stovetop, oven
Time:   1-2 hours

recipe for old-fashioned german sauerkraut with molasses and apples

Old-Fashioned German Sauerkraut With Molasses And Apples

Made with caraway seeds, wine, sauerkraut, bacon, molasses or dark brown sugar, apples

Method:   stovetop
Time:   30-60 minutes


recipe for dillard house potatoes o'brien

Dillard House Potatoes O'Brien

Made with salt and pepper, red bell pepper, new potatoes, Italian salad dressing, garlic salt, Italian seasonings, onion, green bell pepper

Method:   stovetop
Time:   30-60 minutes

recipe for buckwheat grits

Buckwheat Grits

Transform your breakfast with a bowl of these hearty buckwheat grits, a simple yet soul-satisfying way to start your day.

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes

recipe for cantonese sweet and sour walnuts

Cantonese Sweet and Sour Walnuts

Made with garlic, green bell pepper, pineapple, baby corn, walnuts, rice cream, flour, baking powder, water

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes


recipe for dutch lettuce

Dutch Lettuce

Made with hard cooked eggs, lettuce, mashed potatoes, bacon, vinegar

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes

recipe for slow cooker creamy vegetable casserole

Slow Cooker Creamy Vegetable Casserole

Looking for a cozy dinner idea? Try this creamy vegetable casserole filled with potatoes, carrots, and a rich, creamy sauce. Your crock pot does all the work.

Method:   crock pot
Time:   2-5 hours

recipe for triple succotash

Triple Succotash

Made with salt and pepper, sugar, butter beans, corn, tomatoes, butter, water

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes


recipe for lemp mansion restaurant's cheddar-sour cream potato casserole

Lemp Mansion Restaurant's Cheddar-Sour Cream Potato Casserole

Made with fresh parsley, frozen shredded hash brown potatoes, cream of chicken soup, butter, sour cream, cheddar cheese, onion, salt, black...

Method:   oven
Time:   1-2 hours

recipe for slow cooker rice, corn and spinach casserole

Slow Cooker Rice, Corn And Spinach Casserole

Made with sharp Cheddar cheese, garlic powder, whole kernel corn, frozen chopped spinach, rice, cream of mushroom soup, water, green chiles

Method:   crock pot
Time:   2-5 hours

recipe for red rice

Red Rice

Made with hot sauce, black pepper, salt, bacon, onion, chopped peeled tomatoes, converted long grain rice, cooked ham

Method:   stovetop, crock pot
Time:   over 5 hours


recipe for ritz cracker stuffing

Ritz Cracker Stuffing

Made with salt and pepper, chicken broth, eggs, ritz crackers, vegetable or olive oil, onions, mushrooms

Method:   oven, stovetop
Time:   1-2 hours

recipe for creamed sauerkraut

Creamed Sauerkraut

Made with water, oil, chicken bouillon, sauerkraut, mushroom soup, caraway seeds, white pepper, onion

Method:   stovetop
Time:   30-60 minutes

recipe for cheese jalapeno rice casserole

Cheese Jalapeno Rice Casserole

A quick-and-easy casserole with layers of rice, sharp cheddar, and a kick from jalapenos, perfect for a weeknight meal.

Method:   oven
Time:   30-60 minutes


recipe for jacques pepin's potatoes fondantes

Jacques Pepin's Potatoes Fondantes

Made with fleur de sel, fresh chives, baby Yukon gold or red boiling potatoes, fresh rosemary, chicken broth, olive oil, unsalted butter, kosher salt

Method:   stovetop
Time:   30-60 minutes

recipe for slow cooker company potato casserole

Slow Cooker Company Potato Casserole

Made with frozen hash browns, butter or margarine, salt, onion, cream of chicken soup, potato chips or corn flakes, sour cream

Method:   crock pot
Time:   over 5 hours

recipe for sauerkraut chicken casserole

Sauerkraut Chicken Casserole

Made with Thousand Island Dressing, chicken breasts, sauerkraut, Swiss cheese

Method:   oven
Time:   1-2 hours


recipe for sauerkraut spaghetti salad

Sauerkraut Spaghetti Salad

Made with green bell peppers, pimentos, carrots, parsley, cider vinegar, vegetable oil, water, sugar, dried oregano

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes

recipe for italian fennel casserole

Italian Fennel Casserole

Made with Cheddar cheese, fresh brown breadcrumbs, fennel, oil, onion, garlic, tomatoes, salt, black pepper

Method:   stovetop, oven
Time:   30-60 minutes

recipe for baked sauerkraut with apples

Baked Sauerkraut With Apples

Made with celery seeds, brown sugar, sauerkraut, onion, butter or bacon drippings, apples, white wine, beef stock or bouillon

Method:   oven, stovetop
Time:   1-2 hours





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