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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 boston baked corn

Boston Baked Corn

Made with bacon, ketchup, brown sugar, dry mustard, salt, onion, fresh corn

Method:   oven
Time:   30-60 minutes

recipe for czech mushroom potato casserole

Czech Mushroom Potato Casserole

Made with black pepper, salt, potatoes, fresh morel mushrooms, onion, garlic, butter, egg, milk, flour

Method:   oven, stovetop
Time:   1-2 hours

recipe for cheryl's kentucky spoon bread

Cheryl's Kentucky Spoon Bread

Made with sugar, sour cream, Jiffy Corn Bread, butter, eggs, creamed corn

Method:   oven
Time:   1-2 hours


recipe for healthy baked vegetable casserole

Healthy Baked Vegetable Casserole

Made with salt and pepper, zucchini, tomatoes, potatoes, garlic, olive oil, basil

Method:   oven
Time:   30-60 minutes

recipe for dutch lettuce

Dutch Lettuce

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

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes

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recipe for roasted carrots and potatoes with dill

Roasted Carrots And Potatoes With Dill

Made with fresh dill, lemon juice, carrots, red potatoes, olive oil, coarse salt and ground pepper

Method:   oven
Time:   30-60 minutes

recipe for threadgill's garlic cheese grits

Threadgill's Garlic Cheese Grits

Made with yellow onion, garlic, water, salt, grits, milk, eggs, butter, American cheese

Method:   stovetop
Time:   30-60 minutes

recipe for roasted vegetables  (campfire)

Roasted Vegetables (campfire)

Made with butter, olive oil, balsamic vinegar, carrots, rutabaga, parsnips, onions, salt and freshly ground black pepper, Japanese eggplants, zucchini

Method:   oven, campfire
Time:   30-60 minutes


recipe for herbed julienne potatoes

Herbed Julienne Potatoes

Made with Parmesan cheese, pepper, salt, milk, potatoes, onion, mixed dried crushed herbs, butter or margarine, all-purpose flour

Method:   stovetop
Time:   30-60 minutes

recipe for bahamian peas-n-rice

Bahamian Peas-n-Rice

Made with water, salt, bacon, salt pork, celery, green bell peppers, tomato, onion, tomato paste, brown pigeon peas

Method:   stovetop
Time:   30-60 minutes

recipe for southern spoon bread

Southern Spoon Bread

Made with eggs, cornmeal, sugar, baking powder, salt, milk, butter or margarine

Method:   oven, stovetop
Time:   30-60 minutes


recipe for young peas and potatoes in white gravy

Young Peas And Potatoes In White Gravy

Made with flour, evaporated milk, peas, new potatoes, salt, black pepper,, butter

Method:   stovetop
Time:   30-60 minutes

recipe for shoney's broccoli casserole

Shoney's Broccoli Casserole

Made with cheddar cheese, ritz crackers, broccoli florets, velveeta cheese, eggs, rice, half and half, salt, black pepper, non-stick cooking spray

Method:   oven, microwave
Time:   30-60 minutes

recipe for perfect microwave rice

Perfect Microwave Rice

Made with black pepper, rice, water or stock, butter or oil, salt

Method:   microwave
Time:   under 30 minutes


recipe for grits and sausage breakfast casserole

Grits And Sausage Breakfast Casserole

Made with salt and pepper, butter, bulk sausage, grits, sharp Cheddar cheese, eggs, milk

Method:   stovetop, oven
Time:   1-2 hours

recipe for baked zucchini and rice

Baked Zucchini and Rice

Made with rice, zucchini, salt, olive oil, onion, eggs, Swiss cheese, parsley, thyme, salt and pepper

Method:   oven, stovetop
Time:   30-60 minutes

recipe for zucchini and potato pie

Zucchini And Potato Pie

Made with potatoes, water, butter, eggs, mozzarella or provolone cheese, Parmesan cheese, zucchini, fresh oregano, dried oregano

Method:   oven, stovetop
Time:   1-2 hours


recipe for mirliton seafood cornbread dressing

Mirliton Seafood Cornbread Dressing

Made with cornbread, vegetable oil, onion, celery, red bell pepper, green bell pepper, black pepper, dressing mix, garlic, salt

Method:   stovetop, oven
Time:   30-60 minutes

recipe for pork rind stuffing

Pork Rind Stuffing

Made with butter, herbs, celery, pork rinds, egg, chicken broth, onion

Method:   oven
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 slow cooker vegetable medley

Slow Cooker Vegetable Medley

Made with black pepper, dried dill weed, sugar, potatoes, whole kernel corn, tomatoes, carrots, onion, salt

Method:   crock pot
Time:   2-5 hours

recipe for roasted marinated vegetables

Roasted Marinated Vegetables

Made with zucchini squash, yellow squash, red onions, baby carrots, asparagus, eggplant, red or green bell peppers, dry oregano, dry basil

Method:   oven
Time:   30-60 minutes

recipe for slow cooker sausage potato casserole

Slow Cooker Sausage Potato Casserole

This casserole combines cubed potatoes, sliced smoked sausage, and melted cheese, all enveloped in a creamy soup mixture and cooked low and slow until ready to...

Method:   crock pot
Time:   2-5 hours


recipe for spicy hush puppies

Spicy Hush Puppies

Made with milk, egg, onion, yellow corn meal, flour, baking powder, salt, cayenne, monterey jack cheese, green chiles

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes

recipe for jimmy dean sausage stuffing

Jimmy Dean Sausage Stuffing

Made with black pepper, poultry seasoning, pork sausage, mushrooms, onion, carrots, celery, garlic, frozen spinach, dried rosemary

Method:   oven, stovetop
Time:   1-2 hours

recipe for baked brown rice and carrot casserole

Baked Brown Rice And Carrot Casserole

Made with cheese, brown rice, sea salt, onions, carrots, celery, water, olive oil, parsley

Method:   oven, 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 steamed rice cake with mung beans

Steamed Rice Cake With Mung Beans

Made with sugar, salt, glutinous rice, yellow mung beans

Method:   rice cooker/steamer
Time:   over 5 hours

recipe for cheese grits casserole with chicken

Cheese Grits Casserole with Chicken

Made with process cheese food, celery, water, salt, hominy grits, cheese, onion powder or garlic powder, chopped mushrooms, butter or margarine, chicken, ham or beef

Method:   oven, stovetop
Time:   1-2 hours


recipe for cheesy green bean casserole with water chestnuts and mushrooms

Cheesy Green Bean Casserole with Water Chestnuts and Mushrooms

Made with margarine, onion, all-purpose flour, half and half, sharp Cheddar cheese, water chestnuts, mushrooms, soy sauce, hot pepper...

Method:   stovetop, oven, microwave
Time:   30-60 minutes

recipe for slow cooker parmesan potatoes

Slow Cooker Parmesan Potatoes

Get ready for comfort food heaven with layers of potatoes, bacon, and Parmesan cheese, all cooked in a creamy mushroom soup sauce.

Method:   crock pot
Time:   over 5 hours

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 black eyed peas & rice casserole

Black Eyed Peas & Rice Casserole

Made with garlic salt, rice, black-eyed peas, ground sausage, celery, onion, green bell pepper

Method:   oven, stovetop
Time:   30-60 minutes

recipe for creamy havarti grits

Creamy Havarti Grits

Made with Havarti cheese, heavy cream, chicken broth, water, butter, salt and pepper, quick grits

Method:   stovetop
Time:   30-60 minutes

recipe for indian-style rice with cashews, raisins and turmeric

Indian-Style Rice With Cashews, Raisins And Turmeric

Made with bay leaf, vegetable oil, basmati rice, coconut milk, chicken stock, cumin, ground coriander, red pepper flakes, salt, turmeric

Method:   stovetop
Time:   30-60 minutes


recipe for einstein bros. bagel stuffing

Einstein Bros. Bagel Stuffing

Made with chicken broth, butter, walnuts, bagels, carrots, celery, yellow onion, shiitake mushrooms, raisins, dried apples

Method:   stovetop, oven
Time:   30-60 minutes

recipe for savory rice pudding

Savory Rice Pudding

Made with bread crumbs, oil, onion, celery, zucchini, carrot, salt, black pepper, water, brown rice

Method:   oven, stovetop
Time:   30-60 minutes

recipe for baked apple and carrot casserole

Baked Apple and Carrot Casserole

Made with orange juice, salt, flour, apples, carrot slices, brown sugar

Method:   oven
Time:   30-60 minutes


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 slow cooker lemon potatoes

Slow Cooker Lemon Potatoes

Made with red potatoes, water, butter, lemon juice, parsley, fresh chives, salt and pepper

Method:   crock pot
Time:   2-5 hours

recipe for swiss green bean casserole

Swiss Green Bean Casserole

This casserole layers green beans, a creamy sour cream sauce, and a crispy cornflake crust for a dish that fits well on any dinner table.

Method:   stovetop, oven
Time:   under 30 minutes


recipe for slow cooker green beans with water chestnuts

Slow Cooker Green Beans With Water Chestnuts

Made with black pepper, milk, green beans, French fried onion rings, Cheddar cheese, water chestnuts, cream of chicken or mushroom soup

Method:   crock pot
Time:   over 5 hours

recipe for potato balls with meat filling

Potato Balls With Meat Filling

Made with butter, milk, salt and pepper, nutmeg, eggs, breadcrumbs, vegetable oil, butter or veg oil, shallot

Method:   oven, stovetop
Time:   1-2 hours

recipe for baked vegetables au gratin

Baked Vegetables Au Gratin

Made with onion, mushrooms, carrot, zucchini, Cheddar cheese, broccoli, cauliflower, potatoes, butter

Method:   oven, stovetop
Time:   1-2 hours


recipe for veggie hash in a dash

Veggie Hash In A Dash

Made with black pepper, salt, frozen asparagus cuts, olive oil, onions, bell peppers, garlic, frozen cubed potatoes, mushrooms

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes

recipe for rice au gratin supreme

Rice Au Gratin Supreme

Made with pepper, cooked rice, onion, green pepper, pimentos, cream of mushroom soup, mayonnaise, milk, cheddar cheese, salt

Method:   oven
Time:   30-60 minutes

recipe for slow cooker vegetable paella

Slow Cooker Vegetable Paella

Made with frozen chopped spinach, white rice, vegetable stock, green bell pepper, roasted red bell peppers, onion, garlic, saffron threads, black pepper, salt

Method:   crock pot
Time:   2-5 hours


recipe for yataklete kilkil (ethiopian gingered vegetable stew)

Yataklete Kilkil (Ethiopian Gingered Vegetable Stew)

Made with ground cardamom, water or stock, oil, butter or niter kibbeh, new potatoes, carrots, green beans, onions, garlic, ginger root, jalapeno...

Method:   stovetop
Time:   30-60 minutes

recipe for louisiana pecan rice

Louisiana Pecan Rice

Made with hot sauce, unsalted butter, onion, bell pepper, celery, garlic, Cajun or Creole seasoning, rice, beef broth, toasted pecans

Method:   stovetop
Time:   30-60 minutes

recipe for baked herb rice

Baked Herb Rice

Made with salt and pepper, butter or olive oil, onion, long grain rice, chicken, beef or vegetable broth, fresh chives, fresh tarragon

Method:   oven, stovetop
Time:   30-60 minutes


recipe for lithuanian potato kugili

Lithuanian Potato Kugili

Made with eggs, black pepper, bacon, onions, potatoes, margarine, Milnot, salt

Method:   oven, stovetop
Time:   2-5 hours

recipe for sweet corn tomalito

Sweet Corn Tomalito

Made with salt, corn kernels, masa, butter, milk, cornmeal, sugar, baking powder


Time:   2-5 hours

recipe for deep fried grits

Deep Fried Grits

Made with salt and pepper, egg, buttermilk, grits, flour, sugar, baking powder, baking soda, oil

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes


recipe for cheese and brown rice casserole

Cheese and Brown Rice Casserole

Made with dijon mustard, milk, brown rice, green onions, cottage cheese, dried dill, Parmesan cheese

Method:   oven
Time:   under 30 minutes

recipe for caramelized garlic

Caramelized Garlic

Made with garlic, olive oil

Method:   crock pot
Time:   2-5 hours

recipe for baked rice with butternut squash

Baked Rice with Butternut Squash

Made with sage, dried rubbed sage, olive oil, onion, garlic, Arborio or other short-grain rice, white wine, fresh thyme

Method:   oven, stovetop
Time:   1-2 hours


recipe for korean seasoned potatoes

Korean Seasoned Potatoes

Made with scallion, sesame oil, potatoes, soy sauce, sugar, garlic, sesame seeds

Method:   stovetop
Time:   30-60 minutes

recipe for saratoga chips

Saratoga Chips

Made with non-stick cooking spray, black pepper, baking potatoes, vegetable oil, chili powder, cumin, ground red pepper, salt

Method:   oven
Time:   30-60 minutes

recipe for slow cooker creamy red potatoes

Slow Cooker Creamy Red Potatoes

Made with red potatoes, milk, cream cheese, cream of potato soup, Ranch salad dressing mix

Method:   crock pot
Time:   2-5 hours


recipe for italian green bean casserole

Italian Green Bean Casserole

Made with bacon, onion, red wine, salt, black pepper, parsley, garlic, olive oil, oregano, ground beef

Method:   stovetop
Time:   30-60 minutes

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 scalloped vegetables

Scalloped Vegetables

Made with processed cheese product, buttery round crackers, frozen mixed vegetables, onion, butter

Method:   oven, stovetop
Time:   30-60 minutes





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