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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 ethiopian vegetables with garlic and ginger (yataklete kilkil)

Ethiopian Vegetables with Garlic and Ginger (Yataklete Kilkil)

Made with carrots, fresh green beans, onions, oil, green pepper, jalapenos, garlic, ginger root, salt, white pepper

Method:   stovetop
Time:   30-60 minutes

recipe for cheesy vegetable casserole

Cheesy Vegetable Casserole

Made with crackers, American cheese, frozen vegetable blend, butter or margarine

Method:   oven, stovetop
Time:   30-60 minutes

recipe for green bean and corn casserole

Green Bean and Corn Casserole

Made with seasoned salt, butter, green beans, corn, cream of celery or cream of mushroom soup, sour cream, mild Cheddar cheese, onion, crackers

Method:   oven
Time:   30-60 minutes


recipe for hush puppy mix

Hush Puppy Mix

Made with ground red pepper, baking soda, yellow corn meal, all-purpose flour, dried minced onion, baking powder, sugar, salt


Time:   under 30 minutes

recipe for coconut chile rice

Coconut Chile Rice

Made with rice, coconut cream, chile pepper

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes

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recipe for lighthouse inn nutty puppies

Lighthouse Inn Nutty Puppies

Made with buttermilk, Spanish peanuts, black pepper, cornmeal, cream style corn, bacon, jalapeno peppers, onion, flour, salt

Method:   deep fryer
Time:   under 30 minutes

recipe for artichokes with potatoes, greek style

Artichokes With Potatoes, Greek Style

Made with salt, black pepper, olive oil, fresh parsley, frozen artichokes, onion, garlic, new potatoes, chicken stock

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes

recipe for kraut-stuffed mushroom caps

Kraut-Stuffed Mushroom Caps

Made with mushrooms, bacon, onion, breadcrumbs, sauerkraut, Swiss cheese, butter or olive oil

Method:   stovetop, oven
Time:   under 30 minutes


recipe for slow cooker ratatouille

Slow Cooker Ratatouille

Made with black pepper, eggplant, onions, tomatoes, green bell pepper, red bell pepper or yellow bell pepper, zucchini, olive oil, dried basil, garlic

Method:   crock pot
Time:   2-5 hours

recipe for green chili spoon bread

Green Chili Spoon Bread

Made with salt, eggs, corn, chicken broth, skim milk, yellow cornmeal, onion, red bell pepper, green chilies, jalapeno chilies

Method:   oven, stovetop
Time:   1-2 hours

recipe for carrot pineapple casserole

Carrot Pineapple Casserole

Made with walnut halves, cornstarch, brown sugar, frozen baby carrots, orange, walnuts, pineapple tidbits, pineapple juice

Method:   stovetop, oven
Time:   30-60 minutes


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 cookout potatoes

Cookout Potatoes

Made with butter or margarine, bacon, potatoes, salt, black pepper, onion, Cheddar cheese or process American cheese product

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

recipe for fresh vegetable skillet

Fresh Vegetable Skillet

Made with Parmesan cheese, black pepper, olive oil, zucchini, bell peppers, onion, garlic, fresh basil

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes


recipe for corn and green chile casserole

Corn And Green Chile Casserole

Made with black pepper, salt, butter or margarine, cream cheese, frozen whole kernel corn, green chiles

Method:   oven, stovetop
Time:   30-60 minutes

recipe for cheesy new potatoes with bacon

Cheesy New Potatoes With Bacon

Made with pepper, new potatoes, bacon, Cheddar cheese, butter or margarine, salt

Method:   oven, stovetop
Time:   30-60 minutes

recipe for ginger rice with green onions

Ginger Rice With Green Onions

Made with green onions, ginger, rice, chicken broth, butter, salt and pepper

Method:   stovetop
Time:   30-60 minutes


recipe for cuban rice with pigeon peas

Cuban Rice With Pigeon Peas

Made with salt, Scotch bonnet pepper, dried pigeon peas, water, smoked ham, onion, green bell pepper, plum tomatoes, garlic, dried thyme

Method:   stovetop
Time:   2-5 hours

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 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 bananas with green split peas

Bananas with Green Split Peas

Made with onion, green split peas, bananas, salt, palm oil

Method:   stovetop
Time:   1-2 hours

recipe for slow cooker pizza potatoes with sausage

Slow Cooker Pizza Potatoes With Sausage

Made with pizza sauce, salt, potatoes, onion, smoked sausage

Method:   crock pot
Time:   2-5 hours

recipe for jamaican coconut rice and peas (beans)

Jamaican Coconut Rice and Peas (Beans)

Made with rice, black pepper, fresh thyme, red kidney beans, coconut milk, green onion, garlic, hot chile pepper

Method:   stovetop
Time:   over 5 hours


recipe for shrimp and grits with andouille sausage

Shrimp and Grits With Andouille Sausage

Made with grits, butter, heavy cream, Parmesan cheese, salt and fresh ground pepper, shrimp, tomatoes, garlic, chicken broth, scallions

Method:   stovetop
Time:   30-60 minutes

recipe for slow cooker potato slices with cheese

Slow Cooker Potato Slices With Cheese

Made with stock, potatoes, cheese

Method:   crock pot
Time:   2-5 hours

recipe for grilled vegetable platter

Grilled Vegetable Platter

Made with zucchini, asparagus, vidalia onion, portabella mushrooms, spike seasoning, butter, garlic, soy sauce, lemon juice

Method:   outdoor grill
Time:   under 30 minutes


recipe for bacon and broccoli potato gratin

Bacon and Broccoli Potato Gratin

Made with Swiss cheese, black pepper, Yukon Gold potatoes, frozen broccoli florets, bacon, heavy cream, onion, kosher salt

Method:   oven, stovetop
Time:   1-2 hours

recipe for al's oasis restaurant sausage stuffing casserole

Al's Oasis Restaurant Sausage Stuffing Casserole

Made with parsley flakes or snipped parsley, bulk pork sausage, onion, green or red bell pepper, butter or margarine, stuffing mix, cream style corn

Method:   oven, stovetop
Time:   30-60 minutes

recipe for asian roasted vegetables

Asian Roasted Vegetables

Made with rice or noodles, stir-fry sauce, nonstick oil spray, sweet potato, onions, fresh broccoli and cauliflower mix, garlic, roasted red peppers, salt and black pepper...

Method:   oven
Time:   30-60 minutes


recipe for potato puff casserole

Potato Puff Casserole

Made with fresh chives, eggs, potatoes, milk, salt, butter, Cheddar cheese

Method:   stovetop, oven
Time:   30-60 minutes

recipe for jerk vegetables

Jerk Vegetables

Made with Scotch bonnet pepper, canola oil, sugar, soy sauce, dried thyme, ground allspice, potatoes, ears corn, onion

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

recipe for broccoli-corn stuffing casserole

Broccoli-Corn Stuffing Casserole

Made with stuffing cubes, frozen broccoli, cream-style corn, eggs, butter or margarine

Method:   oven
Time:   1-2 hours


recipe for baked cajun rice

Baked Cajun Rice

Made with tomatoes, Cajun seasoning, ground meat, onion, bell pepper, celery, garlic, green onion, rice, water

Method:   oven, stovetop
Time:   1-2 hours

recipe for okra and tomatoes over grits

Okra And Tomatoes Over Grits

Made with tomatoes, garlic, onion, bay leaves, dried thyme, cayenne pepper, dry oregano, worcestershire sauce, salt and pepper, tabasco

Method:   stovetop
Time:   30-60 minutes

recipe for herbed corn and edamame succotash

Herbed Corn And Edamame Succotash

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


recipe for potato mille-feuille with smoked salmon

Potato Mille-Feuille With Smoked Salmon

Made with smoked salmon, lemon, olive oil, russet potatoes, salt, creme fraiche or sour cream, fresh dill or parsley, scallion

Method:   oven
Time:   30-60 minutes

recipe for old french style potatoes with mushrooms

Old French Style Potatoes With Mushrooms

Made with lemon, nutmeg, black pepper, potatoes, onions, fresh mushrooms, olive oil, flour, parsley, salt

Method:   oven, stovetop
Time:   30-60 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 orange rice for 100

Orange Rice for 100

Made with dehydrated onion flakes, white rice, water, orange juice frozen concentrate, salt

Method:   oven, stovetop
Time:   30-60 minutes

recipe for tex-mex sweet corn cake

Tex-Mex Sweet Corn Cake

Made with salt, baking powder, sugar, masa harina, water, butter, cream, sour cream or yogurt, cornmeal, creamed corn

Method:   oven
Time:   1-2 hours

recipe for campfire dutch oven potatoes

Campfire Dutch Oven Potatoes

Made with non-stick cooking spray, dry ranch salad dressing mix, red potatoes, onion, butter

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


recipe for cassoulet of zucchini and rice with mushrooms, onions and cheese

Cassoulet of Zucchini and Rice with Mushrooms, Onions and Cheese

Made with salt and pepper, French fried onions, eggs, zucchini, green onions, mushrooms, garlic, butter, tomatoes, Monterey jack cheese

Method:   stovetop, oven
Time:   1-2 hours

recipe for mozzarella potatoes

Mozzarella Potatoes

Made with mozzarella cheese, potatoes, olive oil, bread crumbs, salt and pepper

Method:   oven
Time:   1-2 hours

recipe for sausage and black bean grits casserole

Sausage And Black Bean Grits Casserole

Made with water, quick grits, garlic salt, smoked sausage or kielbasa, onion, green bell pepper, garlic, vegetable oil, salsa, black beans

Method:   stovetop, oven
Time:   30-60 minutes


recipe for cheesy slow cooker vegetable bake

Cheesy Slow Cooker Vegetable Bake

Made with American cheese, pimientos, frozen broccoli, cauliflower, and carrot blend, onion, cream of mushroom soup

Method:   crock pot
Time:   2-5 hours

recipe for mexican black bean and jalapeno spoon bread

Mexican Black Bean And Jalapeno Spoon Bread

Made with butter or margarine, jalapenos, water, cornmeal, vegetable bouillon cubes, black beans, cheddar cheese, evaporated milk, eggs

Method:   oven, stovetop
Time:   30-60 minutes

recipe for slow cooker potatoes with bacon, gruyere, and cheddar cheese

Slow Cooker Potatoes With Bacon, Gruyere, And Cheddar Cheese

Made with salt and pepper, bacon, onions, potatoes, Gruyere cheese, Cheddar cheese

Method:   crock pot, stovetop
Time:   over 5 hours


recipe for grilled vegetables with roasted garlic balsamic vinaigrette

Grilled Vegetables With Roasted Garlic Balsamic Vinaigrette

Made with zucchini, red onion, red peppers, green peppers, mushrooms, fennel bulb, eggplant, olive oil, fresh oregano, salt and pepper

Method:   outdoor grill
Time:   30-60 minutes

recipe for rice with leek and silverbeet

Rice With Leek And Silverbeet

Made with salt and pepper, fresh parsley, olive oil, leek, garlic, short-grain rice, water, silverbeet, lemon juice

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes

recipe for mashed potato stuffing

Mashed Potato Stuffing

Made with eggs, white bread, milk or water, potatoes, butter, salt, milk, bacon grease or butter, onion, celery

Method:   oven, stovetop
Time:   1-2 hours


recipe for mushroom and chestnut stuffing

Mushroom And Chestnut Stuffing

Made with white bread, butter, onions, mushrooms, celery, fresh chestnuts, chestnuts, fresh rosemary, fresh thyme

Method:   oven, stovetop
Time:   2-5 hours

recipe for squash dressing

Squash Dressing

Made with salt and pepper, onion, green bell pepper, sugar, cornbread mix, butter, yellow squash, cream of chicken soup, sour cream

Method:   oven
Time:   30-60 minutes

recipe for green bean cashew casserole

Green Bean Cashew Casserole

Made with bread crumbs, half and half or light cream, cashew, green beans, oil, onion, white wine or reduced sodium chicken broth, salt, ground white pepper

Method:   oven, stovetop
Time:   30-60 minutes


recipe for slow cooker creamy potato wedges

Slow Cooker Creamy Potato Wedges

Made with frozen new potato wedges, sour cream chive dip, Asiago cheese, cream cheese, mayonnaise

Method:   crock pot
Time:   2-5 hours

recipe for marrakesh vegetable curry

Marrakesh Vegetable Curry

Made with onion, garlic, turmeric, curry powder, ground cinnamon, sea salt, cayenne pepper, garbanzo beans, almonds, zucchini

Method:   stovetop
Time:   30-60 minutes

recipe for greek ratatouille

Greek Ratatouille

Made with red bell pepper, green bell pepper, zucchini, yellow squash, mushrooms, garlic, brown rice, oregano, dried oregano

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes


recipe for pommes dauphine

Pommes Dauphine

Made with oil, black pepper, baking potatoes, salt, butter or margarine, flour, eggs

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

recipe for slow cooker cheese potatoes

Slow Cooker Cheese Potatoes

Made with milk, cheddar cheese, potatoes, salt and pepper, margarine

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

recipe for le papet vaudois

Le Papet Vaudois

Made with nutmeg, pepper, salt, evaporated skim milk, onion, leeks, potatoes, white wine, vegetable broth

Method:   stovetop
Time:   30-60 minutes


recipe for vegetable napoleon

Vegetable Napoleon

Made with mozzarella cheese, tomato, yellow squash, zucchini, garlic and herb seasoning mix, black pepper, powdered garlic

Method:   oven
Time:   30-60 minutes

recipe for broccoli and cauliflower gratin

Broccoli And Cauliflower Gratin

Made with breadcrumbs, ground red pepper, Dijon mustard, fresh broccoli, fresh cauliflower, Cheddar cheese, mayonnaise, Parmesan cheese, green onions

Method:   stovetop, oven
Time:   30-60 minutes

recipe for easy cheesy carrot casserole

Easy Cheesy Carrot Casserole

Made with saltine crackers, carrots, butter or margarine, American cheese, dill weed

Method:   stovetop, oven
Time:   30-60 minutes





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