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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 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 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 new mexican potato bake

New Mexican Potato Bake

Made with salt and pepper, garlic, dried oregano, cumin, potatoes, onion, milk, chicken stock, chile powder

Method:   oven
Time:   1-2 hours

recipe for lentil rice casserole

Lentil Rice Casserole

Made with cheddar cheese, garlic powder, chicken broth, lentils, brown rice, onion, sweet basil, dried oregano, dried thyme

Method:   oven
Time:   1-2 hours

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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 mozzarella potatoes

Mozzarella Potatoes

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

Method:   oven
Time:   1-2 hours

recipe for celery root ravioli with celery-mushroom filling

Celery Root Ravioli With Celery-Mushroom Filling

Made with Spanish onion, olive oil, celery roots, portobello mushrooms, salt and pepper, garlic, rosemary, celery, shallots

Method:   oven, stovetop
Time:   2-5 hours


recipe for argentine potato noquis

Argentine Potato Noquis

Made with potato, flour, salt

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 southwest-style potatoes

Southwest-Style Potatoes

If you're in the mood for something cheesy and spicy, give this potato casserole recipe a try. Shredded or sliced potatoes are seasoned, oven-baked, and topped with spicy...

Method:   oven
Time:   1-2 hours


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 layered vegetable pie

Layered Vegetable Pie

Made with fresh thyme, zucchini, eggplant, red bell peppers, potatoes, chopped tomatoes, onion, garlic, breadcrumbs, hazel or walnut oil

Method:   oven, stovetop
Time:   1-2 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 callaloo bake (bahamas)

Callaloo Bake (Bahamas)

Made with breadcrumbs, callaloo, onion, bacon, cheese, potatoes

Method:   oven
Time:   30-60 minutes

recipe for cheese and rice casserole

Cheese and Rice Casserole

Made with black pepper, salt, milk, eggs, celery, onion, margarine or butter, rice, American cheese, parsley

Method:   oven, stovetop
Time:   30-60 minutes

recipe for baby potatoes with saffron mayonnaise

Baby Potatoes with Saffron Mayonnaise

Made with fresh Italian parsley, salt and pepper, mayonnaise, red or white potatoes, parsley, garlic, saffron, water

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes


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 holiday carrots casserole

Holiday Carrots Casserole

Made with carrots, onion, Cheddar cheese, mayonnaise, sugar, salt, black pepper, cracker crumbs

Method:   stovetop, oven
Time:   under 30 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 israeli potatoes with mustard and honey

Israeli Potatoes with Mustard and Honey

Made with salt and pepper, mustard, honey, corn oil, potatoes, onions

Method:   oven
Time:   1-2 hours

recipe for potato samosa

Potato Samosa

Made with vegetable oil, spring roll wrappers, potatoes, peas, cumin seeds, coriander seeds, chili flakes, lemon juice, cilantro

Method:   stovetop, deep fryer
Time:   under 30 minutes


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 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 le ann rimes' southern style grits bake

Le Ann Rimes' Southern Style Grits Bake

Made with chives or green onion, bacon, onion, milk, quick cooking grits, salt, egg substitute, eggs, maple syrup

Method:   stovetop, oven
Time:   1-2 hours


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 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 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 mujadara

Mujadara

Made with cumin, black pepper, onions, olive oil, dry lentils, water, long grain white rice, salt

Method:   stovetop
Time:   30-60 minutes

recipe for spanish style potatoes

Spanish Style Potatoes

Made with tomatoes, oregano, chicken bouillon granules, potatoes, onions, green bell pepper, water, olive oil

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes

recipe for mexican rice casserole with chiles and cheese

Mexican Rice Casserole With Chiles And Cheese

Made with black pepper, cooked rice, Monterey jack cheese, green chilies, cilantro, sour cream, green onions, cumin, salt

Method:   oven
Time:   30-60 minutes


recipe for cheddar and egg grits

Cheddar And Egg Grits

Made with hot sauce, eggs, water, salt and ground black pepper, grits, butter, cheddar cheese

Method:   oven, stovetop
Time:   30-60 minutes

recipe for thanksgiving stuffing loaf

Thanksgiving Stuffing Loaf

Made with nutmeg, olive oil, sesame oil, whole wheat bread, fresh thyme, fresh sage, onion, parsnips, carrots, turkey or chicken broth

Method:   oven, stovetop
Time:   1-2 hours

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 garlic scapes with red bell peppers and shiitake mushrooms

Garlic Scapes with Red Bell Peppers and Shiitake Mushrooms

Made with garlic scapes, red bell pepper, grapeseed oil, salt, shiitake mushrooms, black pepper, sesame seeds

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes

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 quinoa stuffing with oyster mushrooms and chestnuts

Quinoa Stuffing with Oyster Mushrooms and Chestnuts

Made with salt and pepper, thyme, fresh sage, quinoa, chicken or turkey stock, olive oil, sweet Italian sausage, oyster mushrooms, chestnuts

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes


recipe for spicy potato casserole

Spicy Potato Casserole

Made with black pepper, salt, sour cream, milk, onion, potatoes, Italian bread crumbs, butter, cayenne pepper

Method:   stovetop, oven
Time:   30-60 minutes

recipe for alu bagan

Alu Bagan

Made with garlic, potatoes, eggplant, mushrooms, tomatoes, chopped tomatoes, water, turmeric, curry powder

Method:   stovetop
Time:   1-2 hours

recipe for corn and broccoli bake au gratin

Corn And Broccoli Bake Au Gratin

Made with butter, black pepper, dried minced onion, cream style corn, frozen chopped broccoli, Monterey Jack cheese, sour cream, saltine crackers, egg

Method:   oven
Time:   30-60 minutes


recipe for pressure cooker cheesy parmesan red potatoes

Pressure Cooker Cheesy Parmesan Red Potatoes

Made with parsley, chicken broth, red potatoes, Parmesan cheese, garlic powder

Method:   pressure cooker
Time:   under 30 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 sweet corn grits

Sweet Corn Grits

Made with corn on the cob, garlic, butter, olive oil, mascarpone cheese, American or Parmesan cheese, salt and pepper, corn cobs, onion

Method:   stovetop
Time:   2-5 hours


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 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 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 tempeh & vegetables with pomegranate glaze

Tempeh & Vegetables with Pomegranate Glaze

Made with canola or grapeseed oil, mushrooms, garlic, red or yellow bell pepper, zucchini, carrots, tempeh, broccoli, scallions

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes

recipe for cubed potatoes with garlic and sage

Cubed Potatoes With Garlic And Sage

Made with fresh sage, black pepper, baking potatoes, butter, corn oil, garlic, salt

Method:   stovetop
Time:   30-60 minutes

recipe for baked fennel au gratin

Baked Fennel Au Gratin

Made with bread crumbs, Parmesan or Romano cheese, fennel bulbs, salt, black pepper, butter or margarine, all-purpose flour, half and half, light cream, or milk, Swiss or Gruyere...

Method:   stovetop, oven
Time:   30-60 minutes


recipe for slow cooker red, white and blue potatoes

Slow Cooker Red, White and Blue Potatoes

Made with blue cheese, milk or soy milk, bacon bits, red potatoes, sweet red pepper, fresh chives, salt, black pepper

Method:   crock pot
Time:   over 5 hours

recipe for italian seasoned vegetables

Italian Seasoned Vegetables

Made with frozen mixed vegetables, butter, bread crumbs, Parmesan cheese, Italian seasoning, black pepper, salt

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes

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 dutch oven turkey stuffing

Dutch Oven Turkey Stuffing

Made with garlic powder, sage, celery salt, dried thyme, black pepper, tarragon, butter, dried parsley, pine nuts, eggs

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

recipe for slow cooker cheesy hot dogs and hominy

Slow Cooker Cheesy Hot Dogs And Hominy

Made with cream of mushroom soup, hominy, cream of chicken soup, green chilies, processed cheese product, hot dogs or ham

Method:   crock pot
Time:   2-5 hours

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 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 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 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 cajun cheesy hash brown casserole

Cajun Cheesy Hash Brown Casserole

Made with frozen cubed hash brown potatoes, garlic, celery, onion, butter, flour, heavy cream, chicken broth, cheddar cheese, Monterey Jack cheese or Mozzarella cheese

Method:   stovetop, oven
Time:   2-5 hours




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