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Starches

We've collected some of our favorite starchy side dish recipes here for you to help complete your meal.



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recipe for spinach pilaf (spanakorizo)

Spinach Pilaf (Spanakorizo)

Made with fresh dill, parsley, olive oil, scallions, short-grain rice, water, fresh spinach, frozen chopped spinach, lemon juice

Method:   stovetop
Time:   30-60 minutes

recipe for baked potato with bacon

Baked Potato With Bacon

Made with butter, potatoes, cheddar cheese, bacon, onions, whole tomatoes, whole kernel corn, dried thyme, salt and pepper

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 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 red potato wedges

Red Potato Wedges

Made with black pepper, garlic powder, red potatoes, vegetable oil, rosemary

Method:   oven
Time:   30-60 minutes

recipe for creamy mashed potato bake with crunchy onion topping

Creamy Mashed Potato Bake With Crunchy Onion Topping

Made with cheddar cheese, mashed potatoes, sour cream, milk, garlic powder, french fried onions

Method:   oven
Time:   1-2 hours

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recipe for creamy whipped potatoes

Creamy Whipped Potatoes

Made with paprika, heavy whipping cream, margarine or butter, potatoes, salt, cream cheese, black pepper, garlic salt

Method:   stovetop, oven
Time:   30-60 minutes

recipe for haitian rice and beans

Haitian Rice And Beans

Made with water, white rice, olive oil, adobo seasoning, bay leaves, salt and pepper, ground cloves, fresh parsley, fresh thyme

Method:   stovetop
Time:   over 5 hours

recipe for harvest blend rice stuffing

Harvest Blend Rice Stuffing

Made with short-grain rice, water, chicken stock, fresh parsley, black peppercorns, onion, vegetable oil, all-purpose flour, celery, scallion

Method:   stovetop
Time:   1-2 hours


recipe for bacon potato pancakes

Bacon Potato Pancakes

Made with oil, ground nutmeg, salt and pepper, potatoes, bacon, onion, eggs, all-purpose flour

Method:   electric skillet/wok
Time:   under 30 minutes

recipe for cajun dressing for turkey

Cajun Dressing For Turkey

Made with water, long-grain rice, pork sausage, green bell pepper, onion, celery, chicken noodle soup mix

Method:   stovetop, oven
Time:   1-2 hours

recipe for wasabi smashed potatoes

Wasabi Smashed Potatoes

Made with black pepper, wasabi paste, new potatoes, salt, butter, sour cream

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes


recipe for charleston red rice

Charleston Red Rice

Made with butter, hot sauce, salt and pepper, bacon, onion, scallions, tomatoes, long-grain rice, ham

Method:   oven, stovetop
Time:   1-2 hours

recipe for jalapeno rice casserole

Jalapeno Rice Casserole

Made with Monterey Jack cheese, water, chicken-flavored bouillon granules, parboiled rice, plain low-fat yogurt, creamy Italian salad dressing, jalapeno pepper, fresh parsley...

Method:   stovetop, oven
Time:   1-2 hours

recipe for crispy garlic mashed potato balls

Crispy Garlic Mashed Potato Balls

Made with bread crumbs, garlic salt, vegetable oil, mashed potatoes, eggs, flour, cheddar cheese

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes


recipe for fiesta potato bake with french fried onions

Fiesta Potato Bake With French Fried Onions

Made with hot sauce, eggs, sour cream, southern-style hash brown potatoes, French fried onions, cheddar or monterey jack cheese, cream of celery or chicken...

Method:   oven
Time:   1-2 hours

recipe for salty rosemary fries

Salty Rosemary Fries

Made with non-stick cooking spray, baking potatoes, olive oil, garlic, dried rosemary, kosher salt, black pepper

Method:   oven
Time:   30-60 minutes

recipe for chickpea and sweet potato koftas

Chickpea And Sweet Potato Koftas

Made with flour, sweet potato or yam, chickpeas, garlic, scallions, cumin seed, fresh ginger root, salt, lemon juice, black pepper

Method:   stovetop
Time:   30-60 minutes


recipe for mallow sweet potato balls

Mallow Sweet Potato Balls

Made with cornflakes, water, sweet potatoes, salt and pepper, butter, marshmallows, egg

Method:   oven
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 roasted yams with green tomatoes

Roasted Yams With Green Tomatoes

Made with salt and pepper, yams, green tomatoes, red tomatoes, red onions, garlic, olive oil

Method:   oven
Time:   2-5 hours


recipe for hawaiian baked potatoes

Hawaiian Baked Potatoes

Made with green onion, crushed pineapple, baking potatoes, cheese spread, green bell pepper

Method:   oven
Time:   30-60 minutes

recipe for oven roasted potatoes with lavender buds

Oven Roasted Potatoes with Lavender Buds

Made with Provence culinary lavender buds, black pepper, cooking spray, potatoes, grapeseed oil, sea salt, butter

Method:   oven
Time:   30-60 minutes

recipe for caribbean yam bake

Caribbean Yam Bake

Made with bananas, lime, yams, eggs, brown sugar, margarine or butter, rum, ground nutmeg

Method:   oven
Time:   30-60 minutes


recipe for maple and tarragon sweet potatoes

Maple and Tarragon Sweet Potatoes

Made with dried tarragon, salt, sweet potatoes, maple syrup, margarine, orange juice, cinnamon

Method:   oven
Time:   1-2 hours

recipe for smoked sausage dressing

Smoked Sausage Dressing

Made with oil, onions, celery, green bell peppers, Cajun sausage, butter, sweet paprika, garlic, Tabasco sauce, turkey, duck or chicken stock

Method:   stovetop, 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 seafood dirty rice

Seafood Dirty Rice

Made with vegetable oil, tomato sauce, onions, green bell peppers, celery, garlic, salt, white pepper, dried thyme, cayenne pepper

Method:   stovetop
Time:   30-60 minutes

recipe for purple smashed potatoes

Purple Smashed Potatoes

Made with white pepper, salt, purple or blue potatoes, whole milk, butter

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes

recipe for slow cooker sausage and corn bread stuffing

Slow Cooker Sausage And Corn Bread Stuffing

Made with pork sausage, onion, chicken broth, cornbread stuffing mix, butter

Method:   crock pot, stovetop
Time:   2-5 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 sausage and wild rice stuffing

Sausage And Wild Rice Stuffing

Made with salt and pepper, butter, wild rice, sausage meat, onion, parsley, mushrooms, sage

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes

recipe for tangerine, sage and bay scallop risotto

Tangerine, Sage and Bay Scallop Risotto

Made with olive oil, fish stock or clam juice, butter, white wine, saffron, leek, fresh sage, arborio rice, tangerines, salt and pepper


Time:   under 30 minutes


recipe for kielbasa fried rice

Kielbasa Fried Rice

If you are looking for a hearty fried rice dish, try this recipe that uses kielbasa sausage in it instead of the more common ham or chicken versions.

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 slow cooker yellow squash rice pilaf

Slow Cooker Yellow Squash Rice Pilaf

Made with fresh parsley, saffron, olive oil or canola oil, onion, yellow squash, white rice, brown rice, chicken broth

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


recipe for garden rice

Garden Rice

Made with fresh parsley, margarine, onion, celery, mushrooms, beef broth, Worcestershire sauce, water, long grain rice, frozen mixed vegetables

Method:   stovetop
Time:   30-60 minutes

recipe for cheesy rice

Cheesy Rice

Made with American cheese, milk, broccoli florets, instant white rice

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes

recipe for mashed potatoes with caramelized onions and cabbage

Mashed Potatoes With Caramelized Onions And Cabbage

Made with chicken broth, red wine vinegar, half and half, butter, onions, cabbage, potatoes

Method:   oven, stovetop
Time:   1-2 hours


recipe for polenta crisps with anchovy sauce

Polenta Crisps with Anchovy Sauce

Made with water, salt, Italian parsley, polenta, vegetable oil, olive oil, garlic, olive oil-packed anchovies, tomatoes, capers

Method:   stovetop
Time:   2-5 hours

recipe for mexican potato cakes

Mexican Potato Cakes

These Mexican Potato Cakes, featuring crispy hash browns and a blend of spicy jalapenos and cheese, are an effortless and tasty addition to any meal. Ideal for brunch or dinner.

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes

recipe for cheesy chicken risotto

Cheesy Chicken Risotto

Made with Cheddar cheese, dried basil, butter, chicken breast halves, rice, garlic, fresh mushrooms, green onions, chicken broth

Method:   stovetop
Time:   30-60 minutes


recipe for polenta with scallops and mushrooms

Polenta with Scallops and Mushrooms

Made with sun-dried tomatoes, green onions, garlic, olive oil, sea scallops, salt, chicken broth, dried morel mushrooms

Method:   stovetop
Time:   2-5 hours

recipe for mushroom, shallot, and wild rice pilaf

Mushroom, Shallot, And Wild Rice Pilaf

Made with black pepper, salt, butter, shallots, shiitake, oyster or white mushrooms, wild rice, fresh rosemary, chicken or beef broth

Method:   stovetop
Time:   1-2 hours

recipe for baked potato fries

Baked Potato Fries

Made with salt and pepper, potatoes, Parmesan cheese, paprika

Method:   oven
Time:   30-60 minutes


recipe for brown rice and black bean casserole

Brown Rice And Black Bean Casserole

Made with vegetable broth, olive oil, onion, zucchini, chicken breast halves, mushrooms, cumin, salt, cayenne pepper, black beans

Method:   stovetop, oven
Time:   1-2 hours

recipe for spanish potatoes gratin

Spanish Potatoes Gratin

Made with heavy cream, Manchego cheese, russet potatoes, fresh rosemary, salt and pepper, Idiazabal cheese

Method:   oven, stovetop
Time:   30-60 minutes

recipe for quick-cook basmati rice

Quick-Cook Basmati Rice

Made with basmati rice, water, butter, salt, white pepper

Method:   stovetop
Time:   30-60 minutes


recipe for basic microwave risotto

Basic Microwave Risotto

Made with Parmesan cheese, white wine, butter, garlic, onion, vegetable broth, arborio rice

Method:   microwave
Time:   under 30 minutes

recipe for oven-roasted potatoes and onions with herbs

Oven-Roasted Potatoes And Onions With Herbs

Made with fresh herbs, sweet onion, red potatoes, olive oil, butter or bacon drippings, garlic, salt, black pepper

Method:   oven
Time:   1-2 hours

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





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