Starches

Dress up a box of Spanish rice mix with this easy recipe. Simply add extra veggies and kielbasa and the rice mix takes the guesswork out of balancing the seasonings....

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes

Serve some homemade bar food next time you serve drinks at home. Cheesy fries topped with sour cream, fresh bacon bits, and parsley are perfect alongside some alcohol and...

Method:   oven
Time:   under 30 minutes

A deliciously simply one pot Cajun creation. Thanks to the ground beef it's super satisfying, while Creole seasoning along with diced peppers and onions give it that comfort...

Method:   stovetop
Time:   30-60 minutes

Congee can be doctored up in dozens of savory ways, from a simple splash of soy sauce to shredded nori seaweed and soft-boiled eggs.

Method:   stovetop
Time:   1-2 hours

Love risotto but don't have time to stand around stirring? Try this delicious crock pot recipe that uses arborio rice, white wine, chicken broth, and parmesan cheese.

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

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A Yankee favorite; this creamy bread stuffing is full of flavor and goes great with just about anything.

Method:   stovetop, oven
Time:   1-2 hours

This stuffing does so many things right, but here's what really sets it apart: adding a sweet, tart, apple to balance out the savory flavors. Truly a stand-out...

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

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

Made with butter, onion, potatoes, milk, salt and pepper, bacon, cabbage

Method:   stovetop
Time:   30-60 minutes

Copy the popular cheese fries from Outback Steakhouse with this simple recipe that starts with frozen french fries and ends with a sprinkling of bacon.

Method:   deep fryer, oven
Time:   under 30 minutes

No need to drag out the deep fryer for these tasty nuggets. They are just like regular hush puppies but are baked in muffin tins instead of deep frying.

Method:   oven
Time:   30-60 minutes

A cheesy scalloped potato recipe is just about the best way to make the most of a spud. A slow cooker turns the velvety side dish into a set it...

Method:   crock pot, stovetop
Time:   over 5 hours

We often think of pumpkin as only being for sweet dishes, but this risotto is a perfect example of a great savory use.

Method:   stovetop
Time:   30-60 minutes

You have to imagine that Oprah has eaten some of the best foods imaginable. So, these creamy horseradish mashed potatoes must be divine!

Method:   stovetop
Time:   30-60 minutes

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

Dress up your frozen french fries with a heavy dose of garlic. You'll both love them and keep the vampires at bay.

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes

This recipe is a great copycat of the restaurant's Young Chow Fried Rice. It calls for shrimp, ham, and shredded barbecued pork which is the...

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes

Turn the humble potato into French cuisine royalty with this Pommes de Terre au Lait. It's what happens when milk and cheese decide to mingle.

Method:   stovetop, oven
Time:   30-60 minutes

Sweet and savory stuffing can be a Thanksgiving game changer. Slow cooked apples and pork sausage makes an absolutely stand-out stuffing that's miles ahead of the...

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

This rice is perfect for making various kinds of sushi. For best results, spread the rice out to cool to room temperature before using.

Method:   stovetop
Time:   30-60 minutes

These twice-baked potatoes are fully loaded with bacon, sour cream, Cheddar cheese, and green onions.

Method:   stovetop, oven
Time:   1-2 hours

Grits are a Southern staple for a reason. Have them for breakfast, have them with dinner, have them absolutely whenever you please. There's never a bad time for a hot bowl of...

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes

Tender chicken serves as hidden treasure amongst the creamy rice with pops of peas. This can be served as a side item or a main course.

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes

A simple yet tasty baked side dish made with white rice, green onions, fresh mushrooms, chicken broth, and sherry.

Method:   stovetop, oven
Time:   30-60 minutes

This cheesy hashbrown casserole is crazy easy. Not only can you get all the ingredients together in under five minutes, they're cooked in a crockpot too!

Method:   crock pot
Time:   2-5 hours

Here's a creamy risotto worthy of some seared scallops or a fine fillet of sea bass. Using a pressure cooker makes a usually work-intensive risotto...

Method:   pressure cooker
Time:   under 30 minutes

Garlic parm potato wedges work with anything. Serve them with a bit of homemade aioli for a classy appetizer, throw them with over easy eggs for breakfast, or use them as a...

Method:   stovetop, oven
Time:   30-60 minutes

A healthier, low sodium version of homemade rice-a-roni made with no-salt seasoning and brown rice.

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes

Want the secret to making perfect white rice every time? Here you go!

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes

Made with chives, cream cheese, red potatoes, margarine, milk, garlic, black pepper, salt, white cheddar cheese

Method:   oven, stovetop
Time:   30-60 minutes

A simple skillet-baked side dish made with potatoes, rosemary, oil, and salt.

Method:   oven
Time:   30-60 minutes

Cheese stuffed potato fritters are the perfect snack or appetizer. They are crispy on the outside and full of cheesy goodness on the inside.

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes

A great, easy side dish made with rice, tomatoes with green chiles, green olives, onion, and Jack cheese.

Method:   oven
Time:   1-2 hours

An easy-to-make recipe for sweet potatoes. It only takes a few minutes to prep, then the crockpot does the rest of the work, yielding a sweet...

Method:   crock pot
Time:   2-5 hours

These parmesan-coated spuds are equally suited to be on a plate with a burger and ketchup or a medium-rare steak and some creamy bearnaise.

Method:   oven
Time:   30-60 minutes

Ready in about 20 minutes and full of flavor. This basmati rice makes a great side dish with fish, chicken, pork, etc.

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes

Expand your french fry arsenal beyond just potatoes. Root veggies like carrots, parsnips, and sweet potatoes baked simply with olive oil and a few choice spices will be...

Method:   oven
Time:   under 30 minutes

Craving some Cuban? This creamy Cuban-style risotto with butter, onions, and rice cooked in saffron chicken stock makes a great base for some Cuban-spiced chicken or...

Method:   stovetop
Time:   30-60 minutes

Beef, tomato, and rice with a hint of spice. Spanish rice made easy in the crock pot.

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

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

Transform your hash browns into a creamy, cheesy rebellion with this bake. It's comfort food with a bold twist, melting hearts and cheese alike.

Method:   stovetop, oven
Time:   1-2 hours

Baked potatoes in the crock pot? Yes! Wrapped in foil, the potatoes are slowly baked and create gentle steam resulting in tender and fluffy baked potatoes.

Method:   crock pot
Time:   2-5 hours

Who knew turkey neck meat could be the star of the show? This cornbread dressing is rich, hearty, and just the thing to make any dinner feel like a special...

Method:   oven, stovetop
Time:   30-60 minutes

Whether you are looking for a side dish for a holiday or weeknight meal, this rich, layered, creamy bacon and potato recipe is the perfect accompaniment.

Method:   crock pot
Time:   2-5 hours

Made with all-purpose flour, Parmesan cheese, potatoes, paprika, milk, butter or margarine, sour cream, bacon, chives

Method:   oven
Time:   30-60 minutes

Spice up your rice, spice up your life! A little butter and parmesan adds depth of flavor to basic white rice and makes it into an easy, satisfying side dish.

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes

This recipe doesn't cheap out on flavor. Bacon, garlic, and savory veggies make this a go-to beans and rice dish that you'll enjoy again and again.

Method:   stovetop
Time:   over 5 hours

This is a festive holiday stuffing with the addition of fresh cranberries.

Method:   stovetop, oven
Time:   30-60 minutes

Let's be real, it's cheesy potatoes we're talking about. But elevating those cheesy 'taters with fresh grated asiago and a fresh burst of parsley? Now we're really...

Method:   stovetop, oven
Time:   1-2 hours

A side of sweet potatoes is one of the best ways to add a pop of color and flavor into a meal, regardless of the season.

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes