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Ready to impress your friends with a stuffing recipe that's anything but ordinary? This apple-raisin stuffing can be whipped up in a snap, whether you prefer the crock...

Method:   crock pot
Time:   2-5 hours

Going for low carb? Rutabaga fries are an easy alternative. Steam tender before frying for a satisfying crunch without extra carbs.n.

Method:   stovetop
Time:   30-60 minutes

Creamy mashed potatoes are mixed with oven-roasted shallots to make an incredible potato side dish, perfect to accompany your favorite main dish.

Method:   stovetop, oven
Time:   1-2 hours

The wood chips give these baked potatoes a wonderful smoky flavor. Serve them split open and loaded with your favorite toppings or use them in other recipes calling for cooked or...

Method:   smoker
Time:   2-5 hours

Wild rice is wonderfully tender when cooked in the crock pot. Combine it with almonds, onions, celery, mushrooms, chicken, and herbs and you have a delicious dinner.

Method:   crock pot
Time:   2-5 hours

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Subtle spices dress up this rice dish. Goes great with a variety of main dish recipes.

Method:   stovetop
Time:   30-60 minutes

Made with mushroom soup, italian sausage, water, tomato, rice, chicken broth, mushrooms, scallions, saffron

Method:   stovetop
Time:   30-60 minutes

Add a little kick to your brown rice with a few simple extra ingredients.

Method:   stovetop
Time:   1-2 hours

Bacon cheese fries are a delicious and decadent snack that is perfect for sharing with friends. These salty and savory fries are covered in melty cheese and crispy bacon, making them...

Method:   oven
Time:   under 30 minutes

Grated potato and onion with egg and matzo meal make a classic side dish that's crunchy on top, creamy in the middle.

Method:   oven
Time:   1-2 hours

Two simple yet popular dishes together in one. Large shrimp are served tossed with a rich butter-wine scampi sauce over risotto made with arborio rice, chicken broth, onion, and...

Method:   stovetop
Time:   30-60 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

Made with panko bread crumbs, black pepper, Yukon gold potatoes, rutabaga, Kosher salt, garlic, fresh sage, heavy cream, butter

Method:   stovetop, oven
Time:   1-2 hours

Bacon adds flavor without making this a heavy dish. It's perfect served alongside egg rolls, sweet and sour pork, or chicken chow mein.

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes

Potatoes Dauphinoise is a traditional French dish made up of sliced potatoes that are baked in a rich cream sauce.

Method:   microwave, oven
Time:   30-60 minutes

This delicious crawfish stuffing can be used to stuff poultry, mushrooms, salmon or other fish, or simply serve as a side dish.

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes

Made with thyme, parsley, potatoes, cream cheese, butter, milk, garlic powder

Method:   stovetop
Time:   30-60 minutes

This recipe is a slightly different twist on traditional fried rice. The carrots are cooked with the rice, and it uses brown rice instead of regular. It also adds corn...

Method:   stovetop
Time:   2-5 hours

Sauteed peppers, celery, and cashews along with pan-toasted spices turn the quinoa into a flavorful pilaf. Excellent light lunch or side dish.

Method:   stovetop, crock pot
Time:   1-2 hours

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

The night before Thanksgiving or other big family event, make this easy recipe for mashed potatoes. This is a great way to cut down on your cooking time during busy...

Method:   stovetop, oven
Time:   over 5 hours

Basmati rice is a great alternative to regular white rice. It has a lovely nutty aroma to it and cooks up very fluffy.

Method:   stovetop
Time:   30-60 minutes

If you are looking for a hearty and delicious fried rice, you've found it. This recipe combines chicken, pork, beef, and shrimp into one amazing dish.

Method:   stovetop
Time:   30-60 minutes

Nothing fancy here, no unusual add-ins, just the kind of old-fashioned cornbread dressing your mother or grandmother used to make (and that everyone always loved!).

Method:   stovetop, oven
Time:   1-2 hours

Get the creamy texture of risotto without all the work by making it in your crock pot instead. This recipe calls for brown rice, vegetable stock, cream of...

Method:   crock pot
Time:   2-5 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

Risotto featuring creamy arborio rice, fresh mushrooms, and spinach, this dish is perfect for a cozy night in or a fancy dinner party. The recipe is easy to make...

Method:   stovetop
Time:   30-60 minutes

Made with non-stick cooking spray, skim milk, water, quick grits, cheddar cheese, margarine, green chiles, egg

Method:   stovetop, oven
Time:   1-2 hours

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

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

The pre-made polenta makes this an effortless complement to the rosemary and white wine infused mushroom medley. Great as a side dish or appetizer.

Method:   stovetop, oven, outdoor grill
Time:   under 30 minutes

Made with red food coloring, potatoes, milk, butter, salt and pepper

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes

Boiled potatoes and green beans with pan fried bacon and onion are a sure thing for a good home cookin' side dish.

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes

Lots of flavor in this fried rice. It's made with cooked rice, peas, carrots, ham, onion, eggs, and soy sauce. A great way to use up leftover rice and/or ham.

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes

Who has time for complicated fried rice these days? Just keep it simple and you'll only need four ingredients and a few minutes.

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes

Creamy risotto with sauteed shrimp, asparagus, and a sprinkle of parmesan is an impressive dish that's impressively easy when a pressure cooker does the...

Method:   pressure cooker, stovetop
Time:   30-60 minutes

This is an easy and fancy way to serve mashed potatoes. Use your favorite recipe for the mashed potatoes. You can also top the potatoes with cheese or add any additional seasonings as...

Method:   oven
Time:   under 30 minutes

Red potatoes are cut into sticks, coated with a mixture of Parmesan cheese, oil, basil and garlic powder, and baked until crisp.

Method:   oven
Time:   30-60 minutes

The larger Israeli couscous gives this recipe a similar texture to risotto made with arborio rice but with a reduced cooking time.

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes

A great way to serve stuffing in individual portions. The outside gets a nice, crispy texture while the inside is moist and delicious.

Method:   stovetop, oven
Time:   30-60 minutes

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

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

Ready for a flavor-packed surprise? This cracker stuffing takes classic ingredients and spins them into a dish that might just steal the show at dinner.

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes

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

The mix of potatoes gives this traditional Irish boxty recipe a unique texture, and it's tough to beat for comfort food when served with a little sour cream or maple syrup.

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes

Potato slices are seasoned with garlic pepper and pan-fried in bacon drippings with onion and topped with crumbled bacon.

Method:   stovetop
Time:   30-60 minutes

A mixture of pork sausage, spices, vegetables, and long grain and wild rice cooked in a skillet to make a one-dish dinner.

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes

Regular fluffy white rice is fine for most dishes, but it can't match the decadence of this parmesan rice. Thick and creamy, it's a great substitute for risotto.

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes

The crock pot is an ideal vessel for making perfect wild rice. Mixed with mushrooms and lightly flavored with thyme, salt and pepper, this recipe is a great match to almost...

Method:   crock pot
Time:   2-5 hours

A simple bread stuffing made with onion, celery, bread, seasonings and instead of plain chicken broth it uses chicken and rice soup for a different twist.

Method:   stovetop, oven
Time:   1-2 hours