This bourbon and brown sugar sweet potatoes recipe brings a delightful twist to a classic favorite. By incorporating bourbon, you introduce a complex layer of...
Method: oven
Time: 1-2 hours
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Bourbon And Brown Sugar Sweet Potatoes
Marlene's Potato Kugel
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
Shallot Mashed Potatoes
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
Slow Cooker Wild Rice Hot Dish
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
Kathie's Tater Toes
Made with green onion, hot pepper sauce, potatoes, butter, salt, cajun spice blend, garlic
Method: stovetop
Time: under 30 minutes
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Garlic Dill Rice
A little dill, garlic, and onion powder can really dress up some plain white rice.
Method: stovetop
Time: 30-60 minutes
Slow Cooker Orange-Spiced Sweet Potatoes
Cooking sweet potatoes just got a whole lot cooler. With a splash of orange and a sprinkle of spice, you'll be wondering why you didn't make these sooner.
Method: crock pot
Time: 2-5 hours
Grilled Garlic-Potato Skewers
Skewered potatoes make an easy grilled side dish or appetizer. Add extra spices to take this dish up a notch. Serve with your favorite dipping sauces (we're partial to...
Method: stovetop, oven, outdoor grill
Time: 30-60 minutes
Millet Casserole
Made with dried sage, tofu, soy sauce, millet, sesame oil, water, onion, mushrooms, celery, parsley
Method: stovetop, oven
Time: 30-60 minutes
Buffalo Potato Wedges
Potato wedges are basted with a Buffalo-style sauce while they cook and served with blue cheese dressing for dipping.
Method: oven, outdoor grill
Time: 30-60 minutes
Couscous Risotto With Wild Mushrooms And Pecorino Cheese
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
Quinoa With Chickpeas
A pleasing blend of legumes and grains. Quinoa is cooked in vegetable stock and mixed with chickpeas, red onion, and feta cheese. Perfect for a last minute side dish.
Method: stovetop
Time: under 30 minutes
Roasted Garlic Mashed Potatoes with Fresh Rosemary
For a side dish that stands out, try these roasted garlic mashed potatoes. The unique combination of roasted garlic's depth and the fresh herbal notes...
Method: oven, stovetop
Time: 1-2 hours
Sicilian Rice Balls
Considered a snack or "street food", these deep-fried, meat-filled rice balls have become popular not just in Italy but around the globe.
Method: stovetop
Time: 1-2 hours
Parmesan-Basil Baked French Fries
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
Panko-Crusted Avocado Fries
There's avocado everything these days, so it was only a matter of time until they got turned into fries. Panko-coated avocado slices would go perfect with a Mexican main...
Method: stovetop, oven
Time: under 30 minutes
Irish Boxty
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
Scampi With Risotto
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
Risotto-Style Sausage And Mushroom Rice
Made with mushroom soup, italian sausage, water, tomato, rice, chicken broth, mushrooms, scallions, saffron
Method: stovetop
Time: 30-60 minutes
Cheesy Cowboy Mashed Potatoes With Carrots And Corn
These mashed cowboy 'taters with carrots and corn make one heck of a side dish. The only missing ingredient is the cowboy attitude, so these are best...
Method: stovetop
Time: under 30 minutes
Low Carb Fries
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
BBQ Potatoes
Made with onion, red potatoes, Barbecue Seasoning, vegetable oil
Method: outdoor grill
Time: 30-60 minutes
Baked Rice, Swiss Cheese & Vegetable Casserole
Made with butter, onion, green bell pepper, corn, tomato, rice, Swiss cheese, whipping cream, fresh thyme
Method: stovetop, oven
Time: under 30 minutes
Spicy Thai Turkey Fried Rice
Turkey and Thai food may not know each other well, but they're about to become best friends. A sweet stir-fry sauce made with peanut butter and ginger turns turkey and...
Method: stovetop
Time: under 30 minutes
Spicy Rice And Sausage Casserole
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
Polenta Cutouts
These parmesan-laced, golden-brown polenta rounds are perfect for topping with a rich meat sauce for an Italian alternative to pasta.
Method: stovetop
Time: 30-60 minutes
Creamy Parmesan Polenta
If you can boil water, then you can make a fabulous polenta. Simply add cornmeal to your water and stir in your favorite cheese. Makes a great side meal to your meat.
Method: stovetop
Time: under 30 minutes
Traditional Stuffing
This is a simple, traditional stuffing made with white bread, celery, onions, and sage. It is a staple recipe on many holiday tables.
Method: stovetop, oven
Time: 30-60 minutes
Ranch Mashed Potatoes
Classic comfort food combined with the ease of instant mashed potatoes. Ranch salad dressing provides flavor and butter and sour cream makes it as rich as made from scratch...
Method: stovetop
Time: under 30 minutes
Cracker Stuffing
Made with salt, dried thyme, celery, onion, butter or margarine, saltines, milk, egg, parsley, dried sage
Method: stovetop
Time: under 30 minutes
Paula's Patates Lemonates
These potatoes take on a Greek flavor with the addition of oregano and lemon juice. So simple to prepare yet they go with a variety of entrees.
Method: oven
Time: 30-60 minutes
Slow Cooker Sweet Potato Stuffing
Made with salt, sage, poultry seasoning, celery, onion, butter, bread crumbs, sweet potato, chicken broth, pecans
Method: stovetop, crock pot
Time: over 5 hours
How To Cook Foolproof Brown Rice
The best way to cook amazing food is to master the basics. Perfect brown rice is so versatile, whether for stir-fries, burrito bowls, or serving alongside grilled fish...
Method: stovetop
Time: 30-60 minutes
Dum Aloo (Potato Curry)
Potatoes and onions are cooked in a warm-spiced curry sauce, Kashmiri-style. It can be served with naan or roti, or served over rice.
Method: stovetop
Time: 1-2 hours
Risotto With Prosciutto and Peas
Risotto is a great example of how simple ingredients can be combined to create an amazing meal. This particular variation combines peas and prosciutto with arborio...
Method: stovetop
Time: 30-60 minutes
Apple, Prune And Raisin Stuffing
Are you ready to introduce some excitement into your holiday meal? This playful spin on stuffing combines sweet fruits and cozy spices that even the most novice cook...
Time: under 30 minutes
Simple Cilantro Lime Rice
Made with rice, lime zest, lime juice, fresh cilantro
Time: under 30 minutes
Easter Egg Twice Baked Stuffed Potatoes
These Easter delights are a cross between baked potatoes and deviled eggs. Potatoes mashed with Dijon, chives, and creamy gouda and stuffed back into their own...
Method: oven
Time: 1-2 hours
Easy Polenta Marinara
Made with Mozzarella cheese, marinara sauce, chicken broth, water, cornmeal, Parmesan cheese, salt, black pepper
Method: oven, stovetop
Time: under 30 minutes
Basmati Rice With Lemon & Thyme
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
Healthier Tex-Mex Green Chile Cheesy Grits
Made with non-stick cooking spray, skim milk, water, quick grits, cheddar cheese, margarine, green chiles, egg
Method: stovetop, oven
Time: 1-2 hours
Haitain Rice And Bean
Made with salt and pepper, vegetable oil, garlic, rice, red kidney beans, water, onion, hot green pepper, salt pork or bacon, butter
Method: stovetop
Time: 2-5 hours
Low Fat Baked Polenta Fries
A delicious and lower fat alternative to French fries. Made with polenta, salt, and ketchup or marinara sauce for dipping.
Method: oven
Time: 30-60 minutes
Polenta with Mushroom Medley
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
Cranberry Rice Pilaf
Made with italian parsley, dried cranberries, vegetable stock, brown rice, lemon juice, Granny Smith apple, olive oil, garlic, scallions, celery
Method: stovetop
Time: 30-60 minutes
Nori Rice Balls
These cute rice balls make a great appetizer for Asian meals. Substitute in some sushi rice and adding fillings like avocado or smoked salmon to give you a fun variation on standard...
Method: stovetop
Time: 1-2 hours
Western Potato Rounds
Baked potato slices are covered with barbecue sauce, Monterery Jack cheese, bacon, and green onions.
Method: oven
Time: 30-60 minutes
Risotto With Spinach And Mushrooms
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
Fried Brown Rice And Vegetables
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
So Easy Sweet Potatoes
Transform canned sweet potatoes into a show-stopping side with just butter, sugar, and a little marshmallow magic.
Method: stovetop, oven
Time: under 30 minutes
This iconic whiskey is a "Jack of all trades" when it comes to cooking. Toss it in some pasta, as a savory dipping sauce, and even bake it into something sweet.
Pumpkins aren't just for pies or Halloween decorations. These large, orange gourds - while naturally sweet - also work well in savory dishes. They pair well with poultry and pork (and especially bacon) and their creamy-when-cooked texture blends easily into soups.
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