Starches

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

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

You've gotta have a go-to mashed potato recipe, and this one is a winner. The creamy, garlicky result is convincing enough on its own, but the convenience of...

Method:   crock pot
Time:   over 5 hours

Made with onion, red potatoes, Barbecue Seasoning, vegetable oil

Method:   outdoor grill
Time:   30-60 minutes

Mashed potatoes with ham and two kinds of cheese, fried into craveable crispy Italian croquettes make a mouthwatering appetizer.

Method:   stovetop
Time:   1-2 hours

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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

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

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

Made with rice, lime zest, lime juice, fresh cilantro


Time:   under 30 minutes

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

This recipe for fried rice starts off with brown rice as the base and incorporates low sodium ingredients to make it a healthier choice.

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes

Made with salt, sage, poultry seasoning, celery, onion, butter, bread crumbs, sweet potato, chicken broth, pecans

Method:   stovetop, crock pot
Time:   over 5 hours

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

Method:   stovetop, oven
Time:   1-2 hours

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

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

Here's a stuffing recipe that goes beyond the norm: think sourdough paired with the sweet notes of figs and cranberries, all nestled in savory turkey sausage.

Method:   stovetop, oven
Time:   1-2 hours

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

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

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

New potatoes are oven-roasted with a variety of herbs, resulting in a crispy exterior and a fluffy interior.

Method:   oven
Time:   30-60 minutes

Baked potato slices are covered with barbecue sauce, Monterery Jack cheese, bacon, and green onions.

Method:   oven
Time:   30-60 minutes

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

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

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 Mozzarella cheese, marinara sauce, chicken broth, water, cornmeal, Parmesan cheese, salt, black pepper

Method:   oven, stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes

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

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

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

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

The polenta is cooked in a flavorful broth, then topped with sauteed mushrooms and onions. Serve this dish as a main course or as a side dish.

Method:   stovetop
Time:   30-60 minutes

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

Made with butter, milk, Spanish onion, all-purpose flour, kosher salt, cayenne pepper, blue cheese, Idaho potatoes

Method:   stovetop
Time:   30-60 minutes

Southerners know their stuff-ing! Some other southern traditions include adding fresh chopped sage, hard boiled eggs, or cooked giblets to the cornbread dressing.

Method:   stovetop, oven
Time:   30-60 minutes

Stuffing is a delicious and classic dish that is often served during holiday meals. There are many different ways to make stuffing, but this one uses cream soup as a base.

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

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

Microwave risotto? You bet! Get the creamy texture you love from risotto in this microwaveable recipe.

Method:   microwave
Time:   under 30 minutes

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

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

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

Method:   stovetop
Time:   30-60 minutes

This soft potato bread stuffing is the perfect side dish for your Thanksgiving feast or alongside any poultry or pork dish.

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes

Made with celery, carrot, dried apricots, sweet onion, Romano cheese, eggs, flour, dried wild mushrooms, heavy cream

Method:   stovetop
Time:   2-5 hours

Made with raisins, water, butter, white rice, cinnamon sticks, salt, ground turmeric

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes

Made with black pepper, kosher salt, potatoes, olive oil, garlic, rosemary

Method:   outdoor grill, stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes

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

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

Method:   stovetop, oven
Time:   30-60 minutes

A delicious layered casserole of creamy sour cream rice, three kinds of cheese, and chopped green chiles.

Method:   stovetop, oven
Time:   30-60 minutes

Made with garlic, water, white rice, salt, fresh cilantro, lime juice, olive oil

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes

Zucchini and yellow squash give this fried rice recipe an extra veggie kick. It also has Canadian bacon instead of the more commonly used ham in fried rice recipes.

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes

Looking for an easy rice side dish that doesn't come from a packaged mix? Check out this recipe. Great southwestern flavors with fresh jalapenos, avocados, salsa, and...

Method:   stovetop
Time:   30-60 minutes

Made with parmesan cheese, salt and pepper, shallots, olive oil, arborio rice, fish stock, butter, herbs, mussels, shrimp

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes