Made with onion, garlic, bulgur, chicken or beef broth, tomatoes, paprika, tarragon, salt, black pepper, celery
Method: stovetop
Time: 1-2 hours
Starches
We've collected some of our favorite starchy side dish recipes here for you to help complete your meal.
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Spanish Bulgur
Garlic Dill Rice
A little dill, garlic, and onion powder can really dress up some plain white rice.
Method: stovetop
Time: 30-60 minutes
Traditional Irish Champ
Made with salt and freshly ground black pepper, baking potatoes, milk, butter, green onions
Method: stovetop
Time: 30-60 minutes
Cilantro Lime Rice
Made with garlic, water, white rice, salt, fresh cilantro, lime juice, olive oil
Method: stovetop
Time: under 30 minutes
Greek Hondros - Bulgur With Onion, Tomatoes And Cheese
Made with red onion, aleppo pepper, water or stock, red pepper flakes, tomatoes, salt and freshly ground black pepper, feta cheese, sugar, fresh...
Method: stovetop
Time: under 30 minutes
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Creamy Hash Brown Bake
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
Sourdough Stuffing With Sage, Thyme, And Marjoram
Turkey may be the star of the Thanksgiving spread but a good herb-packed stuffing is a huge part of the supporting cast, and this sage and sourdough...
Method: stovetop, oven
Time: 1-2 hours
Creole Grits And Cheese Casserole
Baking this cheesy casserole gives you that beautiful crust on top and the creamy grits underneath while a little creole seasoning spices it up.
Method: oven
Time: 30-60 minutes
Soft Potato Bread Stuffing
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
Irish Potato Stew
Made with water, salt and pepper, potatoes, onion, carrots, bacon grease, flour
Method: stovetop
Time: 1-2 hours
Apple And Onion Dressing
Say goodbye to boxed stuffing and hello to a delightful combination of apples, onions, and a medley of fresh ingredients. This apple and onion dressing is not just a side, it...
Method: stovetop, oven
Time: 30-60 minutes
Slow Cooker Ham And Potato Hash
Frozen hash browns, cooked ham, and a creamy mustard sauce come together in this simple slow cooker recipe. Enjoy as a filling brunch or dinner option.
Method: crock pot
Time: over 5 hours
Geelrys (South African Yellow Rice)
Made with raisins, water, butter, white rice, cinnamon sticks, salt, ground turmeric
Method: stovetop
Time: under 30 minutes
Vegetarian Feijoada
Made with onion, garlic, cumin, dried oregano, green bell pepper, red bell pepper, jalapeno pepper, celery, black beans, crushed tomatoes
Method: stovetop
Time: 30-60 minutes
Glazed Rice Pilaf With Chive Sour Cream Sauce
Rice is cooked in chicken broth then mixed with a garlic, chive, and sour cream sauce and baked in the oven. Bread crumbs sprinkled on top give it added...
Method: stovetop, oven
Time: under 30 minutes
Herbed Thanksgiving Slow Cooker Stuffing
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
Big Easy Slow Cooker Red Beans and Rice
This New Orleans style red beans and rice recipe is made easy in the crock pot. The beans are cooked with a ham bone for extra flavor. Then smoked sausage is...
Method: crock pot
Time: over 5 hours
Green Mashed Potatoes
Made with milk, cheddar cheese, potatoes, sour cream, sugar, butter, salt, black pepper, chives, frozen chopped spinach
Method: oven, stovetop
Time: 1-2 hours
BBQ Potatoes
Made with onion, red potatoes, Barbecue Seasoning, vegetable oil
Method: outdoor grill
Time: 30-60 minutes
Barbecued Potatoes
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
Baked Turnip And Potato Puree
Made with eggs, white pepper, salt, turnips, potatoes, butter, sugar
Method: oven
Time: 30-60 minutes
Pan-Asian Fried Rice
Made with carrots, shiitake mushrooms, salt, celery, green cabbage, garam masala, stir-fry sauce, bamboo shoots, water chestnuts, chili paste
Method: stovetop
Time: 30-60 minutes
Quinoa With Corn And Basil
Corn, roasted red peppers, and basil give the quinoa a wonderful flavor. It works on its own, on top of some spinach as a light lunch, or as the base for a sliced chicken...
Method: stovetop
Time: under 30 minutes
Southern Cornbread Dressing
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
Cranberry Sausage Stuffing
This is a festive holiday stuffing with the addition of fresh cranberries.
Method: stovetop, oven
Time: 30-60 minutes
Layered Cheesy Rice And Green Chile Casserole
A delicious layered casserole of creamy sour cream rice, three kinds of cheese, and chopped green chiles.
Method: stovetop, oven
Time: 30-60 minutes
South African Sweet Potatoes
Who says comfort food can't be a little exotic? These South African sweet potatoes are here to bring some warmth and sweetness to your dinner table.
Method: stovetop
Time: 2-5 hours
Creamy Slow Cooker Stuffing
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
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
Basic Risotto With Shrimp
Made with heavy cream, Parmesan cheese, butter, chicken stock, olive oil, onion, arborio rice, white wine, saffron, shrimp
Method: stovetop
Time: under 30 minutes
African Squash And Yams Futari for Kwanzaa
Made with ground cloves, yams or sweet potatoes, ground cinnamon, onion, oil, coconut milk, hubbard squash, salt
Method: stovetop
Time: under 30 minutes
Oven Roasted New Potatoes with Rosemary
Roasted potatoes with just the simple stuff are simply the best.
Method: oven
Time: under 30 minutes
Mama Losasso's Hot Italian Sausage Stuffing
Mama knows her stuffing! This hearty Italian sausage stuffing can be served with poultry or pork or as a general side dish.
Method: oven, stovetop
Time: 30-60 minutes
Instant Pot Cajun Red Beans And Rice
True Cajuns may balk at using a pressure cooker for this classic red beans and rice recipe, but it cuts the cook time and yields authentic-tasting results.
Method: pressure cooker, stovetop
Time: 2-5 hours
Minted Bulgur Pilaf
Made with onion, garlic, ground cinnamon, ground ginger, ground cardamom, ground cloves, butter or margarine, consomme, lemon juice, carrots
Method: stovetop
Time: 30-60 minutes
Slowcooked Mashed Potatoes
The crockpot comes to the rescue, along with an electric mixer to whip up creamy, buttery potatoes in a snap.
Method: crock pot
Time: 2-5 hours
Basic Brown Rice Under Pressure
Rice in the pressure cooker is simple and turns out fantastic! Not mushy or sticky, just perfectly cooked grains of rice.
Method: pressure cooker
Time: 30-60 minutes
Polish Kutia
Made with almond extract, honey, cracked wheat grains, water, poppy seeds, hazelnuts, walnuts, golden raisins
Method: stovetop
Time: 2-5 hours
Wild Rice Cakes with Lager Cream Sauce
Made with celery, carrot, dried apricots, sweet onion, Romano cheese, eggs, flour, dried wild mushrooms, heavy cream
Method: stovetop
Time: 2-5 hours
Celery And Sage Bread Stuffing
This savory stuffing combines the earthy flavors of celery and sage with soft bread cubes. Whether you prefer it slightly crispy on top or tender throughout, this dish...
Method: stovetop, oven
Time: 30-60 minutes
Fried Brown Rice With Shiitake Mushrooms
If you are looking for a gourmet fried rice recipe, this is it. It uses fresh shiitake mushrooms and cooked brown rice but is garnished with strips of nori...
Method: stovetop
Time: under 30 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
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
Potato And Carrot Latkes
Whether you like to top them with sour cream, applesauce, or even turn them into a sandwich with corned beef, fried latkes are absolutely classic.
Method: stovetop
Time: under 30 minutes
Simple Cilantro Lime Rice
Made with rice, lime zest, lime juice, fresh cilantro
Time: under 30 minutes
Pumpkin And Soybean Risotto
This is a very rich and creamy risotto that's packed with nutrition.
Method: stovetop
Time: 30-60 minutes
Curried Pineapple Rice
This recipe features a blend of fragrant curry and juicy pineapple mixed with long-grain rice. Perfect for adding a hint of tropical flavor to any lunch or dinner.
Method: stovetop
Time: under 30 minutes
Bread And Butter Stuffing With Fresh Sage
Truly a stuffing that pulls all the stops. Fresh sage is an absolute must, of course, but the sweet apples and raisins in this spectacular stuffing help...
Method: stovetop, oven
Time: over 5 hours
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
White Castle Turkey Stuffing
White Castle isn't just for late night burger cravings! Chopped up burgers actually make a great stuffing for your Thanksgiving turkey (or weeknight chicken).
Time: under 30 minutes
Love buffalo wings? Get that same hot, zippy flavor in everything from deviled eggs to enchiladas. And of course: wings.
Ah, the unassuming envelope of onion soup mix. It's more than just for onion soup (or dip). It adds tremendous flavor (and convenience) in all these recipes.
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.