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recipe for coconut rice curry

Coconut Rice Curry

Made with curry powder, rice, onion, water, salt, butter, coconut, salted peanuts

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes

recipe for vegetarian risotto with fresh broccoli florets

Vegetarian Risotto with Fresh Broccoli Florets

Use a good, rich vegetable stock in this recipe for the best results. Wilted spinach adds additional flavor and visual appeal.

Method:   stovetop
Time:   30-60 minutes

recipe for sausage and vegetable risotto

Sausage And Vegetable Risotto

Made with sweet Italian sausages, water, onion, butter, white wine, arborio rice, zucchini, kosher salt, fresh baby spinach, Parmigiano-Reggiano cheese

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


recipe for congee

Congee

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

recipe for very sage slow cooker stuffing

Very Sage Slow Cooker Stuffing

The two keys to this scrumptious recipe are using cornbread for moisture and fresh sage for maximum herby flavor.

Method:   stovetop, crock pot
Time:   over 5 hours

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recipe for traditional stuffing

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

recipe for baked bulgur with pecans

Baked Bulgur with Pecans

Made with pecans, water, bulgur wheat, dried basil, salt, black pepper

Method:   oven
Time:   under 30 minutes

recipe for brazilian-style black beans and rice

Brazilian-Style Black Beans and Rice

Made with oranges, raisins, salt, dried black beans, ham bone, water, mustard seed, dried oregano, garlic, bay leaves

Method:   stovetop
Time:   2-5 hours


recipe for hearty slow cooker hash brown potatoes with turkey or beef

Hearty Slow Cooker Hash Brown Potatoes With Turkey Or Beef

Made with frozen hash brown potatoes, ground turkey or beef, onion, cream-style corn, mushrooms, cream of chicken soup

Method:   crock pot, stovetop
Time:   over 5 hours

recipe for basic curried rice

Basic Curried Rice

Made with rice, egg yolk, butter, onion, green bell pepper, curry powder, turmeric, salt, black pepper, cayenne pepper

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes

recipe for slow cooker rustic garlic mashed potatoes

Slow Cooker Rustic Garlic Mashed Potatoes

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


recipe for oven baked spicy rice

Oven Baked Spicy Rice

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

Method:   oven
Time:   1-2 hours

recipe for cranberry rice pilaf

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

recipe for apple and sage stuffing

Apple and Sage Stuffing

If you thought stuffing was just a sidekick, think again. This apple and sage version is here to steal the spotlight at your next holiday or dinner gathering.

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes


recipe for curried rice mix

Curried Rice Mix

Made with long-grain rice, curry powder, chicken bouillon, raisins, dried minced onion


Time:   under 30 minutes

recipe for how to cook foolproof brown rice

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

recipe for best turkey dressing

Best Turkey Dressing

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


recipe for basmati pullao

Basmati Pullao

This basmati is toasted in oil, studded with juicy raisins and salty cashews, and spiced with cinnamon and cloves. You'll never look at rice the same way again, and you shouldn't.

Method:   stovetop
Time:   1-2 hours

recipe for slow cooker scalloped potato-tomato pot

Slow Cooker Scalloped Potato-Tomato Pot

Made with frozen shredded hash browns, green beans, onion, dried parsley, cream of celery soup, stewed tomatoes

Method:   crock pot
Time:   over 5 hours

recipe for easter egg twice baked stuffed potatoes

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


recipe for wild rice dressing

Wild Rice Dressing

Made with wild rice, water, breakfast sausage, cream of mushroom soup, butter, croutons, poultry seasoning, dry onion, celery, salt

Method:   stovetop, oven
Time:   1-2 hours

recipe for john's rosemary sweet potatoes

John's Rosemary Sweet Potatoes

Sweet potatoes are roasted with rosemary, onion, garlic, olive oil, and a generous amount of sea salt and coarse ground black pepper.

Method:   microwave, oven
Time:   under 30 minutes

recipe for copycat chipotle veggie rice bowl

Copycat Chipotle Veggie Rice Bowl

Wipe that takeout menu off the table because this Chipotle copycat veggie rice bowl is about to become your new favorite at-home dish. With fresh ingredients and bold...

Method:   microwave, stovetop
Time:   1-2 hours


recipe for apple baked sweet potatoes

Apple Baked Sweet Potatoes

Made with butter, brown sugar, sweet potato, tart apple, apple cider

Method:   oven
Time:   1-2 hours

recipe for polenta with wild mushrooms

Polenta With Wild Mushrooms

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

recipe for slow cooker sweet potato stuffing

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


recipe for applebee's bacon scallion mashed potatoes

Applebee's Bacon Scallion Mashed Potatoes

Made with black pepper, salt, sour cream, potatoes, garlic, bacon, scallions, milk

Method:   stovetop
Time:   30-60 minutes

recipe for grillled garlic rosemary potatoes

Grillled Garlic Rosemary Potatoes

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

Method:   outdoor grill, stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes

recipe for apple pecan stuffing

Apple Pecan Stuffing

Want to balance out rich dishes with something a bit fruity? This apple pecan stuffing brings the perfect contrast with its savory herbs and sweet apples.

Method:   stovetop
Time:   30-60 minutes


recipe for meringue and streusel topped sweet potatoes

Meringue And Streusel Topped Sweet Potatoes

Made with maple syrup, salt, vanilla extract, ground cinnamon, maple flavoring, eggs, non-stick cooking spray, pecans, brown sugar

Method:   oven, stovetop
Time:   1-2 hours

recipe for brown rice and cranberry stuffing

Brown Rice And Cranberry Stuffing

A truly delicious and different stuffing recipe made with brown rice, dried cranberries, fennel, celery, carrots, onion, and thyme.

Method:   oven, stovetop
Time:   1-2 hours

recipe for risotto with homemade turkey broth and porcini mushrooms

Risotto with Homemade Turkey Broth and Porcini Mushrooms

Do yourself a favor, take that Thanksgiving carcass and make a broth. Then do yourself another favor, use that broth to make this rich risotto...

Method:   stovetop
Time:   1-2 hours


recipe for pinto beans and potatoes

Pinto Beans And Potatoes

Made with paprika, cumin, parsley, water, potatoes, chicken broth, onion, garlic, jalapeno pepper, pinto beans

Method:   stovetop
Time:   30-60 minutes

recipe for copycat buca di beppo garlic mashed potatoes

Copycat Buca Di Beppo Garlic Mashed Potatoes

Made with butter, potatoes, garlic, dried oregano, salt, Romano cheese

Method:   stovetop
Time:   30-60 minutes

recipe for copycat arnaud's pommes souffle

Copycat Arnaud's Pommes Souffle

Made with potatoes, vegetable oil

Method:   stovetop
Time:  


recipe for missy potatoes

Missy Potatoes

Made with Tabasco sauce, cracker crumbs, black pepper, frozen hash brown potatoes, sour cream, cream of celery soup, sharp Cheddar cheese, butter or margarine, salt

Method:   oven
Time:   30-60 minutes

recipe for creamy slow cooker scalloped potatoes

Creamy Slow Cooker Scalloped Potatoes

Made with American cheese, cream of mushroom soup, potatoes, onion, flour, salt, black pepper, butter

Method:   crock pot
Time:   over 5 hours

recipe for zesty steamed carrots and red potatoes

Zesty Steamed Carrots And Red Potatoes

Made with salt and pepper, Dijon mustard, parsley, red potatoes, carrots, green onion, margarine

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes


recipe for pork fried rice with water chestnuts and bean sprouts

Pork Fried Rice With Water Chestnuts And Bean Sprouts

Made with bean sprouts, eggs, green onion, garlic, rice, water chestnuts, pork, soy sauce, black pepper

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes

recipe for risotto with chicken, lemon grass and coconut milk

Risotto With Chicken, Lemon Grass And Coconut Milk

Made with garlic, scallions, lemongrass, salt, onion, arborio rice, red pepper flakes, chicken broth, coconut milk, fish sauce

Method:   stovetop
Time:   30-60 minutes

recipe for rice krispy potatoes

Rice Krispy Potatoes

Made with cheddar cheese, sour cream, butter, puffed rice cereal, seasoned salt, salt, butter or margarine, cream of chicken soup, onion

Method:   oven
Time:   1-2 hours


recipe for cajun ham hock, red beans and rice

Cajun Ham Hock, Red Beans and Rice

Made with garlic, andouille sausage, bay leaves, black pepper, dried thyme, cayenne pepper, salt, ham hock, red beans, chicken stock

Method:   stovetop
Time:   2-5 hours

recipe for bayou dirty rice

Bayou Dirty Rice

Made with celery, green bell pepper, red bell pepper, garlic, cayenne pepper, salt, black pepper, cumin, ground oregano, rice

Method:   stovetop
Time:   30-60 minutes

recipe for marie caratelli's steamed cabbage and potatoes

Marie Caratelli's Steamed Cabbage and Potatoes

Made with celery seeds, green cabbage, potatoes, olive oil, onions, salt and freshly ground black pepper, vegetarian or chicken broth

Method:   stovetop
Time:   30-60 minutes


recipe for hot dog and potato casserole

Hot Dog and Potato Casserole

Made with black pepper and spices, potatoes, hot dogs, velveeta cheese, milk, mushroom soup, onion

Method:   stovetop, oven
Time:   1-2 hours

recipe for classic mexican rice

Classic Mexican Rice

Made with monterey jack cheese, long grain rice, oil, onion, garlic, salt, chili powder, tomato sauce, water or canned chicken broth

Method:   stovetop, microwave
Time:   30-60 minutes

recipe for acapulco's mexican rice

Acapulco's Mexican Rice

Made with salt, onion, long grain rice, ground cumin, lard or chicken fat, chicken broth, tomato juice, diced tomatoes, parsley, garlic

Method:   stovetop, oven
Time:   30-60 minutes


recipe for scalloped potatoes with ham for a crowd

Scalloped Potatoes With Ham For A Crowd

Made with canned ham, milk, potatoes, cream of mushroom soup, cream of chicken soup, sour cream, onions

Method:   oven, stovetop
Time:   2-5 hours

recipe for dutch lettuce

Dutch Lettuce

Made with hard cooked eggs, lettuce, mashed potatoes, bacon, vinegar

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes

recipe for savory red cabbage and red potatoes

Savory Red Cabbage And Red Potatoes

Made with water, black pepper, salt, red cabbage, prepared horseradish, red potatoes, butter, green onions

Method:   stovetop
Time:   30-60 minutes





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