Vegetables: Artichokes to Corn

You might be used to sweet and sour chicken or pork, but how about cabbage? It makes a killer side dish, deeply flavored from sesame and chili oil.

Method:   stovetop
Time:   2-5 hours

Tender lima beans are slow cooked and served in a sweet and tangy sauce. Makes a great side dish for burgers, grilled ribs or brisket, or fried chicken.

Method:   crock pot, stovetop
Time:   over 5 hours

Made with corn, cornmeal, all-purpose flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt, egg, milk, sour cream, honey

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes

When you need to cook for hundreds of people there's no time to mess around, and these baked beans with brown sugar, bacon and onions certainly don't!

Method:   convection oven, oven
Time:   1-2 hours

You might think that Cracker Barrel has some crazy secret ingredient that makes their carrot side dish so delicious. It is a secret ingredient but...

Method:   stovetop
Time:   30-60 minutes

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Did you know that black-eyed peas aren't peas at all? They are delicious, though - especially when spiced well and slow cooked on the stovetop with bacon, onion, and olive oil....

Method:   stovetop
Time:   over 5 hours

This sweet corn cake, made with butter, corn kernels, and whipped cream, is a delicious take on a classic recipe that delivers a hint of sweetness and corn flavor.

Method:   oven
Time:   1-2 hours

See how easy it is to cook cabbage in the crock pot with this simple recipe.

Method:   crock pot
Time:   over 5 hours

A crispy batter on the outside and tender veggie inside. Cauliflower makes an easy vegetable tempura.

Method:   deep fryer
Time:   under 30 minutes

If you're looking to add a pop of color to a meal, you can't do much better than purple cabbage. This recipe manages to bring the sweet and sour flavor along with the...

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes

Black-eyed peas are a staple of Southern cuisine. They're traditionally eaten with rice on New Year's Day for luck, and can be added to many dishes throughout the...

Method:   stovetop
Time:   over 5 hours

This recipe for brie and Brussels sprouts is a delicious way to enjoy these two simple ingredients. The Brussels sprouts are steamed until tender, then coated in a creamy brie...

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes

Carrots are packed with nutrients, including fiber, Vitamin A, and potassium. Cinnamon, butter, and sugar dress these up so you forget you are eating veggies.

Method:   oven
Time:   1-2 hours

Haluski is made with just four ingredients and is great with sour cream or cottage cheese and makes a perfect compliment to sausage or kielbasa.

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes

Cajun baked beans, with their smoky, spicy flavor, are sure to be a hit at your next cookout.

Method:   stovetop, oven
Time:   1-2 hours

A Mediterranean alternative to beef stuffed cabbage rolls. Simmer the vegetarian stuffed leaves in tomato sauce with basil and cinnamon and you're ready to...

Method:   stovetop, oven
Time:   1-2 hours

Sweet and creamy baked corn goodness mixed with Jiffy cornbread, perfect for any family dinner. Ready in just an hour, this dish is pure comfort.

Method:   oven
Time:   30-60 minutes

Ginger glazed carrots are a delicious and easy way to add some extra flavor to your side dish. This dish is perfect for a weeknight dinner or holiday meal.

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes

Cooking Brussels sprouts so they're tender but still firm is half the battle; the other half is adding in some perky flavors like this fresh dill and...

Method:   stovetop
Time:   over 5 hours

Blanched cabbage and grated carrots dressed in a tangy blend of brown sugar and vinegar make a delightful complement to savory pupusa pancakes.

Method:   stovetop
Time:   2-5 hours

Stewed with onions, tomatoes, and spices, these pinto beans make a stellar Southwest side dish.

Method:   stovetop
Time:   over 5 hours

These are some seriously next-level baked beans! Bacon, apple pie filling, and leftover BBQ turn a side dish into the main event.

Method:   stovetop, oven
Time:   1-2 hours

These beans are made extra hearty with the addition of ground beef and the homemade barbecue sauce has just the right balance of flavors.

Method:   stovetop, oven
Time:   1-2 hours

Made with fresh parsley, white pepper, dry mustard, cauliflower, water, margarine, all-purpose flour, skim milk, process cheese

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes

Fresh cauliflower is baked topped with a cheddar cheese sauce making a side dish that goes with almost anything.

Method:   oven
Time:   30-60 minutes

Bacon, brown sugar, and molasses give the thick, pressure cooked navy bean mixture a great balance of sweet and savory.

Method:   pressure cooker
Time:   over 5 hours

Placing the corn on a rack in the roaster oven over the water steams the corn instead of boiling it making it more tender and flavorful.

Method:   roaster oven
Time:   30-60 minutes

Roasted cauliflower is an underrated delight, and there's hardly a better way to spice it than with Indian garam masala.

Method:   oven
Time:   30-60 minutes

Made with dried parsley, black pepper, salt, olive oil, onion, garlic, butter beans, tomatoes

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

If you think corn is destined to be boring and uninspired, think again. This thick, creamy, and slightly sweetened Southern-style corn proves that a side dish can be a...

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes

This dish layers chopped cauliflower with sour cream and cheese, creating an easy casserole that can serve as a low-carb side or main course, especially with added...

Method:   oven
Time:   30-60 minutes

Who knew bean sprouts could pull off such a sophisticated look? Dress them up with some cheese and breadcrumbs, and you'll have a delicious side dish that's happy to steal the...


Time:   under 30 minutes

Baked beans are always a crowd pleaser and this classic style recipe is perfect for serving a large group.

Method:   oven
Time:   over 5 hours

Why stop at three or four beans? Five bean casserole is the way to go. With bacon, sausage, and onion, this sweet and smoky slow-cooked bean bonanza is sure to satisfy.

Method:   crock pot
Time:   2-5 hours

Simple but delicious! Carrots are glazed with brown sugar, butter, and orange peel.

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes

A protein-packed casserole that toes the line between side dish and main course. Three types of beans, ground beef, and bacon put lesser baked bean recipes to shame.

Method:   oven
Time:   30-60 minutes

Cauliflower has become the substitute for a lot of starches like potatoes or rice. This recipe uses cauliflower like you would in fried potato cakes.

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes

Made with butter, carrots, sugar, cornstarch, apple cider vinegar, water, yellow food coloring


Time:   under 30 minutes

All you really need is cabbage, salt, and a bit of patience for some homemade sauerkraut. Great in a variety of German-style dishes.

Method:   stovetop
Time:   over 5 hours

Get ready to step up your cooking game with a classic staple: black-eyed peas. This dish marries the earthy flavors of dried peas with the smokiness of ham for New Year's...

Method:   crock pot
Time:   over 5 hours

A classic Korean side dish that can be served hot or cold. Perfectly cooked, tender-crisp sprouts are mixed with salty, savory seasonings for an unforgettable flavor experience.

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes

These butter and honey glazed carrots are simple enough that you'll always have the ingredients on hand. Might just be a tasty way to save dinner one day.

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes

Made with butter, oil, flour, Parmesan cheese, dried mixed herbs, cauliflower

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes

These Texas-style baked beans have triple the meaty flavor by slow cooking bacon, ham, and smoked pork in a rich tomato-ey sauce.

Method:   stovetop, crock pot
Time:   over 5 hours

A delicious and healthy three-ingredient side dish. Can't beat that!

Method:   oven
Time:   30-60 minutes

Don't tell the people stirring their pots for hours on end, but you can throw together a shockingly good side of baked beans with a few minutes and a microwave.

Method:   microwave
Time:   under 30 minutes

Broccoli lima bean casserole combines thawed frozen broccoli and lima beans with creamy mushroom soup and sour cream. A comforting, hearty dish, perfect for a weeknight...

Method:   oven
Time:   30-60 minutes

Artichoke bottoms make the perfect base for these savory spinach appetizers.

Method:   oven
Time:   over 5 hours

Made with soda, brown beans, cornmeal, flour

Method:   stovetop
Time:   1-2 hours

This recipe is for a simple and healthy side dish of carrots and green beans. The vegetables are cooked until crisp-tender, then coated in a buttery sauce.

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes