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Quick Sauteed Broccoli Rabe

In this verdant side dish, broccoli rabe (sometimes called rapini) is enhanced by a quick saute with garlic and oil. Adding the garlic toward the end keeps it from burning.

Author: Martha Stewart

Oven Roasted Tomatoes

Cooking canned tomatoes at high heat is an easy way to bring out their sweet flavor. The result: a versatile condiment, sauce, or spread.

Author: Martha Stewart

Green Beans with Hazelnuts and Parsley

The hazelnuts add both flavor and crunch to this classic side dish.

Author: Martha Stewart

Sweet Potato and Cauliflower Mash

No white potatoes here! Just sweet potatoes and cauliflower mashed until silky and amped up with milk, butter, and a touch of nutmeg and cayenne.

Author: Martha Stewart

Grilled Chocolate Sandwiches

This is decadent French-toast sandwich makes a sweet breakfast.

Author: Martha Stewart

Potatoes, Beans, and Peas in Cream

Any small round white or red potato, or any of the fingerling varieties, works well for this dish. If you use large potatoes, cut them into bite-size pieces.

Author: Martha Stewart

Pressure Cooker Black Beans

The Instant Pot or pressure cooker makes quick work of dried beans. The best part? No presoaking required. This recipe appears in our cookbook "Martha Stewart's Pressure Cooker" (Clarkson Potter). Use...

Author: Martha Stewart

Sour Cream Dressing

Use this recipe to dress our Roasted Chicken Salad.

Author: Martha Stewart

Steamed Asparagus with Warm Goat Cheese

There'r no more spring-like dish than fresh asparagus paired with warm goat cheese.

Author: Martha Stewart

Leeks with Mustard Vinaigrette

Tangy Dijon-mustard vinaigrette is the perfect complement to the mellow flavor of leeks.

Author: Martha Stewart

Cranberry Simple Syrup

Use this cranberry simple syrup to create cranberry cocktails to serve at any holiday gathering.

Author: Martha Stewart

Thai Cucumber Relish

Use this make-ahead sweet-and sour condiment to brighten our Massaman Curry.

Author: Martha Stewart

Spicy Hoisin Dipping Sauce

Jazz up a store-bought Chinese condiment with vinegar and chili sauce to create a tart and spicy sauce fit for dipping. (Try it with our Summer Rolls.)

Author: Martha Stewart

Wilted Spinach with Nutmeg

After rinsing the spinach, leave some water clinging to the leaves. This will help the spinach wilt evenly in the pan, without becoming too soft. Try serving with Pork Chops with Apples and Shallots.

Author: Martha Stewart

Brussels Sprouts with Toasted Walnuts

To separate brussels sprout leaves, cut the stem from each sprout and ease apart the layers.

Author: Martha Stewart

Steamed Broccoli

Lightly steamed broccoli retains more nutrients than boiled. Serve it with a simple vinaigrette for a quick, healthy side dish.

Author: Martha Stewart

Chile Coffee Rub

Ancho chile powder and coffee combine for a spectacularly flavorful rub ideal for steak, pork, or chicken.

Author: Martha Stewart

Roasted Root Vegetables with Sage and Garlic

Roasting carrots, rutabagas, turnips, and parsnips (here with fresh sage and garlic) highlights their richness and varying intensities of sweetness.

Author: Martha Stewart

Caramelized Fennel and Onions

Slowly caramelized fennel and onion make a simple pizza topper (try the on our Fontina, Fennel, and Onion Pizza) or a condiment on their own.

Author: Martha Stewart

Plum Simple Syrup

Whip up this syrup when plums are plentiful in the summer. Use the syrup to make Plum Margaritas, and the plum halves to top yogurt or ice cream.

Author: Martha Stewart

Simple Vegetable Curry

This warmly spiced dish is quick and satisfying. Who knew vibrant flavor could be such a cinch? Try adding cubed extra-firm tofu or chicken breast along with the vegetables if you like.

Author: Martha Stewart

Microwave Steamed Garlic Green Beans

This is a fast and flavorful healthy side dish for tonight's supper.

Author: Martha Stewart

Quick Roasted Brussels Sprouts

A cruciferous family member, Brussels sprouts have long been considered cancer-fighting superstars thanks in part to the presence of compounds called indoles.

Author: Martha Stewart

Herbed Spaetzle

These bite-size dumplings are called spaetzle and originated in Germany.

Author: Martha Stewart

Tarragon Yogurt Dip

This healthier sauce is the perfect accompaniment to dishes like steamed artichokes or as a crudite dip.

Author: Martha Stewart

Mint and Parsley Pesto

Parsley and mint work in tandem in this unexpected take on pesto to add brightness to any dish.

Author: Martha Stewart

Cauliflower "Mashed Potatoes"

Substitute this low-calorie, low-fat puree for mashed potatoes or use it as a building block for a variety of meals, such as Cauliflower Risotto.

Author: Martha Stewart

Sweet Mustard Sauce

Two kinds of mustard mixed with sugar make a sweet, tangy contrast to cool, salty gravlax.

Author: Martha Stewart

Pickled Vegetables

Simmer these vegetables in a vinegar solution for 10 minutes. Nibble these pickled vegetables before a meal or put them into a taco.

Author: Martha Stewart

Brussels Sprouts with Dill Butter

In this simple side dish for Thanksgiving, adding fresh dill, lemon and butter to brussels sprouts adds extra layers of delicious flavor.

Author: Martha Stewart

Lemony Braised Broccoli

Don't toss broccoli stalks! If you peel and thinly slice them, you can cook them the way you do florets.

Author: Martha Stewart

"Baked" Potatoes with Broccoli and Cheddar

Skip the oven -- this microwaved version of a steakhouse classic cuts down on your cook time for an easy, delicious, and deceptively light weeknight side.

Author: Martha Stewart

Classic Red Sauce

You only need five ingredients (not including salt!) to make our ultimate red sauce.

Author: Martha Stewart

Brussels Sprouts Vinaigrette

It's always helpful to add dishes to your Thanksgiving menu that don't need to be cooked in the oven; these brussels sprouts are savory and bright, which offsets the richness of other dishes.

Author: Martha Stewart

Peach, Tomato, and Ricotta Sandwich

Thanks to a slathering of delicate ricotta, this sandwich is able to balance both salty and sweet flavors.

Author: Martha Stewart

Sugar Snap Peas with Toasted Almonds

These crisp sugar snap peas offsetthe richness of our Seared Salmon with Creamy Leek Sauce.

Author: Martha Stewart

Yogurt Ranch Dipping Sauce

This quick and easy dip is a little lighter than the average ranch and needs just a handful of ingredients. Serve it with crudités and chips for a snack, or use it to dress up a platter of simple grilled...

Author: Lauryn Tyrell

Broccoli, Asparagus, and Snap Peas in Parchment

Cooking vegetables in parchment is a great way to highlight their flavor -- and so easy.

Author: Martha Stewart

Simple Steamed Thick Asparagus

Don't be tempted to undercook the asparagus; the stalks should be tender and bend slightly when held in the center.

Author: Martha Stewart

Healthy Classic Vinaigrette

Don't ruin your salad by drowning it in dressing, especially the fat-, sodium-, and preservative-laden versions found on most salad bars. For the healthiest option, pack your own.

Author: Martha Stewart

Caramelized Shallot Vinaigrette

This makes a rich sauce for our simple Grilled Asparagus.

Author: Martha Stewart

One pan fabulous fish

One-pan dishes like this are great, because they deliver a big flavour punch with minimal washing up. This five-ingredient wonder is all about beautifully fragrant, fluffy rice, perfectly steamed fish...

Author: Jamie Oliver

Turkey Sausage Sandwiches

Delicious, satisfying, and under 400 calories -- this dinner has it all.

Author: Martha Stewart

Skillet Potatoes with Greens

This easy side dish highlights the bounty of the farmer's market in summer.

Author: Martha Stewart

Spicy Sesame Eggplant

This Asian-themed side dish is great with fried rice with chicken, meat, or fish.

Author: Martha Stewart

Creamy Tomatillo Sauce

This sauce gets its creamy texture from buttermilk and avocado. You can even bring even more rich tanginess to the mix by swapping low-fat Greek yogurt for the buttermilk. Try it on our Turkey Kebabs.

Author: Martha Stewart

Soft, Cheesy Polenta

Using quick-cooking polenta is a convenient shortcut. This makes a great accompaniment to Pork Chops with Roasted Peppers.

Author: Martha Stewart

No Cook Pizza Sauce

Simplicity is king in this make-ahead, fresh-tasting pizza sauce. Just four ingredients go into the food processor: garlic, canned tomatoes, olive oil, and salt. Use this recipe in our Classic Margherita...

Author: Martha Stewart

Tarragon Tartar Sauce

Tartar sauce made at home stands far apart from the jarred kind. This herbed version is perfect for dunking fried shrimp -- and more.

Author: Martha Stewart