This colorful casserole is a standout from my mother's collection of family recipes. Excellent texture and taste guarantee it won't play second fiddle to either the turkey or the pumpkin pie! -Charlene...
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Light and fluffy, this blend of rice and quinoa has a fun texture, and carrots, onion and broccoli give it pops of flavor. -Jill Heatwole, Pittsville, Maryland
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Rice dressing is a tasty twist to a traditional Thanksgiving dinner. Cranberry sauce adds festive color and a touch of sweetness.
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EVEN THOSE who aren't fond of spinach will find this dish very tasty, because the spinach flavor is mellowed by the cheese and eggs. Those who enjoy spinach (like me) love this dish. I discovered this...
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Need a last-minute side dish to round out your meal? This quick and cheesy recipe from Brenda Biron in Sydney, Nova Scotia can be table-ready in minutes! It's also yummy with broccoli instead of cauliflower,...
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To me, cooking is an art, and I love trying new recipes. For this one, I dressed up baked butternut squash, sweet potatoes and apples with citrus and spices. -Ruth Cowley, Pipe Creek, Texas
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Tired of the same old marshmallows on your sweet potatoes? Set this rich, tasty side dish beside the turkey this year and introduce your family to a new favorite. -Amanda Dalvine, Orange Park, Florida
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Because cheese and sage go so well with apples, I decided to put them all in scones. These mini treats make a fall weekend brunch, tailgate or party even more fun. -Sue Gronholz, Beaver Dam, Wisconsin
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Being from the South, I've always enjoyed sweet potatoes as standard fare. I'm always looking for new ways to prepare sweet potatoes, and this recipe is my favorite. The topping provides a crunchy delightful...
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"While cleaning the freezer one day, I uncovered extra filling I had used in an appetizer. I decided to add it to the mashed potatoes for dinner...and it became an immediate favorite," relates Laurie Balcom...
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HERE'S an easy, tasty dish my family has always liked. Whenever we attend a potluck supper, I take this macaroni casserole...and come home with an empty dish and many requests for the recipe. -Jeannine...
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This is how my mom always made green beans. She got the recipe from a neighbor when we lived in Turkey. Make a double batch as they make an excellent healthy snack straight from the fridge. Add a thinly...
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I always make a double batch of this stuffing because it seems to disappear faster than the turkey. The recipe has been in my husband's family for more than 40 years.
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If mashed potatoes are a must at your family Thanksgiving, then why not go all out with the works? I love garlic, onions and bacon, and this dish has all three! -Kathy Harding, Richmond, Missouri
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You don't often think of casseroles to serve in summertime, but this one is scrumptious with fresh-from-the-garden tomatoes.-Elaine Seip, Medicine Hat, Alberta
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If you must be stingy with salt, you're sure to appreciate this flavor-rich bean dish. "These beans are well-received by folks who love hot and spicy foods and those with a more conservative palate, too,"...
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I think broccoli was made to be cooked in an air fryer. It gets tender and still has a nice crunch. And it only gets better with a touch of lemon! -Liz Bellville, Tonasket, Washington
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This warm dish of lightly sauteed tomatoes and a tangy sauce is very tasty and quick to make. I occasionally use both red and green tomatoes to add even more color.
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For as long as I can remember, Mom made a salad of tomatoes and cucumbers. Now I make it whenever beautiful tomatoes are in reach. -Shannon Arthur, Upper Arlington, Ohio
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Adding colorful vegetables to rice is a simple way to dress it up. This is a versatile side dish for many entrees. -Cheryl Ivers, Orangeburg, South Carolina
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I really don't know how long I've had this recipe, but it is a great favorite in our family. I've shared it with many friends, too.-Lucy Parks, Birmingham, Alabama
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This salad is my standard-I always make sure I have the ingredients on hand so I can whip up this easy salad anytime. -Trisha Kruse, Eagle, Idaho
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This saucy dish is flavorful and filling, chock-full of ground beef, bacon and four varieties of beans. I've had the recipe for years, and I make it often for big appetites at home and for potlucks at...
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This recipe takes advantage of cooked rice and convenient canned soup. And unlike most side dishes, there are not a lot of vegetable to cut up.-Sondra Ostheimer, Boscobel, Wisconsin
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I know what you're thinking-but even the kids will eat these slightly sweet and nutty Brussels sprouts like candy. My family always turned their noses up at Brussels sprouts until they tried these, and...
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This is a casserole version of my favorite winter soup, French onion. It always receives raves at potlucks and family gatherings.
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Every year my father and I plant a garden together. After an especially great growing season, we had plenty of produce to eat! We like to use fresh herbs from our garden but dry is just as tasty in this...
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My family is Italian, and this is one of our old faves with plenty of garlic, mushrooms and herbs. To help the sauce adhere, don't rinse the pasta in water after you drain it. -Pamela Vittori, Chicago...
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This casserole is very versatile! It can be served hot today and cold tomorrow, as a main dish for meatless meals or as a side dish for a dinner party. Any way you serve it, it's scrumptious!
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Versatile, simple and filled with savory fall flavors, this delicious side dish pairs well with chicken, beef and a variety of entrees. Juicy apples and plump raisins keep it moist and mouthwatering! —...
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I was introduced to basil when I married into an Italian family. I loved the aromatic fragrance and flavor of the herb. I think it adds a unique flavor to this tasty slaw that's a cool side to grilled...
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Brown sugar and vinegar give veggies a sweet-tart glaze in this rustic side dish. Plus, it takes only 15 minutes to get in the oven. -Marion Brown, Elgin, Illinois
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I followed the lead of cooks of Old West cattle ranges to come up with these savory beans. Sweet and smoky, they're made extra hearty by the addition of sausage. -Nancy Moore, Bucklin, Kansas
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"I've been making this comforting noodle and vegetable side dish for more than 10 years. It travels well and is always popular," notes Ellie Marsh of Lewistown, Pennsylvania.
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These terrific-tasting three-ingredient potatoes go with all kinds of summer entrees and just couldn't be much easier! Merle Dyck - Elkford, BC
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Once a week I create a new recipe for my blog, An Officer and a Vegan. I first made this risotto when I needed something cheerful and comforting. It would be fantastic with asparagus, zucchini or summer...
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A teacher friend, who knew I liked to try different dishes, shared this recipe with me. Guests always rave about the unique flavor of this casserole.
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My mom shared this recipe with me back in the '80s, and now it's a Turkey Day mainstay. We freeze locally grown corn during peak season, and I love to use it in this special side. -Wendy Young, Cordova,...
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You don't need salt to add a pinch of pizazz to summer squash. Shirley Antaya of Rab, Alabama shows you how to turn the garden favorite into a savory side with dill, onion, pepper and butter.
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To make it easier to bring this traditional southern staple to a potluck or gathering, I updated it so that it can be cooked in a slow cooker. It's hard to go wrong with candied sweet potatoes when it...
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This casserole is quick and simple. It tastes great with tortilla chips.-Linda Emery, Bearden, Arkansas
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For those who ignore Popeye and won't eat their spinach, I find that spinach with garlicky butter and Parmesan helps change their minds. -Judy Batson, Tampa, Florida
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One year my flight got canceled as I was traveling home. I finally arrived at 1 a.m. the morning of our holiday get-together. I was so tired when I woke up to prepare this dish, but it felt so good when...
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Garlic, tomatoes and olive oil are wonderful ingredients often found in Southern French cooking. In this dish, they complement the green beans perfectly. Paula Wharton - El Paso, Texas
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Salty pretzels pair nicely with the sweet fruit in this refreshing layered salad. It's a family favorite that is a slam-dunk at potlucks. -Peggy Boyd, Northport, Alabama
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This side dish may be simple, but it always gets a terrific reaction, even from folks who typically don't care for onion.-Stanley Pichon, Slidell, Louisiana
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The miso paste in this super simple and healthy canned vegetable recipe gives depth and a hint of savoriness. To brighten the flavor profile even more, you could add a splash of your favorite white wine....
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I like to think of this recipe as a labor of love. The risotto takes a bit of extra attention, but once you reach that requisite creaminess, your taste buds will let you know it was worth the effort. -Stephanie...
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This side dish was always a staple at my grandmother's delicious dinners when I was a child. It has continued to be a favorite for my entire family.
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