A nice surprise in this moussaka recipe is the touch of cinnamon, just enough to give it a fresh taste. This dish would serve nicely as a vegetarian entree.-Marjorie Palla, Moraga, California
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Our Test Kitchen's special Spanish Rice and tomatoes seasoned with green chilies and fresh cilantro make a colorful side dish to serve with tacos for an easy, streamlined supper your family is likely to...
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We love fried potatoes and experimented with several recipes until we came up with this grilled version. Using a disposable foil pan means easy cleanup.-Annette Frahmann, Shelton, Washington
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I taught my nieces to make these easy, cheesy oven-baked potatoes. When the whole family comes over, we triple the recipe-and have no leftovers. -Ann Brown, Niles, MI
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These wedges taste like baked potatoes but are faster to make because they cook in the microwave. The simple seasoning makes them crispy and golden.-Dorothy Umberger, Ceres, Virginia
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This quick side dish of green beans glazed with a sweet, garlicky soy sauce makes a fabulous partner for any takeout-at-home-type main course, including Kung Pao Chicken, Salt-and-Pepper Shrimp, and Fried...
Author: Susie Middleton
I love to try out different recipes for the squash I grow in my garden. It's fun to bring this beautiful casserole to potlucks because I know it'll go fast. Even the little ones like it. -Lucille Terry,...
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Leaving the tender skins on the spuds not only saves time, it sparks the taste and adds color to these hearty mashed potatoes. They're perfect with the pork roast and versatile enough to go well with other...
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One of the pleasant surprises about squash is that it's so low in calories. That means I can "splurge" a little with the other ingredients. Spaghetti squash is fun to work with and so "tender tasty"!
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Better pile these sweet and spicy orange fries high on the plate. Served with a thick dipping sauce, they create a craving for more.-Mary J. Jones, Williamstown, West Virginia
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"My husband and I love pasta and vegetables," relates Gail Cawsey of Geneseo, Illinois. "I created this dish several years ago. It serves as dinner for the two of us or as an impressive side dish when...
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I'm a freelance writer who sometimes needs a break from a long session of working on a story. That's when I escape to the kitchen to whip up something that's good to eat, yet easy to prepare. This is one...
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This easy and elegant treatment for vegetables complements a variety of main courses. "Whenever I make it, someone always asks for a recipe," Carole Boys writes from Wheaton, Illinois.
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I especially like this light, refreshing salad in summer when cherry tomatoes from the garden are in abundance.-Melissa Stevens, Elk River, Minnesota
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This unusual dressing has a surprising blend blend of bread and mashed potatoes so that it appeals to all people. Savory adds just the right amount of flavor without being overpowering.-Marlene Jatsura,...
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I love to fix new recipes for my husband, Robert, and our children. With garlic and cheese, this broccoli pasta is a tasty way to get kids to eat their veggies. -Judi Lacourse, Mesa, Arizona
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A simple-to-make marinade flavors a blend of vegetables in this recipe from our home economists.
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The Southern Living Test Kitchen has made a lot of mashed potato recipes during its 50 years, and we have to say that this is one of our best mashed potatoes yet. Our typical mashed potato recipes call...
Author: Lisa Cericola
Tender spiced air fryer carrots with crispy edges is a simple side dish perfect for any meal made in just 20 minutes.
Author: Gina Matsoukas
This recipe combines the comforting tastes of my home state with my love of using garden-fresh herbs in my cooking. From Thanksgiving turkey to grilled pork chops in summer, any entree is enhanced with...
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This foolproof winner is easy to prepare and makes a beautiful alternative to traditional sweet potatoes. To save time, make it ahead, allow it to cool and refrigerate it up to two days. Put the mashed...
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"I love these new, little garden potatoes," writes Christine Wall of Bartlett, Illinois. "This dish can easily be put in a foil pan and cooked on the grill. Your kitchen won't get hot, and clean up is...
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Wild rice is one of our state's prized foods. Paired with our garden specialty-fresh asparagus-this recipe can't miss!
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Standard green beans get a boost from onions and garlic. Their fresh flavor comes shining though. -Jane Walker, Dewey, Arizona
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During the many years I've made this creamy potato dish, I haven't run into anyone who didn't like it! The sauce is very flavorful and just the right consistency-not too thick or too thin. For a family...
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THIS is a dish I've tried a few times for my husband and me. Since we both love Brussel sprouts, I often experiment with different combinations to enhance the taste. We found leeks give the sprouts a special...
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Place 1 in. of water and carrots in a (large / small) skillet; bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 15-20 minutes or until crisp-tender.-Wendy Masters, Grand Valley, Ontario
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I absolutely love squash-and I've filled it with so many variations of savory stuffing over the years. But my favorite way to stuff it is with an unexpected fruit filling, like this sweet apple-blueberry...
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I make this tomato cobbler recipe during the height of summer, when tomatoes are abundant and super flavorful. The topping is a cross between that of a crisp and a cobbler. It's a delightful way to use...
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I love all Grecian flavors and tried adding them to a macaroni salad. Toss in whatever olives you can find; personally, I love kalamata olives. -Brigette Schroeder, Yorkville, Illinois
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Donna Nortman of Camillus, New York knew that this delectable side dish wasn't too healthy for her family, so she asked us to help. We delivered a side dish that is tops on taste and has less than half...
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Don't be fooled by the green color-this vegan potato salad is absolutely delicious! It's perfect for potlucks and for those with dietary restrictions. -Laura Wilhelm, West Hollywood, California
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This is a special side dish my mother liked to serve at church dinners. She was recognized by family and friends as an outstanding cook. It's a pleasure to share her recipe with you. -Nancy Frank, Ariel,...
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We think you'll feel good about serving this fabulous brunch dish, now that it's lower in saturated fat and cholesterol. -Cathy Tang, Redmond, Washington
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"In my family of six, it's hard to find a vegetable or salad that everyone will eat, but they all raved about this one," enthuses Susie Clayton of South St. Paul, Minnesota. "With garden-fresh basil, this...
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Dressing for a Crowd is a tried-and-true church-super recipe shared by Sue Norem of Ellsworth, Iowa.
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Whenever I serve my Corn Balls, it's just about certain someone will ask for the recipe-I've gotten more requests for it than any other I've ever tried. I usually make them when we have company as a nice...
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This recipe came about as an experiment. I wanted to make a squash casserole but didn't have crackers, so I substituted instant stuffing mix. My family loved it. It's a good side dish and also serves as...
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"I love trying new recipes, so my son-in-law suggested we grill sweet potatoes," relates Lillian Neer, Long Eddy, New York. "Served with steak, they're a great change of pace from traditional baked potatoes...and...
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This comforting and savory side is spiced with a pleasant combination of cinnamon, nutmeg and mace.-Eleanor Davis, Sun Lakes, Arizona
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People really do "eat with their eyes," and no one ever misses the fat and calories in this dish when they see how yummy and attractive the makeover version is. -Tamra Duncan, Lincoln, Arkansas
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I CAME UP with this recipe when looking for a different way to use leftover baked potatoes. I wanted to do something besides simply frying them or making potato salad, so I found a recipe and added some...
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DELICIOUS and yummy describes these onion rings. Not only does the batter coat well, but fries up light and crunchy, with a little kick from the secret ingredient, cayenne.
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I created this recipe one summer when I had an abundance of green peppers in my garden. This spicy recipe is a great companion for any meat dish. It's also delicious served over rice. When I take it to...
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"I serve this dish quite often," Nella says. "It tastes delicious with just about any meal, and it can easily be reheated in the microwave."
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My family can't get enough dressing around the holidays. With this recipe, I use up leftover mashed potatoes to create a tasty new dish. -Lauren Buckner, Greenville, South Carolina
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Delicious spiced roasted potatoes sit atop a bed of peppery arugula in this quick and easy warm salad recipe. A side dish that's full of bright flavours and complimentary textures.
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My husband first tried this recipe with plain potatoes. They were so yummy; we experimented with sweet potatoes. Dipped in Gorgonzola spread, they're irresistible. -Kristen Minello, Macomb, Michigan
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