Put your garden-fresh summertime veggies to good use in a colorful side dish that gets a little heat from Cajun seasoning. It pairs well with any entree, and it's quick and easy to prepare. -Nancy Dentler,...
Author: Taste of Home
"If you love onion rings but not the fat from deep-frying them, try baking them," suggests Marilyn Lee of Richmond, Missouri. The crisp rings round out lunch...or make a scrumptious snack.
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Light cream cheese, garlic and butter make these potatoes irresistible. Replace the basil with parsley if you'd like. -Ruth Andrewson of Peck, Idaho
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All of my family loves vegetables, and in the summer when squash is plentiful, I serve this dish frequently. It is truly my husband's favorite and can serve as a complete dinner for him.
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Pass on the high-calorie french fries and opt for the tasty potato wedges our Test Kitchen home economists cooked up instead! Baked until crispy, the potatoes are zesty and satisfying.
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This authentic pasta recipe is very yummy, very healthy and on top of it very easy to make! Enjoy the rich Italian flavor of garlic, basil and more.
Author: Marianna
SINCE all our children are grown, I like to make simple dishes for my husband and me. I usually have cheese, carrots and rice on hand, so this is a very handy side dish to whip up at any time. The cashews...
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Tasty, inexpensive, and versatile, these rice side dishes are the perfect way to use up your pantry staples. From lemon to garlic parmesan to mushroom risotto, these sides are sure to please.
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My husband only likes this kind of corn, so I make this about once a week. Plus, it's so easy that anyone can make this in a jiffy! -Sarah Cope, Dundee, New York
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Celebrate the harvest seasons with this striking combination of crisp colorful vegetables. Seasoned with dill, butter, salt and pepper, it's an easy but impressive addition to any meal. -Marlene Muckenhirn,...
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This quick and flavorful bread salad always gets rave reviews from my friends and family. This panzanella-style dish is a timesaver during the holidays, as it can be made ahead. Just keep the bread cubes...
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When making this casserole, I use tart apples to offset the sweetness of the maple syrup and brown sugar. Serve it as a side dish or even a dessert.
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Roasting cauliflower transforms it into a delectable snack. Your family will eat it up just like it's popcorn. -Taste of Home Test Kitchen
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Two favorites go together in this hearty dish: BLTs and twice-baked potatoes. I like to serve these potatoes with grilled steaks or barbecued chicken. -Mary Shenk, DeKalb, Illinois
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Better than french fries, these tasty potatoes have just the right touch of garlic and Parmesan cheese. This is the only way my daughter will eat sweet potatoes, and she loves 'em!. -Marie Nicolau Schumacher,...
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This is my very favorite rice recipe. I've served it many times and it's always received rave reviews. I hope you will enjoy it as much as I do.
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Here's a regional favorite I grew to love after moving to the South, pressure-cooker black-eyed peas. You'll never want to eat canned black-eyed peas again! Serve the dish as a side with grilled chicken,...
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Baked beans belong at a barbecue. They're sweet with heat when you add pineapple and jalapenos. - Robin Haas, Cranston, Rhode Island
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A warm salad is a nice change of pace at holiday dinners. Port wine infuses cranberries with flavor, while balsamic vinegar adds a bit of tang to the dressing.-Becky Walch, Manteca, California
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Looking for a speedy way to jazz up canned pork and beans? Sue Thomas of Casa Grande, Arizona gives them homemade taste with bacon, onion, brown sugar and Worcestershire sauce. A pleaser at picnics, this...
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Lemon-pepper seasoning and lemon juice turn Brussels sprouts into a delightful side! Katherine Stallwood - Richland, WA
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When Sandy Moyer of Gilbertsville, Pennsylvania asked Light & Tasty to trim down her favorite site dish, we happily obliged. Boasting 106 fewer calories and almost 60% less fat, Makeover Pineapple Casserole...
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I used to make this dish with lots of butter, brown sugar and cream. I slimmed it down and this low-fat version is just as delicious-my family loves it," writes Shannon Abdollmohammadi from Woodinville,...
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I jazzed up a corn recipe with some spicy seasoning to create this offering for a Mexican potluck. Everyone liked it so much that now it's all I'm ever asked to bring. The bright mix of colors makes it...
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Since I grow lots of green beans and basil in my garden, this is a popular side dish in my home. These flavored beans round out a variety of meals.-Sue Gronholz, Beaver Dam, Wisconsin
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This fruit rice stuffing accompanies roast duck as part of our traditional New Year's Day dinner. It's also an attractive side dish to serve alongside Cornish game hens and chicken. -Katrina Forar, Lakewood,...
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Crisp-tender green beans are paired with tomatoes for a colorful and nutritious side. Dressed with fresh basil and just enough vinegar to add a bit of tang, this side compliments most any entree. Healthy...
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This super-easy Asian Sugar Snap Peas recipe is ready in 5 minutes - a perfect side dish for busy nights! Also try it chilled or reheated for meal prep! • Ready in 30 Minutes or Less • Make Ahead •...
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Crunchy Vegetable Salad is a tasty and colorful side dish Linda Russell of Exeter, Ontario frequently puts on her table. "Kids love it!" she relates.
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My family has enjoyed this delicious rice dish for many years. With chopped red and green peppers, it's both fresh-tasting and festive-looking. It's the perfect light side dish for a big holiday meal....
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I love to make this dish because the flavors jumping around in your mouth keep you coming back bite after bite. Other nuts can be used in place of the pine nuts.-Marsha Gillett, Yukon, Oklahoma
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My sister gave me fresh tomatoes and basil, so I made a bread salad known as Panzanella. The longer it sits, the more the bread soaks up the seasonings. -Jannine Fisk, Malden, Massachusetts
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I inherited this recipe for baked dessert apples from my grandmother and make it every chance I get, especially in fall.
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Vine-ripened tomatoes filled with sausage and corn bread taste out of this world. They're terrific as a first course or partnered with grilled meat or shrimp. -Marie Rizzio, Interlochen, Michigan
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I've been making this casserole for a few years now. It's rich, creamy and comforting.
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Oven-baked root vegetables put a colorful and flavorful twist on traditional French fries and add interest to a meal as a side dish. -Marie Rizzio, Interlochen, Michigan
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I grew up in southern California, and my dad took advantage of our long growing season by keeping a great garden. Dad grew potatoes, lettuce, radishes, onions and lots of tomatoes. If we were lucky enough...
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I like this recipe because it can be prepared for two, or easily increased to accommodate a large gathering. The color and taste of sweet potatoes make them a must for any holiday dinner!
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The secret of good chips is to cook them twice at two different temperatures, so you will need a deep pan and a thermometer for this recipe.
Author: The Hairy Bikers
This African recipe comes from BeadforLife, an organization that, through the sales of hand-crafted beaded jewelry, helps teach Ugandan women business skills so they can support their families. Matoke,...
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I grow a lot of mint, so I'm always looking for creative way to cook with it. This delicious recipe is my son's favorite way to eat carrots.-Sue Gronholz, Beaver Dam, Wisconsin
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Because it's easy and delicious and healthy. It tastes like those Chinese green beans you get at China Buffet, but a little better, 'cause it's broccoli
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I made this recipe into a family favorite. We have a big garden each year, so most of the ingredients come right from the garden.
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I wanted to up my veggie game, so I smothered Brussels sprouts with garlic and goat cheese. It's really a side dish, but I love to eat it for lunch! -Brenda Williams, Santa Maria, California
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Here's a new flavor spin on the traditional cobbler. A medley of delicious veggies, this warm and savory treat is topped with a delicious cornbread mixture.- Edna Hoffman, Hebron, Indiana
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"Refried beans were a staple in our home when I was growing up, but the dish my dad made called for crisp bacon and bacon fat," writes Michelle Martinez of Albany, New York. "Being health-conscious, I...
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