For a change-of-pace side dish or appetizer, microwave some artichokes. Lorraine Galazyk of South Surrey, British Columbia flavors them with lemon slices and garlic butter, which is great for dipping.
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I came up with this cauliflower gnocchi recipe after trying Trader Joe's cauliflower gnocchi. This dish reminds me of cauliflower gratin, especially if you add Parmesan-but the gnocchi are also good on...
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I love to plant a garden every year, and I always have a lot of green beans to use. My family loves green beans this way. -Paula Broadway-Jones, Cambridge, Nebraska
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This fun round bread is tender, tasty and can be used much the came way you'd use flour tortillas or pita bread.-Taste of Home Test Kitchen, Greendale, Wisconsin
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"This delicious dish is an easy way to get my daughter to eat asparagus. Sometimes, I make the croutons from focaccia bread. They add another dimension of texture and flavor." -Patsy Phillips, Sanford,...
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And round out any meal with Italian Green Beans from Rudy Martino. The sharpness of the Parmesan cheese goes nicely with the tangy flavor of the chicken. "This has been a family favorite for many years,"...
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A family member passed along this recipe for corn baked with cheddar and ricotta. Don't skip the fresh basil-it adds a hint of sweet flavor reminiscent of mint and anise. -Melinda Messer, Benson, North...
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My husband says these onion rings are the best he's ever eaten. The cornmeal and pecans give them a special crunch.
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Prepare these dressed-up microwave Brussels sprouts when your conventional oven is filled with the main dish. I think you will agree the cheese topping makes these sprouts special enough to include in...
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Our Test Kitchen created this simple side dish that takes advantage of the microwave, so you can focus on the main course. Brussels sprouts are tossed with melted butter, basil, salt and pepper for mild...
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A flexible sugar snap side dish for two. Modify the amounts as needed.
Author: AbbyMelad
As is true with most families, food is an important part of all our celebrations. That's why I know everyone at your table will savor this delicious dressing.
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I came up with this recipe to show appreciation to all the teachers at my son's school. The dish had to be as special as the teachers, who always go the extra mile for their students. I think this salad...
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• "I received the recipe for Belgian-Style Carrot Coins years ago from a neighbor," notes Billye Crumlish of Dallas, Texas. "I've lost touch with the neighbor but not with this recipe. It's my family's...
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In this roasted asparagus recipe, the fresh springtime vegetable is tossed with olive and roasted until tender, then drizzled with a simple Dijon vinaigrette. 66 calories and 1 Weight Watchers Freestyle...
Author: Dara Michalski | Cookin' Canuck
Turn left over rice into a delicious side dish with this easy recipe for cheesy fried rice patties.
Author: Carol
I'm from a small town in New Jersey where a number of Polish immigrants-including my parents-settled. My mother was a great cook who taught me lots of Polish recipes like this one, which I have adapted...
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Why settle for traditional mashed potatoes when you can enjoy three times the flavor? Combine spuds with rutabaga and parsnips, along with the zip of horseradish, for a taste treat. -Lily Julow, Lawrenceville,...
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I WAS ANXIOUS the first time I tried this recipe, wondering if my family would like it. It was a big hit, though, and I was happy to find another idea for serving this prolific garden vegetable. I serve...
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Peas, mushrooms and green onions are delightful additions in Ruth Rigoni's version of a popular comfort food. "This is a nice change from plain macaroni and cheese," notes the Hurley, Wisconsin cook.
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Frozen peas star in Gingered Peas and Water Chestnuts, which is suggested by reader Joan Solberg (below) of Ashland. "My friend started making this as a special treat for Christmas because it has such...
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Step-by-step, photo illustrated recipe for our delicious, creamy, red skin mashed potatoes. We've got a quick and easy side dish that can be table ready in just a few minutes. Everybody loves mashed potatoes....
Author: Steve Gordon
Delicously authentic homemade peanut sauce for spring rolls
Author: Lane
"These simple-to-fix potato wedges are great with burgers, chicken sandwiches, fish and other entrees," says Barbara Trautmann from Ham Lake, Minnesota.
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These appealing carrots from Veronica Callaghan of Glastonbury, Connecticut are simple, yet savory. Just steam and toss with Veronica's homemade rosemary butter. Voila!
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A close family friend shared this recipe with me years ago. It makes a filling main course or serve it as a side dish with a meaty entree.-Kim Kolb Dague, Huntsville, Alabama
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My mom used to 'dress up' peas with buttered cracker crumbs when I was little and it remains one of my favorite dishes. Just about any type of savory crackers can be substituted, including herb-flavored...
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This recipe makes an easy, yet well-flavored side that goes well with a variety of main courses. "I make this about once a month. It's a modification on a recipe I found in a cookbook." Cassie Conrad -...
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Edna Hoffman, of Hebron, Indiana can toss together this side dish in less than a half hour. The delightful wedges are a refreshing change from typical baked potatoes and nicely priced at only 25 cents...
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This is my own recipe. It's easy, economical and good for you, but the best part is it tastes great and goes with everything from hamburgers to steaks.
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Sweet-and-sour cabbage complements mild meats like pork and ham. You can serve this relish warm or cold.
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Our children would never eat carrots, and I could never find a recipe to please their taste buds. Then a friend shared this recipe, and sure enough...they loved it! Now they request this dish.-Sherry Johnson,...
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When I pull fresh carrots from the garden, my mouth waters just thinking about how this simple recipe enhances their flavor with brown sugar and a hint of lemon. -Pat Habiger, Spearville, Kansas
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This tasty side dish has become a family favorite at Thanksgiving, as well as throughout the year. A creamy sauce and water chestnuts give the sprouts a nice lift. -Genelle Smith Hanover, Pennsylvania
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Stir up this smooth, delicious sauce in a jiffy in the microwave, and you'll be delighted with how it complements steamed vegetables. Start with fresh veggies or make things even easier by using a frozen...
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Here's a mostly hands-off version of ratatouille that's different in character from my sautéed one but also delicious. It yields a bit less, but by using two sheet pans, you'll have an ample side dish...
Author: Martha Holmberg
This light dish is perfect for hot summer days when you want something cool and flavorful on the side. Make it a filling main dish by adding vegetables and meat.
Author: Eileen Lee
My mom made this salad often, and I have made it for my family. The bread is delicious dipped in the dressing. It's something you can enjoy all summer. -Maryalice Kieffer, Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania
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This air-fryer cauliflower side is easy to prepare with just a few ingredients. Crushed red pepper flakes add a touch of heat. -Susan Hein, Burlington, Wisconsin
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My kids love the creamy, rich sauce on these tortellinis so much but they don't even know pumpkin is inside. Use freshly grated Parmesan cheese for the best, nutty and delicious flavor. -Trisha Kruse,...
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Looking for a side dish to accompany grilled meat or chicken? Arlene Risius of Buffalo Center, Iowa sprinkles blue cheese, bread crumbs and a few other ingredients over tomato halves, then grills them...
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I can't imagine celebrating the holidays without including this comforting casserole on my menu. You can use any sweet variety of winter squash, but delicata is my personal favorite.-Gloria Jarrett, Loveland,...
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The Best Homemade Double Cheese Buns, easy and perfect anytime, loaded with Provolone/Cheddar and Parmesan cheeses. No more store bought.
Author: Rosemary Molloy
"This few-ingredient dish is a sure favorite no matter what the main course may be," assures JoAnne Palmer from Mechanicsville, Maryland. Spicy Mexican cheese dip from the snack aisle creates a zippy coating...
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"Like dressed-up potato pancakes, this version has a medley of vegetables that makes them extra tasty and nutritious," says Mildred Sherrer of Bay City, Texas.
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With just 4 ingredients plus water you can have this amazing chunky applesauce brimming with chunks of tender apples and flavored with cinnamon and cloves.
Author: Crock-Pot Ladies