This side is so good, even kids eat it up and get nutritious vegetables in the process.-Jennifer Marriott, Batavia, New York
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This dish is fun to serve because it's so colorful. The combination of vegetables offers a nice texture contrast, too.
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This is a nice alternative to plain asparagus. It's a simple, flavorful way to dress them up.-Mavis Diment, Marcus, Iowa
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The addition of pancetta lends a wonderful smoky flavor to crisp-tender brussels sprouts, giving them mass appeal.-Mandy Rivers, Lexington, South Carolina
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Our Test Kitchen home economists came up with this easy-to-fix meatless entree. Fontina cheese and marinara sauce give a real Italian flavor to this satisfying twist on eggplant Parmesan.
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Fragrant and fruity, this ginger-scented rice goes with Asian, Indian and other fusion dishes. -Charlene Chambers, Ormond Beach, Florida
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This simple dish is a complement to just about any kind of meat of fish. We enjoy it often, no matter what the season.
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A very quick, tasty side dish that pairs well with an Asian-themed meal. They would also be great topped with a stir-fry.
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Even after seven years, my family still asks for this tasty potato and bacon dish. Try it once and I'll bet your family will be hooked, too. -Lynn Ireland, Lebanon, Wisconsin
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Meet the Cook: The first summer that my husband and I were retired, we had an abundance of squash. I was raised on a farm and taught nothing should go to waste, so I hunted in my recipe file and found...
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For those who like it spicy, it's easy to turn up the heat on these potatoes by adding more chili powder or jalapenos for extra kick.-Pat Harmon, Baden, Pennsylvania
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Tender sliced carrots are draped in a maple syrup and lemon juice glaze that makes this side dish a standout. "It's great to find a recipe like this one that my entire family enjoys, whether they are watching...
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Being from California, my family has always been big veggie eaters. I wanted to share a little taste of home with my in-laws so I created this dish for Thanksgiving. You don't have to let it sit overnight,...
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Perfect sauce to put on steaks like Steak Diane, baked fish, flounder, fried fish or crab cakes and stuffed crab.
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I FOUND this recipe in a farm newspaper, thought it sounded it good and it was. I have used it for years. I often fix it instead of potatoes. If the skin on the apples is a little tough, I peel the apples....
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This cauliflower stuffing is the vegan substitute you've been looking for. It's perfect for the holidays. -Susan Hein, Burlington, Wisconsin
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A super quick and easy hot or cold green bean salad, popular in Italy.
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Different, delicious and sized exactly right for two people, this easy, breezy home-style side dish is sure to please!-Dean Copeland, Ochlocknee, Georgia
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I have accumulated some delicious recipes that serve large numbers, like this colorful and delicious pasta salad. The flavors blend so well, and there's plenty of creamy dressing. -Marlene Muckenhirn Delano,...
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I tried coming up with a creative way to use kale, and the result was a cheesy casserole. When my husband sampled it, he absolutely loved it. Bits of summer sausage add heartiness. -Diana Johnson, Auburn,...
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This is one of our favorite quick ways to use up a bumper crop of grape tomatoes (or to take care of an overenthusiastic tomato-shopping spree)! -Rose Gulledge, Crofton, Maryland
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Even veggie-fearing kids will eat these up. Be sure not to bake the tomatoes much longer than 10 minutes or they might soften and fall apart.-Country Woman Test Kitchen, Greendale, WI
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This recipe is made for butternut squash lovers, with pureed squash in the sauce and squash pieces in the casserole alongside an ideal companion, Swiss chard. This is a very veggie hybrid of ever-popular...
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If you like the filling in twice-baked potatoes, you'll love the flavor of this savory side dish that complements most entrees. "It's a good way to finish off extra mashed potatoes," says Margaret Mayhugh...
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Shirley Glabb often serve rice at her home in Hattiesburg, Mississippi. I'm always looking for new ways to dress it up," she says. "This recipe pairs nicely with chicken or pork chops."
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This nicely seasoned stuffing is our favorite for holiday turkeys. The classic recipe tastes good whether stuffed in the bird or baked separately, and it's versatile, too-you can add other ingredients...
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My family looks forward to this side dish every holiday. I add sliced almonds for crunch and garlic for a little kick. -Cheryl Wittman, Bergen, New York
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This side dish has a wonderful blend of flavors that goes great with any entree. The colorful combination looks festive during the holidays. -Edie Draper, Pensacola Beach, Florida
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Rich and refined, arroz verde is one of the most popular dishes I present to cooking classes.
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Pilau rice is the perfect accompaniment to a curry feast. The Hairy Bikers add whole cardamom, cloves, bay and cinnamon for a heady fragrance, along with a nice bit of butter and chicken stock for a rich...
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This cheesy cauliflower side dish had long been a family favorite. It always makes a pretty presentation on our holiday table.-Karen Jean Johann, Kewaskum, Wisconsin
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"I came up with the recipe when my garden was producing like crazy and I had lots of fresh zucchini, yellow squash and tomatoes," writes Dawn E Bryant of Thedford, Nebraska. "I combined the three, added...
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This peas and prosciutto dish has a delicious, slightly salty flavor. Even the pea haters will like this one! -Ann Sheehy, Lawrence, Massachusetts
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Here's a scrumptious lighter version of traditional candied sweet potatoes. -North Carolina Sweet Potato Commission
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Any recipe with melted cheese in it is a favorite of mine. That's just one reason I love this polenta bake. It has a lot of protein for a meatless meal! -Margee Berry, White Salmon, Washington
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If you like dill, you're sure to enjoy this nutritious dish from Bill Hibrich of Saint Cloud, Minnesota. It gets its tang from dill pickle juice.
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"My family wouldn't dream of a Thanksgiving dinner without this side dish, but it's great anytime-I serve it once a month." The fluffy texture and subtle orange flavor make it a standout. -Marlene Kroll,...
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I'm a pastor's wife, and I often find myself cooking for large groups. I first put together Potato Onion Supreme for a wedding shower dinner when our organist's son got married. Afterward, I had three...
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There's nothing that says summer quite like fresh sweet corn, and honey butter makes these ears even sweeter. -Nancy Kreiser, Lebanon, Pennsylvania
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You can embellish the basic method, adding peas or fava beans to make a spring vegetable mélange, or you can toss the sautéed asparagus with hot pasta. Or serve this as a side dish for roast chicken,...
Author: Janet Fletcher
These baked beans are nothing like the canned variety you may be used to. The rich sauce has wonderful smokiness from chopped bacon and a subtle sweetness from maple syrup.-Elizabeth Horton, Brattleboro,...
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These healthy little treats work well as a side or as fun bite size appetizers. Roasting the cauliflower adds deep flavor and gives it an irresistible crunch. -Courtney Stultz, Weir, Kansas
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I came up with this recipe one day when I didn't have many groceries in the house. My kids named it Hobo Hash because it didn't have a lot in it and could be cooked in one pan.-Linda Hendershott, St. Joseph,...
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We love fruit salads for our holiday dinners. I experimented and came up with this delicious medley-it reminds us of the tropics in the middle of winter! I sometimes add sliced bananas just before serving....
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"My sister-in-law served this healthy vegetable dish to my husband and I," writes Betty Kleberger of Florissant, Missouri. "We liked it so much she gave me the recipe, and now I serve it in my home."
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My family loves this creamy vegetable side dish. As pretty as it is tasty, it's an extra-special way to serve broccoli, and it really dresses up a table.
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