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Dijon Veggies with Couscous

Coated in a tangy Dijon sauce, these tasty veggies and fluffy couscous make for a delightful side. -Juliana Dumitru, Fairview Park, Ohio

Author: Taste of Home

Guilt Free Mac 'n' Cheese

"I wanted to make macaroni and cheese that tasted good but didn't add on pounds," writes Ruth Ann Stoy of Newport, Michigan. "I think I've done it!"

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Orzo Lentil Rice

A tender medley of pasta, lentils and rice partners perfectly with a meat or vegetarian entrée. Herbs and chopped veggies add interest to the side dish. -Misty Scondras, Dalton, Pennsylvania

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Chip Crusted Grilled Corn

For my version of Mexican street corn, I roll the ears in crushed chips. For extra pizazz, try different chip flavors like ranch dressing and jalapeno. -Crystal Schlueter, Northglenn, Colorado

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Pumpkin and Plantain Mash

Beautiful and simple to prepare, this blend of pumpkin and plantain is perfectly flavored with roasted garlic and caramelized shallots.-Donna Noel, Gray, Maine

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Riced Cauliflower with Leeks, Kale and Walnuts

This is a healthy, flavorful side dish featuring some low-sugar vegetables. It makes a great addition to just about any meal you can think up. -Andrea Potischman, Menlo Park, California

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Vegetable Rice Pie

I like all kinds of rice dishes, so I was pleased when I found this recipe. My husband, Stan, and I have a small country farm, where we grow three kinds of apples.

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Special Grilled Veggies

"I fixed this colorful side dish on Father's Day one year and it has been requested many times since," says Kimberly Hennes-Skar of Minot, North Dakota. "It goes well with any grilled meat, chicken or...

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Corn 'n' Pepper Packets

Grilling foods in foil packets means little mess and cleanup. Plus, the steam cooks the vegetables to perfection. Try experimenting with different seasonings. —Taste of Home Test Kitchen, Milwaukee,...

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Corn Succotash

Fresh corn succotash with zucchini, red onion, a medley of tomatoes, and corn is a bright, beautiful and bold corn succotash side dish that rivals Cheesecake Factory's version! Fresh, light, and totally...

Author: Trisha Haas - Salty Side Dish

Six Veggie Casserole

I like this casserole because it can be assembled ahead of time. I'm a country girl at heart. I guess I inherited that from my mom, who was raised on a farm.

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Tortellini Salad with Artichokes & Sweet Peppers

I've been making this for almost 10 years, and someone asks me for the recipe every time I bring it to a party. It's really easy to make. It reminds me of summer cookouts with good friends. -Westyn Layne,...

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Gingered Sweet Potato Pancakes

Ginger offers a surprisingly pleasant taste to these golden sweet-potato pancakes shared by Mildred Sherrer of Bay City, Texas. Slightly crispy on the outside, they have a tender texture your family's...

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Curry Potato Gratin

Wanted to make the perfect Potato Gratin better. I think the touch of curry really does it. -Teddy Devico, Warren, New Jersey

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Parmesan Potato Chips

I created this recipe to make the most of my love for fresh Parmesan cheese. When I serve my "special fries" with burgers or ribs, people usually can't stop eating them.

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Arugula Parmesan Prosciutto Salad

This very simple arugula Parmesan prosciutto salad is one that I enjoy often. It's the quickest salad to put together because the dressing is made à la minute - right on top of the greens instead of being...

Author: Meredith

Summer Garden Pasta

This fresh-tasting side dish pairs pasta with an array of nutritious veggies, including zucchini, bell peppers and a juicy tomato. "Our four boys are all grown and out of the house, but I still grow a...

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Fancy Green Salad

Here's a festive, flavorful quick-toss salad that adds color to any table. Contributor Diana Smith from Wesson, Mississippi says, "A lady brought this to a church gathering. It was so pretty and wonderful,...

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Refrigerator Garden Pickles

Canning isn't necessary for these crisp-tender, tangy pickles. Keep them in the fridge and eat them up within a month. -Linda Chapman, Meriden, Iowa

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Rosemary Peas 'N' Squash

The beauty of this recipe is that I can substitute any vegetables and still have a terrific side dish. I grow fresh rosemary and use it to season whatever garden bounty I harvest. Since zucchini is abundant...

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Herbed Beans and Carrots

A tasty blend of seasonings accents the fresh flavor of this quick, crisp-crunchy side dish.

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Sweet Potato Meringue Bake

This sweet potato meringue casserole is a slightly sweeter variation of the original, minus the extra sugar. It's simple enough to throw together even after the holidays. For more sauce, you can add extra...

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Garden Saute

Reports Nena Williams of Georgetown, Texas, "I love to make Garden Saute for dinner parties. It's a fun, colorful side dish seasoned with flavorful herbs."

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Potato Dumpling Casserole

Joe Ellen Meskimen, Cedar Rapids, Iowa

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Artichoke Caprese Platter

I dressed up the classic Italian trio of mozzarella, tomatoes and basil with marinated artichokes. It looks so yummy on a pretty platter set out on a buffet. Using fresh mozzarella is the key to its great...

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Italian Broccoli Bake

There are several diabetics in my family, and I've enjoyed adapting dishes to meet their needs. This flavorful Italian recipe is such a dish.-Carol Wilson, Chelsea, Oklahoma

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Watermelon Shark

Take a bite out of summer boredom with this kid-friendly food project. -Taste of Home Test Kitchen

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Cedar Plank Stuffed Portobellos

When we were newlyweds, my father-in-law made us stuffed portobello mushrooms. I've tweaked the recipe for our tastes. I like to serve it with salad and potato wedges. -Katie Stemp, Tacoma, Washington

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Pressure Cooker Celebration Brussels Sprouts

This recipe hits all the flavor points and makes a fantastic side throughout the year. Plus, you've got to love a dish that requires minimal effort and doesn't take up oven space. You can always omit the...

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Roasted Brussels Sprouts with Balsamic Maple Glaze

Think you don't like Brussels sprouts? Try roasting them. It brings out the nutty sweetness of the Brussels sprouts. They are perfectly complemented by the tangy and sweet balsamic-maple glaze, which makes...

Author: Marie

Fourth of July Baked Beans

We always choose this family recipe for July Fourth or any picnic because it's a meaty twist on everyday baked beans and it has a nice sweetness. -Wendy Hodorowski, Bellaire, Ohio

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Harvest Carrots

I make this hearty side dish quite often. Once in a while, I add leftover turkey or chicken breasts and turn it into a main dish.

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Potato Vegetable Medley

"Vegetables star in this fresh-tasting and colorful side dish," writes field editor Edna Hoffman, Hebron, Indiana. "The mild seasoning lets their natural goodness come through. Just because you're cooking...

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Carrot Rice

Healthy carrot rice recipe, a flavorful side dish or light main meal made with only a few ingredients and ready to serve in less than 30 minutes.

Author: Adina

Sausage Raisin Dressing

My mother was looking through a cookbook, and a clipping with this recipe fell to the floor. Mom, who's 80, told me the recipe came from her mother. We hope you relish this heirloom dish as much as we...

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Orzo with Caramelized Mushrooms and Wilted Spinach

This is a side dish for everyone. Great taste and very versatile! You can change this recipe many different ways to suit your taste, for example, add slivered or shaved almonds, don't add mushrooms etc....

Author: Semigourmet

Beans with Parsley Sauce

You'll likely find the main ingredient for this dish right in your garden. For a bit of extra color, try mixing wax beans with green beans. The flavor is worth definitely worth the preparation time.-Veronica...

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Yummy Summer Pasta

Fresh snap peas and asparagus lighten up a pasta dinner! We serve this with sliced grilled chicken.

Author: Sonya

Country French Beans

These tender beans contribute almost 6 g of fiber to each serving. Brown sugar, herbs and bacon create a delightful medley of flavors that's sure to please.

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Rainbow Vegetable Skillet

Even my kids eat their veggies when I serve this nicely spiced skillet. It's pretty and absolutely scrumptious. Sometimes, I turn it into a main dish by stirring in cubes of cooked chicken. -Jennifer Schmidt,...

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Broccoli Supreme with Pimentos

Here's a creamy side dish that goes well with many entrees. It's easy to make and can be prepared ahead.

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Carrots and Onions

"I buy a box of Vidalia onions every year, and this is one of my favorite ways to fix them," notes Norma Essex of Porthill, Idaho. Rosemary and thyme season the veggies in the quick-to-fix side dish that's...

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J. Alexander's Wild Rice and Orzo Salad

A deliciously fresh and colorful wild rice and orzo salad with a champagne vinaigrette. Serve this with salmon or shrimp, grilled chicken or as a meatless main dish.

Author: Laurie McNamara

Rich Potato Casserole

I got the recipe for these irresistible potatoes from a friend in my country line-dance club several years ago. It's a favorite at every potluck I've taken it to. So when I married Cliff on our farm, this...

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"Instant" Mac and Cheese

No-boil, no-bake, one-pan mac and cheese is not just possibly simple, but simply possible! On top of producing awesome taste and texture, the whole procedure only took a few minutes longer than the boxed...

Author: Chef John

Potatoes Boulangère

This dish is like a potato gratin but without the cheese and cream; the pancetta (Italian cured bacon) adds rich flavor. It would make a great side dish for roast chicken or beef.

Author: Jean-Pierre Moullé

Air Fryer Okra

Enjoy okra in this crispy preparation in the air fryer. The resulting "fries" can be enjoyed as a side dish or with your favorite dipping sauce.

Author: Gina Matsoukas

Tangy Onion Flowers

"These flavorful baked onions are a great accompaniment to grilled meat," writes field editor Karen Owen of Rising Sun, Indiana. "They aren't crisp like the deep-fried 'blooming onions' served in restaurants,...

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Tomato Pasta Toss

I came up with this end-of-summer pasta toss while trying to figure out how to use up tomatoes from my grandmother's garden. It's quick, easy and tasty.

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Robbie's Red Rice

Upon my move to the Low Country of South Carolina, I was introduced to red rice, a traditional Deep South dish. I experimented with a recipe and this is the result.

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