I had never made brussels sprouts before and my husband didn't like them, but for the sake of variety I tried several different ways to prepare them. I came up with these few ingredients to enhance them....
Author: Taste of Home
As an avid gardener and occasional cook, I use fresh vegetables and herbs when trying out new recipes on my wife and children. This zesty rice dish always pleases.
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Apparently spätzle translates to little swallows in German, which makes a lot of sense when you consider their shape. These micro-dumplings cook in a just a few minutes, and are great plain with browned...
Author: Chef John
This cranberry beans recipe makes a rustic and deeply satisfying bacon and cranberry bean ragout. It makes a stellar side dish to pretty much anything coming off your late summer grill.
Author: Chef John
Kasha is actually buckwheat and is a whole grain. It is mixed with onions and egg noodles to make this very simple and traditional Western European side dish. It is a staple at our holiday table and delicious...
Author: Lobbylady
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Tomatoes and basil together are a sure hit! Very flavorful. For cheese lovers, try a stronger Brie cheese, otherwise a medium blend will do. Great served warm or cold.
Author: LISA DELANNOY
This unique recipe combines two dishes in one-cheese soup and baked squash. It's so hearty you could almost serve it as a meatless meal!
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Cream of chicken soup creates the easy sauce that coats these tender sprouts from Daphne Blandford of Gander, Newfoundland. Seasoned with thyme and sprinkled with sliced almonds, this side dish is special...
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Canned green chilies give mild-flavored squash a little zip in this flavorful side dish. -Martha Schaub, Lake Leelanau, Michigan
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Quick-cooking orzo pasta is the secret to getting this side dish on the table in a jiffy. It pairs well with a variety of entrees.-Clara Coulston, Washington Court House, Ohio
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This peppy side dish is always the first to disappear whenever I take it to a potluck.-Kim Garner, Batesville, Arkansas
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The Palouse area of northern Idaho and eastern Washington is known as the "Dried Pea and Lentil Capital of the World". I serve this as a main dish, or as a side dish for picnics and barbecues. I've used...
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This Hawaiian Macaroni Salad has elbow macaroni, shredded carrots, diced celery, and green onion coated in a slightly sweetened mayonnaise dressing. This Hawaiian pasta salad is a staple on the menu of...
Author: Zona
This creamy, sweet salad with crisp apple crunch is a real people-pleaser. It makes a lot, which is good, because it will go fast! -Cyndi Fynaardt, Oskaloosa, Iowa
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This savory Thanksgiving side dish is a mash-up of cornbread, corn pudding, and traditional stuffing. It's comforting, delicious, and perfect for sharing with friends and family.
Author: Danelle
"Here's one of my very favorite recipes for that first early-spring asparagus," writes Marie Hattrup from Sparks, Nevada. "Stir-frying keeps the texture crisp but tender; lemon and soy sauce make for a...
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Tie these veggies from our home economists into a romantic meal plan-your sweetheart will get attached fast! Simply soften carrots and zucchini so they're flexible enough to intertwine.
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"This flavorful side dish is so tasty you'll forget that it features nutritious spinach," says Elizabeth Hunter from Flower Mound, Texas. "It's a family favorite for holidays and special occasions. It...
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I first came across this recipe while visiting my wife's family in Buck's County, PA. It goes great with Thanksgiving dinner as a side dish. The original recipe was savory and comes from Eastern Europe...
Author: 440DartRacer
This is a fantastic meatless dinner or an amazing side dish. It works well with a variety of sheet-pan-roasted vegetables. We enjoy using zucchini or squash in the summer, and you can also change up the...
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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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"Not only is this dish delicious, but it's a favorite of family and company alike," writes Suzan Wiener from Spring Hill, Florida. "Best of all, it takes only a few minutes to prepare."
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Let us show you how to make Yorkshire puddings that are tall, crisp and light every time. Use goose fat or dripping for extra flavour, but a light olive oil or vegetable oil is good too.
Author: Allegra McEvedy
A delicious spicy side dish that could also be cooled and eaten as a salad served with cheese and shredded vegetables.
Author: Cyrus Todiwala
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My family can hardly wait for zucchini to ripen in summer so I can make this casserole. With rice, sausage and vegetables, it's a hearty meal-in-one.
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I came up with this side dish one year while cooking Christmas dinner with my mom. The spiced-up squash is sweet and comforting.
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I recently put together a special cookbook for folks who cook for themselves. One of my favorite recipes inside the book is this nicely seasoned rice.
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This dish not only tastes good, it looks good, too. I serve it with sliced beef or pork.
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Short grain rice is preferred when making this classic Italian dish. Arborio rice is the most widely available short grain rice to use.-Taste of Home Test Kitchen
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The hearty taste of fresh ingredients makes this delicious as any you'll find in a fancy restaurant. I'm sure your family will love it as much as mine does!
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The flavorful and simple butter, Parmesan cheese and parsley topping gives plain rice a tasty twist the whole family enjoys.-Joy Beck, Cinncinnati, Ohio
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Quick, rich and delicious, this macaroni and cheese takes only 7 minutes once your pressure cooker has built up pressure. My family requests this at least once a week. Serve immediately or use pressure...
Author: ehamilton1256
Freshly cooked beans with bacon, ham, tomato, and Mexican beer. A recipe courtesy of my good friend Pepe from Tequila, Jalisco.
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Hazel Holley of Samson, Alabama teams up canned corn with chopped green pepper and onion to create a fresh-tasting salad with light mayonnaise coating. The pretty mixture is especially appealing presented...
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We love it when opposites attract. A sweet-and-sour gingery dressing goes hand in hand with soft soba noodles, edamame and crunchy slaw. Add grilled shrimp or chicken for a protein-packed finish. -Mandy...
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Roasting fresh-picked corn is as old as the Ozark hills where I was raised. My Grandpa Mitchell always salted and peppered his butter on the edge of his plate before spreading it on his corn, and I did...
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Lemony Greek potatoes are a traditional side dish for grilled chicken or steak. When they come out of the oven, we top with feta for a little melty goodness. -Arge Salvatori, Little Ferry, New Jersey
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How often do you open a jar to get your gravy? It's something we all do, but making homemade gravy is so much easier than you realize. Tastes better too!
Author: Crayons and Cravings
For a different twist on the classic taste of corn, try this recipe. The lime compliments the sweetness of the corn well.-Helen Meadows, Huson, Montana
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"I first saw this side dish on a cooking show, and it's since become one of my fall staples," shares Kathy Lynch of Aloha, Oregon. "It's special enough to serve at Thanksgiving."
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This delicious mixture of onions and spinach- draped in a rich Parmesan cream sauce- looks as festive as it tastes.
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Give corn on the cob some zing with this recipe. Guest will be surprised how easy it will be to add flavor to an ear of corn.-Taste of Home Test Kitchen
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"I like to serve this saucy baked bean dish at cookouts," shares Lee Deneau. "Pepperoni adds a fun twist to canned baked beans. With grilled meat and potato salad, I have a great summer meal," adds the...
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This colorful easy-to-fix side dish featuring flavorful veggies is a favorite at Lola Lance's house. "I've made it on many special occasions for more than 30 years now," she notes from Zirconia, North...
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You'll have a healthy red and green holiday with this full-flavored side dish. Bright, roasted tomatoes top crisp-tender beans with sweetness. Grated cheese adds protein and taste.-Michaela Rosenthal,...
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My mom got a garlic roaster and soon my kitchen was overflowing with heads of sweet, gooey, roasted garlic. This recipe, one of my many experiments, was a favorite of my family. The roasted garlic is mild...
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Kids will love the flavor of Parmesan cheese and the crunch of cornflakes on these better-than-frozen home fries. They're great for kids, but the adults will enjoy them as well.-Melissa Tatum of Greensboro,...
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