The produce manager at my grocery store suggested this memorable mixture of lightly sweet carrots, zippy ginger and tart lime. It;s easy to fall in love with this recipe, which now has permanent place...
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"Someone shared this zucchini recipe with me years ago. Light and refreshing, it complements any meat you serve it with," pens Sandi Laskowski of Rapid City, South Dakota. Reduced-fat sour cream helps...
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"When they were little, our children loved this creamy side dish," says Jacqueline Thompson Graves of Lawrenceville, Georgia. "After an adult has sliced the potatoes, youngsters can do the rest. Overlapping...
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Although they might sound fussy to fix, these spuds are really a cinch from start to finish, according to the CT kitchen staff. All you need to do is mash the potatoes, pipe the mixture into fun designs...
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Golden raisins add a slightly sweet flavor to this unique side dish featuring both couscous and carrots. -Jordan Sucher, Brooklyn, New York
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These fluffy mashed potatoes, with a mild broccoli flavor, make a colorful side dish for any entree.
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It wouldn't be Thanksgiving without a serving of my family's favorite stuffing. If you can't find jarred chestnuts at your grocery store, check gourmet cooking shops or order them online. -Lee Bremson,...
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Potato chips are the fun topping that's sprinkled over this irresistible treatment for Tater Tots. With its garlic, onion and cheese flavors, you're not likely to have much left over. To cut preparation...
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Even lifelong Brussels sprouts haters love these! For a heartier dish, sometimes I add crumbled bacon. -Jan Roberts, San Pedro, California
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This recipe was in my files for years before I finally tried it one Thanksgiving. My family loves the combination of orange and carrots.-Dixie Terry, Goreville, Illinois
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If you're looking for a different way to serve vegetables, give this recipe a try. This dish is one of my family's favorites. It just might become a favorite at your house, too.
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This meal is incredibly easy, yet is packed with flavor and looks like a dish from a five-star restaurant. The grill leaves the cauliflower cooked but crisp, and the red pepper flakes add bite. -Carmel...
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The slightly sweet flavor of this salad's dressing is a great contrast to the rich bacon. You can substitute cauliflower for the broccoli if you prefer. -Janet Roth, Tempe, Arizona
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Our budget was tight when our children were small, so I cooked with ground beef often. Nowadays, I make this creative casserole simply because we love it! -Trudy Williams, Shannonville, Ontario
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In an effort to eat healthier, I'm trying to serve more vegetables," relates Kathy Armstrong of Post Falls, Idaho. "So I substituted green beans for the pasta in one of my favorite Greek dishes. It's even...
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I love to use fresh vegetables from my garden in this delicious dish. My whole family loves the recipe.-Michele Ridenour, Oswego, Illinois
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After trying this tasty side dish, I think you'll agree that it is holiday-special. Sweet peaches and crunchy cashews really enhance the sweet potatoes.
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Once you've soaked your chickpeas, you can use a food processor and an air fryer to quickly bake these spicy falafel patties. Serve with your favorite garnishes and sauce.
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I modified a recipe I found in a magazine, keeping good nutrition in mind. With a hint of cumin and other mellow flavors, this is a quick-to-fix that's ideal with many entrees.
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The beer and bacon in these delicious green beans makes them worthy of any main dish. -Lynn Thomas, London, Ontario
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I DEVISED this recipe when I needed a quick and easy casserole to take to a friend's birthday party. I opened a bag of this and a can of that and came up with a dish my family and friends love. Luckily,...
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This simple dish is a good accompaniment for grilled chicken or tofu.
Author: Christine L.
These slow-cooked beans have a little more zip than usual Boston baked beans, and the rum helps lighten the flavor. -Anne Sheehy, Lawrence, Massachusetts
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Passed down for generations, this recipe was a cherished family tradition at holidays and special gatherings. Now, with less than half the fat, sodium and cholesterol of the original, it can be served...
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Meet the Cook: Especially during fall and winter, this recipe is a favorite. With its red color, it looks great served at Christmastime. It's nice for taking to potlucks as well. My husband and I have...
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A few modifications to our dear Great-aunt Bernice's easy mushroom rice pilaf recipe have made this an always-requested dish for potlucks, barbecues and family get-togethers. It'll become a slow cooker...
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Apples and dried cherries add a sweet-tart flavor to my homemade stuffing. It makes a holiday dinner one to remember. -Connie Boll, Chilton, Wisconsin
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This is an excellent way to provide an easy, nutrition-packed side dish with any meal. It's a personal favorite since I grew Swiss chard in my garden.-Kathy Rairigh, Milford, Indiana
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This is one of my favorite recipes. The yummy yams are the perfect complement to a holiday ham or turkey and ideal for impressing a potluck crowd. -Marian Moreman of Canyon Country, California
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Colorful veggies combine with bay leaf and bacon in this zippy Southern-style side dish from field editor Joyce Turley of Slaughters, Kentucky.
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This is a fabulous-tasting dish that has an awesome aroma while baking. Tart apples add a fruity flavor. -Deb Williams, Peoria, Arizona
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I'm always on the lookout for unusual recipes that are easy to make, and this is certainly one of those! A cooking teacher in the trade school I attended introduced me to Zesty Carrots. If you're a gardener,...
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"I created this side dish because I like to use soy sauce and sesame seeds whenever I can," says Kathleen Valle of Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. "I try to make all of my recipes simple and easy, and with...
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I got this roasted potato salad recipe from my sister-in-law and I've made it numerous times at the request of friends and co-workers. It's quick and easy, which is just what I need in my busy life. I...
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From Scottsdale, Arizona, Mary Schuster shares her tasty secret for using up leftover mashed potatoes. With just a few basic ingredients, she can fry up this delightful dish for only 20ยข per serving.
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A chocolate salad dressing? How else would you dress a salad on Valentine's Day? Don't let the unusual name and flavor combination confuse you-the salty prosciutto and mellow mozzarella are beautifully...
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My mom had many "winning" recipes, and this was one of our family's favorites. I can still picture these Corn Stuffing Balls encircling the large meat platter piled high with one of her delicious entrees....
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This delicious creamy and cheesy side dish is too rich to serve often, so I save it for Christmas- as a kind of reward for good behavior all year long!
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Bread stuffing recipes are endlessly customizable. All you have to do is change up the bread, the herbs, and/or the liquid. But if a classic recipe is what you're after, you've found it, though even this...
Author: Molly Stevens
Portobello mushrooms add a beefy flavor to this creamy classic. Each serving is topped with soft, buttery mascarpone cheese, which makes it extra special. -Carmella Ryan, Rockville Centre, New York
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I've tried other spaghetti squash recipes, but I like this one since it's so crisp, colorful and fun. Plus, it can be a side dish or a relish.-Patricia Aurand, Findlay, Ohio
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I received this recipe from a good friend who is a fabulous cook. The colorful side dish gets its zesty flavor from spicy canned tomatoes with green chiles. -Donna Brockett, Kingfisher, Oklahoma
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This creamy, tangy macaroni salad is inspired by the many wonderful flavors of the Middle East. The za'atar seasoning gives it an earthy (and delicious!) taste. -Ruth Hartunian-Alumbaugh, Willimantic,...
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My dear mother-in-law passed this simple recipe to me. With meats, beans and savory veggies that simmer all day, it's tasty, easy and economical, too! -Carol Simms, Madison, Mississippi
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This hearty side dish has a surprising Mediterranean flavor. With lots of color from red peppers and black olives, it's shared by Kelley Butler-Ludington of East Haven, Connecticut.
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A couple of years ago, one of my friend's parents made pumpkin biscuits for Thanksgiving. I was inspired by the innovative idea but wanted to add my own spin by topping the biscuits with apple butter....
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