This colorful side dish has proven itself the best rice recipe with family and friends. One of my late son's friends always requested 'that rice' when he came over for dinner. It's delicious served with...
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Here's a regional favorite I grew to love after moving to the South, pressure-cooker black-eyed peas. You'll never want to eat canned black-eyed peas again! Serve the dish as a side with grilled chicken,...
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Light cream cheese, garlic and butter make these potatoes irresistible. Replace the basil with parsley if you'd like. -Ruth Andrewson of Peck, Idaho
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Put your garden-fresh summertime veggies to good use in a colorful side dish that gets a little heat from Cajun seasoning. It pairs well with any entree, and it's quick and easy to prepare. -Nancy Dentler,...
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I jazzed up a corn recipe with some spicy seasoning to create this offering for a Mexican potluck. Everyone liked it so much that now it's all I'm ever asked to bring. The bright mix of colors makes it...
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All of my family loves vegetables, and in the summer when squash is plentiful, I serve this dish frequently. It is truly my husband's favorite and can serve as a complete dinner for him.
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Two favorites go together in this hearty dish: BLTs and twice-baked potatoes. I like to serve these potatoes with grilled steaks or barbecued chicken. -Mary Shenk, DeKalb, Illinois
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I love the scent of fresh basil. It's even better when paired with fresh citrus peel! In this recipe, the carrots are sweetened with a touch of honey, then topped with a lively citrus-basil gremolata....
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This is my very favorite rice recipe. I've served it many times and it's always received rave reviews. I hope you will enjoy it as much as I do.
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"If you love onion rings but not the fat from deep-frying them, try baking them," suggests Marilyn Lee of Richmond, Missouri. The crisp rings round out lunch...or make a scrumptious snack.
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Looking for a speedy way to jazz up canned pork and beans? Sue Thomas of Casa Grande, Arizona gives them homemade taste with bacon, onion, brown sugar and Worcestershire sauce. A pleaser at picnics, this...
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My family has enjoyed this delicious rice dish for many years. With chopped red and green peppers, it's both fresh-tasting and festive-looking. It's the perfect light side dish for a big holiday meal....
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My husband only likes this kind of corn, so I make this about once a week. Plus, it's so easy that anyone can make this in a jiffy! -Sarah Cope, Dundee, New York
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Better than french fries, these tasty potatoes have just the right touch of garlic and Parmesan cheese. This is the only way my daughter will eat sweet potatoes, and she loves 'em!. -Marie Nicolau Schumacher,...
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Lemon-pepper seasoning and lemon juice turn Brussels sprouts into a delightful side! Katherine Stallwood - Richland, WA
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Pass on the high-calorie french fries and opt for the tasty potato wedges our Test Kitchen home economists cooked up instead! Baked until crispy, the potatoes are zesty and satisfying.
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SINCE all our children are grown, I like to make simple dishes for my husband and me. I usually have cheese, carrots and rice on hand, so this is a very handy side dish to whip up at any time. The cashews...
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A light dressing makes this salad a nice complement to any meal. Feta cheese and olives are a fun addition.
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Crunchy Vegetable Salad is a tasty and colorful side dish Linda Russell of Exeter, Ontario frequently puts on her table. "Kids love it!" she relates.
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Tasty, inexpensive, and versatile, these rice side dishes are the perfect way to use up your pantry staples. From lemon to garlic parmesan to mushroom risotto, these sides are sure to please.
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Oven-baked root vegetables put a colorful and flavorful twist on traditional French fries and add interest to a meal as a side dish. -Marie Rizzio, Interlochen, Michigan
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This fruit rice stuffing accompanies roast duck as part of our traditional New Year's Day dinner. It's also an attractive side dish to serve alongside Cornish game hens and chicken. -Katrina Forar, Lakewood,...
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I grew up in southern California, and my dad took advantage of our long growing season by keeping a great garden. Dad grew potatoes, lettuce, radishes, onions and lots of tomatoes. If we were lucky enough...
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A warm salad is a nice change of pace at holiday dinners. Port wine infuses cranberries with flavor, while balsamic vinegar adds a bit of tang to the dressing.-Becky Walch, Manteca, California
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Roasting cauliflower transforms it into a delectable snack. Your family will eat it up just like it's popcorn. -Taste of Home Test Kitchen
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When making this casserole, I use tart apples to offset the sweetness of the maple syrup and brown sugar. Serve it as a side dish or even a dessert.
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"I assemble this mix when I want to save bread that's starting to get stale," comments Darlene Brenden from her home in Salem, Oregon. "This nicely seasoned stuffing is great with any type of poultry and...
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A friend brought this colorful bean dish to my house for a church circle potluck dinner. As soon as I tasted the slightly sweet slow-cooked beans, I had to have the recipe. I've served the beans and shared...
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When Sandy Moyer of Gilbertsville, Pennsylvania asked Light & Tasty to trim down her favorite site dish, we happily obliged. Boasting 106 fewer calories and almost 60% less fat, Makeover Pineapple Casserole...
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Baked beans belong at a barbecue. They're sweet with heat when you add pineapple and jalapenos. - Robin Haas, Cranston, Rhode Island
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Crisp-tender green beans are paired with tomatoes for a colorful and nutritious side. Dressed with fresh basil and just enough vinegar to add a bit of tang, this side compliments most any entree. Healthy...
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My sister gave me fresh tomatoes and basil, so I made a bread salad known as Panzanella. The longer it sits, the more the bread soaks up the seasonings. -Jannine Fisk, Malden, Massachusetts
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Tender green zucchini slices and orange flecks of carrot give this casserole a pretty look. The stuffing stays nice and moist, while the topping gets crunchy.-Bernice Morris, Marshfield, Missouri
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I inherited this recipe for baked dessert apples from my grandmother and make it every chance I get, especially in fall.
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I used to make this dish with lots of butter, brown sugar and cream. I slimmed it down and this low-fat version is just as delicious-my family loves it," writes Shannon Abdollmohammadi from Woodinville,...
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I love to make this dish because the flavors jumping around in your mouth keep you coming back bite after bite. Other nuts can be used in place of the pine nuts.-Marsha Gillett, Yukon, Oklahoma
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I've been making this casserole for a few years now. It's rich, creamy and comforting.
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I made this recipe into a family favorite. We have a big garden each year, so most of the ingredients come right from the garden.
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"Refried beans were a staple in our home when I was growing up, but the dish my dad made called for crisp bacon and bacon fat," writes Michelle Martinez of Albany, New York. "Being health-conscious, I...
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I like this recipe because it can be prepared for two, or easily increased to accommodate a large gathering. The color and taste of sweet potatoes make them a must for any holiday dinner!
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Vine-ripened tomatoes filled with sausage and corn bread taste out of this world. They're terrific as a first course or partnered with grilled meat or shrimp. -Marie Rizzio, Interlochen, Michigan
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I grow a lot of mint, so I'm always looking for creative way to cook with it. This delicious recipe is my son's favorite way to eat carrots.-Sue Gronholz, Beaver Dam, Wisconsin
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This side dish is a tasty way to use extra zucchini. The tomatoes and corn add color, while the oregano adds great flavor. Plus, it's so quick and easy to make.
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These green beans with pomegranate seeds are one of the simplest dishes to make. I made them for Rosh Hashanah this year and they were a hit. Nobody believed there were just 5 ingredients! —Dalya...
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I wanted to up my veggie game, so I smothered Brussels sprouts with garlic and goat cheese. It's really a side dish, but I love to eat it for lunch! -Brenda Williams, Santa Maria, California
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These stuffed sweet potatoes are the perfect holiday side dish. Try preparing them ahead of time in the morning and then bake just before serving. -Joan Hallford, North Richland Hills, Texas
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The secret of good chips is to cook them twice at two different temperatures, so you will need a deep pan and a thermometer for this recipe.
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