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Microwave Broccoli and Rice

From Cleveland, Oklahoma, Shirley Tockey shares this speedy side dish that's sized right for two. Broccoli and instant rice made it perfect alongside most any entree, and using the microwave helps you...

Author: Taste of Home

Italian Vegetable Saute

"This speedy side dish is loaded with flavor," comments Kenda Nicholson, Honey Grove, Texas. "It's a wonderful way to use up garden bounty-the recipe was the result of an abundant crop of green peppers...

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One pot broccoli cheese brown rice

This warm and cheesy one-pot broccoli cheese brown rice is an easy, healthy, delicious side dish with both veggies and whole grains! Kids love it too!

Author: Kathryn

Mashed Potatoes with Cucumber

The first time I tasted this combination was 53 years ago at my mother-in-law's house. My husband assured me I'd love this side dish and he was right. I changed the recipe slightly and like to make it...

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Warm Cabbage Slaw with Bacon Dressing

This is an easy side dish to serve with pork chops, sausages, or any roasted meat.

Author: Ruth Lively

Curry Vegetable Basmati Rice

Vegetables and basmati rice are cooked with curry powder that will pair so well with any chicken, beef or fish dish.

Author: Janette

Hearty Vegetable Casserole

This layered dinner is a handy one-dish meal with lots of fall vegetables. It's gone to many potluck meals at our church.-Bill Cowan, Hanover, Ontario

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Vegetable Medley Pasta Side Dish

This nutritious blend of pasta and veggies makes a versatile and colorful side dish with a variety of entrees. Debbie Balta - Elizabeth, Pennsylvania

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Viva Panzanella

Add some white beans, and suddenly the traditional Italian bread and tomato salad is filling enough to stand on its own. It's a great way to use fresh tomatoes from the garden or farmers market. -Patricia...

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Asian Black Rice Salad with Ginger Orange Dressing

Asian Black Rice Salad with Ginger Orange Dressing is an easy black rice salad packed with edamame, crunchy vegetables, and plenty of Asian flavor!

Author: Marcie

Greek Tomatoes

"This recipe is quick and easy, and especially good if you use homegrown tomatoes," says Marilyn Morel of Keene, New Hampshire. "I like to serve this savory side at family barbecues or on camping trips....

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Fancy French Beans

When she's entertaining, June Mullins of Livonia, Missouri often serves this popular side dish. "Water chestnuts, bean sprouts and almonds add crunch," she says. "If you'd like the mixture a little creamier,...

Author: Taste of Home

Root for Winter Vegetables

This medley is an updated version of a recipe my mom grew up with. It's my favorite way to prepare veggies and is marvelous with a batch of hot rolls. -Julie Butler, Puyallup, Washington

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Pickled Korean Radish Easy and Delicious

Learn to make this sweet and tangy pickled Korean radish (daikon) that goes perfectly with Korean fried chicken! So easy, it takes less than 5 minutes to put it all together.

Author: Ana Yokota

Veggie Rice Saute

I CAME UP with this recipe one day when I had nothing but burgers to cook on the grill and not enough of any one vegetable. It was so tasty we ate almost all of it and the little bit that was leftover...

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Spiced Pear Risotto

We love risotto and are always in search of fun and different ways to prepare it. I like to serve this fruity version with pork tenderloin.-Kim Berto, Port Orchard, Washington

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Favorite Scalloped Potatoes

-Lucinda Isenberg, Fairmont, Minnesota

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Mashed Peppery Turnips

I created this recipe in an attempt to use up a great turnip harvest from our garden, and to lighten up one of our favorite dishes. By using turnips in place of potatoes, I made a low-carb side. Now we...

Author: Taste of Home

Pasta and Herbs

This is a very good substitute for your regular potatoes or rice when you serve any kind of meat. Your pasta can be fresh or dry; so can your herbs. Let me tell you that fresh or homemade pasta with fresh...

Author: Lise Peter

Refried Black Beans

A healthier, low fat refried black beans recipe made with canned black beans, onion, garlic, and diced green chiles.

Author: Mason Woodruff

Creamed Celery and Peas

This special side dish never fails to have people returning for more. The celery and almonds provide a great crunch. It tastes impressive, but it's very simple to prepare. -Dorothy Pritchett, Wills Point,...

Author: Taste of Home

How to Make Fresh Blue Corn Tortillas at Home

Fresh blue corn tortillas represent the taste and aromas of everything good about Mexican cooking.

Author: Compass & Fork

Spaetzle Swabian Style

Author: Angela Schofield

Holiday Rice Salad

It's nice to prepare a cold salad like this when entertaining because it can be made ahead and doesn't take up valuable oven space.

Author: Taste of Home

Sweet Tart Harvard Beets

These saucy sweet-tart beets with their deep cherry color will have folks talking at your next dinner party! Serve them warm as a side dish or chilled in a salad with cottage cheese. -Nancy Griffin, Simpsonville,...

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Armenian Okra

We always use fresh okra in from our garden for this recipe when I was a kid, but I've found that frozen, thawed okra works fine, too. To get the full effect, you must spoon this over the rice pilaf so...

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Sweet Potato Latkes

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Autumn Vegetable Mash

I stop mashing before the veggies get too smooth because I like a chunky texture. But go ahead and keep mashing if you like them smoother in this dish. -Dana Balter, Naples, Florida

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Sweet 'n' Tender Carrots

Barbara Schindler of Napoleon, OH uses lemon-lime soda to really perk up the flavor of carrots. This bright side-dish is fast, hands-off, and notes Barbara, "it's a great way to get your children to eat...

Author: Taste of Home

Grilled Whole Roasted Cauliflower

This Grilled Whole Cauliflower is easier than you can possible imagine, as minimum prep work is required and it is served family style for a simple side.

Author: Hey Grill Hey

Cran Apple Wild Rice

If you'd like a change of pace from stuffing, try this delightful wild rice side. It has flecks of red from dried cranberries and touch of sweetness. It goes great with a variety of meats and poultry,...

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Mushroom Pasta Pilaf

This simmered side dish is an excellent complement to Mom's shish kabobs or any beef main dish. Tiny pieces of pasta pick up bold seasoning from mushrooms, onions and Worcestershire sauce. It makes a delightful...

Author: Taste of Home

Blueberry Spinach Salad Recipe

This Blueberry Spinach Salad Recipe with Blueberry Vinaigrette is fresh nutritious salad that makes a great side dish or meal.

Author: Nicole Harris

Herbed Green Beans

From Marshfield, Missouri, Bernice Morris writes, "The herb butter makes this green bean side dish so pleasant. I always serve it with a ham dinner...don't forget the hot rolls!"

Author: Taste of Home

Jiffy Corn Casserole

Jiffy Corn Casserole is a classic for a reason! This side dish is easy to make and is a favorite for weeknights and holidays alike!

Author: Jamie Lothridge

Cinnamon Sweet Potato Casserole

This is my favorite sweet potato recipe. I got it years ago and revised it to include cinnamon and cardamon. -Verona Wilder, Marble Hill, Missouri

Author: Taste of Home

Apple 'n' Pepper Saute

This colorful side dish blends apple slices, red onion rings and sweet pepper strips in a light soy sauce and herb glaze. This crisp-tender toss is from Emily Guidry of Breaux Bridge, Louisiana.

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Korean Macaroni Salad

Easy Korean style macaroni salad recipe

Author: Sue | My Korean Kitchen

Twice Baked Potatoes with Fresh Horseradish

Peeled and freshly grated horseradish root has a hot pungency and underlying sweetness that few condiments can match. Heat reduces the root's potency, and cooking it until soft will imbue it with a mild,...

Author: Melissa Pellegrino

Cranburgers with Sweet Potato Fries

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Peachy Carrots

This microwavable side dish only requires only three simple ingredients.-Agnes Golian, Garfield Heights, Ohio

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Honey Orange Winter Vegetable Medley

Tossed in sweet-savory sauce, this hearty veggie side makes a lovely addition to a holiday dinner. -Jennifer Coduto, Kent, Ohio

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Elegant Artichokes

Artichokes add an elegant touch to any meal. This recipe has a special twist with the addition of a tangy lemon dressing. - Pat Stevens, Granbury, Texas

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Autumn Beans

Long ago, Johnny Appleseed passed through this part of the country. Now, nearly every hill is crowned with ancient apple trees. Cider is abundant in the fall, and my family looks forward to having it in...

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Makeover Cheddar Tot Casserole

This delicious dish is truly comfort food at its finest. Sour cream, butter and cream of chicken soup combine with Tater Tots to create a creamy, filling base. Then it's topped with crushed potato chips...

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Rigatoni Chard Toss

I had to get my firefighter husband to eat more fruits and veggies to lower his cholesterol and triglycerides. Fresh chard and tomatoes add a lot of fiber and vitamins to our diets, but we love this recipe...

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Greek Lemon Rice Pilaf

Rice and orzo pasta are toasted, then simmered in broth and lemon juice, before being tossed with fresh herbs in this refreshing and delicious side dish.

Author: Danelle

Dutch Oven Roasted Beets Recipe

These Dutch oven roasted beets will add a little sweetness and a pop of color to your dinner table. They make the perfect healthy side dish!

Author: Cheryl Najafi