Here is an experimental recipe that turned out to be a huge hit! I had many of these ingredients 'left over' from a catered luncheon, and decided to give my creativity a try. My family was glad I did!
Author: ERSTA
Super easy to make, with ingredients everyone has hanging around in the pantry like canned tuna and canned tomatoes! Serve with about 3/4 pound of pasta, preferably penne, fusilli or macaroni, cooked according...
Author: Baje
My husband can't eat tomatoes so I came up with this so we could have Italian once in a while! Serve over cooked pasta or use instead of canned tomatoes or sauce in any recipe - just change the spices!...
Author: Vegan Girl
One would think you spent all day in the kitchen when you serve these potatoes as a side dish. Feel free to season the potato filling to your liking.
Author: SHORECOOK
This is the best cranberry sauce you will ever eat!
Author: Claudia
A thick, rich meat sauce excellent with rigatoni, rotelle or any other thick pasta.
Author: TerryWilson
My grandmother was from Germany and this was her mother's recipe.
Author: SILVANUS
A wonderful side-dish for any southern-style-meal. Goes great with cornbread and fried pork chops!
Author: SAMARTHUR
This is a flavorful curry sauce from a recipe given to me by an Indian friend that's great with chickpeas or vegetables. I love to throw it in the slow cooker with frozen mixed veggies all day for a healthy...
Author: Mary Beth
Chimichurri is a fabulous green sauce that's been steadily growing in popularity across the American restaurant landscape. This herby, garlicky, tangy, spicy, and very green condiment is great on all kinds...
Author: Chef John
Gobble up bits of broccoli covered with an easy cheese sauce and sprinkled with smoky bacon. 15-minute side!
Author: By Betty Crocker Kitchens
While they don't get the same love as French fries, home fries, or steak fries, cottage fries more than hold their own against their potato side dish fraternity brothers.
Author: Chef John
This sweet and tart vinaigrette has an added spicy smokiness from the chipotle chile powder and an earthiness from the cumin. The combination of flavors is delicious on any salad or in a marinade.
Author: Occasional Cooker
Tired of the same old boring spaghetti sauce recipes? I invented this one to satisfy my craving for a meaty, flavorful sauce. Serve with your favorite pasta, topped with grated Parmesan cheese. Freeze...
Author: Stacey Adkins
Mashed potatoes can be made almost completely ahead. Do nearly everything - boil, peel and mash; stir in milk and salt - up to two days ahead. Before serving, reheat. Adding butter at the last minute makes...
Author: Ben S.
This crispy Asian-style refrigerated pickle combination (do chua) is best known as an addition to banh mi sandwiches. You can also add cucumber and onions, if you like. This also works well with BBQ pork...
Author: bd.weld
This a great steak marinade that has citrus and spice flavoring. The sugar will burn quickly on the grill so be mindful of the time the steak is on the grill.
Author: Alan
Great on any Mexican dish. I use any leftover cheese sauce to make enchiladas.
Author: leeleeb
This is a wonderful vinaigrette that my mother invented. It's wonderful as a dressing, but we also use it for chicken marinade and steamed veggies.
Author: SOSARA77
This is a quick and easy side dish that goes perfectly with meats, pastas, and fish. It is a saute of zucchini and summer squash.
Author: Sarah
Mushy Peas are a great side dish with fried cod or salmon. Note: You can add more liquid (water or cream) depending how mushy you want your peas. Use low fat milk if you're calorie-conscious.
Author: Stella
Yummy potato side dish. Goes well with chicken, beef, all the usual suspects. Perfect for Thanksgiving, too!
Author: LAGIRL
This is a healthier and not-so-sweet option for those who prefer sweet potato fries to sweet potato pies. I use organic ingredients, but it is not required!
Author: harmonyb
Moles come in various flavors and ingredients, with chili peppers as the common factor. However, the classic mole version is the variety called mole poblano, which is a dark red or brown sauce served over...
Author: Sherbear1
The orange juice makes this a tasty dish. Even people who are not fond of sweet potatoes like this one. Give it a try!
Author: Cindy Callentine
Our family was visiting, and we went to Disney World on New Year's Day. I just had to have black-eyed peas before midnight. Make it easy, soak black-eyed peas in the slow cooker overnight. This is a little...
Author: PS
My daughters and I love growing heirloom purple hull peas, cowpeas, and black-eyed peas in our garden. This delicious Moroccan-style recipe smells so good while cooking and tastes so yummy.
Author: TGural
Also called Nitsume, Unagi or Kabayaki. It is a sweet and salty sauce that goes great over grilled fish or chicken and is a common drizzle over sushi. Traditionally it is used on Japanese grilled eel and...
Author: noogie01
This simple sauce is made of cream of chicken soup mixed with lemon juice, garlic, and spices. It tastes great on rice, pasta, chicken, or veggies. Also, add a teaspoon or two of basil or Italian seasoning...
Author: Jessica Weber
These grilled carrots have a lovely sweet and smoky caramelized flavor, and are a nice change of pace at a summer cookout or dinner party. Use carrots that are no larger than 3/4-inch thick, or cut larger...
Author: France C
Do your veggies need a little pizzaz? Crushed cereal makes the crunchy topper for this baked side dish.
Author: By Betty Crocker Kitchens
Crispy bread crumbs add a bit of crunch to tender slices of butternut squash seasoned with garlic and Parmesan, making this a can't-miss side that even veggie skeptics adore. It's also easy to make ahead...
Author: Betty Crocker Kitchens
These pickles take two weeks in the refrigerator, but are well worth the wait.
Author: IRENERUSSELL
Colorful relish that's great with peas (purple hull peas are my favorite) and cornbread. It's perfect with hot dogs, or in any recipe that calls for pickle relish.
Author: mbrancherwife
Recipe's been passed down from my great Grandmother (Year 1889). Given to my Grandmother (1906) the only daughter of 17 boys. Both of whom said 'this meal feeds the soul.' Recipe for me allows for no substitutions....
Author: RedChef
This is an extremely easy and fast side dish. It is even good served over pasta.
Author: LORACUS
A combination of apricot preserves, jalapeno peppers, and spices bring together some heat in this savory hot sauce.
Author: Chef Mo
Enjoy our cornbread stuffing at a Thanksgiving banquet or alongside a special Sunday roast. It features bacon, but this can be omitted for a vegetarian stuffing
Author: Liberty Mendez
Roasted sweet potato wedges are a quick, simple, one-serving dish, great for college students!
Author: 90sKid
Sweet apple and noodle dish of east European origin. Kugels can be made in many flavors, both sweet and savory. Serve either warm or cold, as a side dish or a dessert. Like lasagna, kugel tastes better...
Author: northern exposure
This is a great and simple sauce to make. Tastes delicious over any pasta! I especially love it with lobster ravioli.
Author: MARRIED