Well, when low on cash, cheese spaghetti is quick, filling, cheap and very tasty -- not a great choice for the lactose intolerant. Use your desired amount of cheese (1 lb of cheese would be the most),...
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I made this potato salad recipe when I worked in a small hospital. It was served in the cafeteria and to patients that were on diabetic, AHA and regular diets. -Dorothy Bayes, Sardis, Ohio
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Cream cheese and a can of cheese soup turn ordinary sliced potatoes into a rich side dish that's perfect accompaniment to almost any meal. -Tonya Vowels, Vine Grove, Kentucky
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This irresistible combo could become your new signature snack food. Park the spicy baked chips next to a bowl of the cool, creamy dip and let the gang have at it. What a fantastic twist on traditional...
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Since my husband and I love to grill meats, we're always looking for easy side dishes that cook on the grill, too. So I came up with this simple recipe for hash browns. There are never any leftovers. -Kelly...
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A kid-pleaser and the perfect comfort food, this gooey orzo casserole is a complete meal in one. For an extra homey touch, I make mine in my favorite hand-me-down casserole dish from my Grandma Laverne....
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Flavorful bacon and a sweet sauce spark the flavor of this delicious dish. It takes only minutes to stir together this speedy side, making it perfect for potlucks.-Linda Hartsell, Apple Creek, Ohio
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This is something my mom makes as a side dish for meats. The sweetness of the potatoes is perfectly complemented by the hint of lime and cilantro! It is wonderful and easy to make. If you like, an additional...
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This classic combination of peas and carrots is enriched with a handful of flavor enhancers. Slow cooking allows the ingredients to meld for maximum richness. -Theresa Kreyche, Tustin, California
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These green beans travel so well because they can either be served at room temperature or reheated at the party. -Christine Bergman, Suwanee, Georgia
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This tasty side dish frees up your stove or oven. The vegetables come out tender, and the onion soup mix and onion add lots of flavor to the broth.-Ann Yarber, Goldsby, Oklahoma
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In Mexico, grilled corn sometimes comes slathered in mayonnaise, rolled in grated cheese and served with lime and chili powder. This is my family's take on the dish, with our own flavor enhancements. -Carolyn...
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Take a break from usual baked potatoes-and keep the oven cool in the meantime-by cooking these spectacular "spuds" on the grill. Since there's no need to boil the potatoes ahead of time, this tasty, no-fuss...
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A standout cauliflower side is easy to prepare with just a few ingredients. Crushed red pepper flakes add a touch of heat. -Susan Hein, Burlington, Wisconsin
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I love combining different foods to see what I can come up with. I put last night's mashed potatoes to delicious use in these slightly crisp golden brown cakes. -Carolyn Wilson, Lyndon, Kansas
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"When I come home from work, I start cooking rice for this meatless casserole right away," mentions Kathy Prado of Fort Worth, Texas. "The rest is a breeze, because it's just opening cans and mixing. That's...
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Cheesy chicken and broccoli bakes are the ultimate comfort food, but I wanted to give the classic casserole a healthier spin. Mine cuts down on fat and calories, but keeps the same cozy flavor. -Jenny...
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Leeks have a delicious oniony flavor and they are so wonderful in this side dish. The mustard sauce compliments the leeks flavor well and it goes well with many main dishes.-Taste of Home Test Kitchen,...
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This deep tomato-red sauce is sure to be a family favorite it you're looking for a low-carb, meatless pasta topping, relates Antoinette Ronzio of North Providence, Rhode Island. Made with roasted red peppers...
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The creamy texture flavored with the roasted garlic makes this potato side dish a winner. It's easy to prepare and a perfect choice to accompany a hearty meat entree.
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Our garden is a big inspiration when I'm cooking. This recipe turns produce from my husband's potato patch into a side dish we want to eat at every meal. -Lori Daniels, Beverly, West Virginia
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I spent hours in search of sides for a cooking demo to present to women from my church. These easy green beans became my star attraction. -Alice White, Willow Spring, North Carolina
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Baking enhances the natural sweetness of my family's favorite Vidalia onions. Perfect alongside beef entrees, this side dish has a similar taste to French onion soup.-Ann Yarber, Goldsby, Oklahoma
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I found this recipe in an old community cookbook that I paid 50 cents for at a garage sale! My husband just loves it!-Michele Cornish, Blairstown, New Jersey
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Teenagers will have fun melting the red cinnamon candies that give bright color to these tender apples. "Serve this a salad or a side dish to accompany pork." -Alma Dinsmore of Lebanon, Indiana
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Instant rice an convenient canned goods simplify the stovetop preparation of this tangy side dish from Flo Burtnett of Gage, Oklahoma. Its traditional taste makes it a perfect accompaniment to the Mexican-style...
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To accompany the main dish, serve Sesame Carrot Slices shared by Jacqueline Thompson Graves of Cumming, Georgia. The sweet carrot coins are cooked on the stovetop until crisp-tender and are dressed up...
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There's no need to dip these flavor-packed carrots in a creamy dip-they're already sauteed in delicious ranch dressing mix. You and your crew will love 'em! -Taste of Home Test Kitchen
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Though our two children (now grown; we have one granddaughter) dislike bananas, they've always enjoyed this. It's been a standby since my grandmother shared the recipe before I was married. Cooking is...
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This economical side dish dresses up a plain vegetable to make it extra special for your family.-Norma Apel, Dubuque, Iowa
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I shared this recipe with a friend a while back. Now we kid about who will make it when we're attending the same event! No matter who brings the salad, it's always a hit at get-togethers. -Doreen Storz...
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Sweet potatoes and tart cranberries are a feast for the eyes and the palate in this beautiful side dish. -Patricia Kile, Elizabethtown, Pennsylvania
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Classic American mashed potatoes take a trip to Italy with the flavors of olive oil, garlic, and pancetta. -Bryan Kennedy, Kaneohe, Hawaii
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I enjoy experimenting with new recipes and that's how I came up with this meal-in-one squash idea. Ham, mustard, apples and brown sugar go so well with butternut squash.-Bev Spain, Belleville, Ohio
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My family's favorite rice dish is this tempting medley of white, brown and wild rice. I prepare it as a side dish or a stuffing. In fall I add chopped dried apricots, and for the holidays I mix in dried...
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This is a great grilled side dish with just about any meat. For a variation, add one large baking potato, or mix in asparagus for a veggie extravaganza! -Tara Delgado, Wauseon, Ohio
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Canned artichoke hearts bring a tangy taste to tangy orzo pasta in this side dish. "This saute is quick and easy...and tasty, too," writes Stacy Crochet of Watertown, Connecticut.
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Heading to a potluck and need something to share? Tangy lemon dressing over cool orzo and vegetables is everything you want in a light side dish. -Terri Crandall, Gardnerville, Nevada
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My husband, Avi, and I carry prepare these delicious latkes with our children, Sara, 10, and Yaakov, 5. This year, Sara is old enough to help make the latkes (the oil can get very hot, so be careful)....
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Add a hint of citrus to your vegetables with an attractive side dish. Ideal with most any entree, this time-saving specialty dresses up broccoli, pimientos and onions with a dash of lemon. -Tonya Farmer,...
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If I ask our two girls (ages 7 and 14) what to fix for a special meal, this dish is always requested. I discovered this slightly sweet and crunchy-topped casserole at a church dinner about 10 years ago,...
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I designed this portobello gratin as sort of a mix between my zucchini gratin and my bell pepper gratin with fennel and mushrooms. It's a robust blend of earthy flavors topped with the classic gratin cheese,...
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This recipe is a tradition in my husband's family for holiday meals. It is so easy to prepare, and everyone always loves it!-Marty Rummel, Trout Lake, Washington
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This dish complements fish nicely, and with just five ingredients, it's a snap to prepare.-Judie Anglen, Riverton, Wyoming
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You'll receive raves every time you make these delicious potatoes. They have a crispy cheese coating but are tender inside.
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Carrots slow-cooked with chutney, Dijon and ginger make a zippy side for a barbecue or potluck. We love serving these carrots with grilled chicken or beef roast. -Nancy Heishman, Las Vegas, Nevada
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