"This unique relish adds a lively twist to any dinner," assures Marie Hattrup of Sparks, Nevada
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Try this green bean casserole and you'll never go back to the old stuff. - Laura Fall-Sutton, Buhl, Idaho
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I first came across this recipe while visiting my wife's family in Buck's County, PA. It goes great with Thanksgiving dinner as a side dish. The original recipe was savory and comes from Eastern Europe...
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Delicious and beautiful! Strawberries and avocado on top of romaine drizzled with a honey vinaigrette dressing. Perfect with a grilled steak and crusty bread.-Pam Nordahl, Edina, Minnesota
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Jane Kittle of Columbia Cross Roads, Pennsylvania sends her not-so-candied carrots she fixes for her diabetic husband. She writes, "It's great for him, but it's something we all enjoy!"
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The next time you're craving fries, opt for these speedy, health-conscious wedges that bake in the oven. They're just as tasty as deep-fried versions and made with less mess. -Pat Fredericks, Oak Creek,...
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Not only is this salad wonderfully colorful, it takes very little time to prepare. I like to serve it for luncheons or light suppers...it's sure to please pasta lovers!
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My mom made the most delicious noodles using our own farm-fresh eggs. She rolled out the dough paper-thin on our big dining room table.-Karen Ann Bland, Gove, Kansas
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This saucy dish is flavorful and filling, chock-full of ground beef, bacon and four varieties of beans. I've had the recipe for years, and I make it often for big appetites at home and for potlucks at...
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The great citrus flavor in this side dish really perks up green beans. Try using lemon peel, or a combination of orange and lemon, too.
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This is my all-time favorite spinach recipe. Even my kids liked it when they were little. You are sure to love it.-Janet Hornsby, Palmyra, Indiana
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Spinach is an abundant vegetable grown here in our state. I make this side dish often when spinach is in season.
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Tired of the same old marshmallows on your sweet potatoes? Set this rich, tasty side dish beside the turkey this year and introduce your family to a new favorite. -Amanda Dalvine, Orange Park, Florida
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You don't often think of casseroles to serve in summertime, but this one is scrumptious with fresh-from-the-garden tomatoes.-Elaine Seip, Medicine Hat, Alberta
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This is how my mom always made green beans. She got the recipe from a neighbor when we lived in Turkey. Make a double batch as they make an excellent healthy snack straight from the fridge. Add a thinly...
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My father's dressing bakes separately from the turkey and is simply delicious. The secret is to prepare the corn bread first, let it cool and then crumble it to form the base for the rest of the ingredients....
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From Broken Arrow, Oklahoma, Gail Smrtic shares this colorful casserole that makes the most of fresh summer squash. A handful of chopped pecans adds a nutty crunch to the creamy side dish.
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Turn a baked potato into a light meal in minutes with this creamy and delicious tuna topping from Bobby Taylor in Michigan City, Indiana. Serve this tasty twist on twice-baked potatoes with a leafy green...
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This scrumptious casserole combines pumpkin and two other kinds of squash in a creamy, savory mix. The recipe also would work with other squash combos, or just one type instead of three. Have fun with...
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This fluffy salad is a welcome treat on warm Texas afternoons. Because there's a blueberry orchard near our home, we often pick up berries to use in this recipe and others. When blueberries and strawberries...
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The deep red of the cranberries and red cabbage makes this a perfect fit for a Christmas spread. Adults and children love this dish, and I'm often asked to bring it to potlucks and other big dinners. Refrigerate...
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Sweet bell peppers are a good source of vitamin C, which helps the body fight infection and absorb folate and iron. And what bright flavor and color! -Tammi Kettenbach, Jerseyville, Illinois
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For as long as I can remember, Mom made a salad of tomatoes and cucumbers. Now I make it whenever beautiful tomatoes are in reach. -Shannon Arthur, Upper Arlington, Ohio
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This pretty side dish goes well with just about any main course...and it even makes a fantastic meatless entree! Featuring colorful produce, toasted almonds and a creamy sauce, it's sure to satisfy.
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Once a week I create a new recipe for my blog, An Officer and a Vegan. I first made this risotto when I needed something cheerful and comforting. It would be fantastic with asparagus, zucchini or summer...
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Need a last-minute side dish to round out your meal? This quick and cheesy recipe from Brenda Biron in Sydney, Nova Scotia can be table-ready in minutes! It's also yummy with broccoli instead of cauliflower,...
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With mild herb flavor and crunchy texture, these baby carrots make a delightful addition to an appetizer tray or a casual meal. Plan ahead because they need to chill for several hours. -Audrey Cremer,...
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Give roasted veggies an Italian accent with salad dressing mix and shredded mozzarella, then fold them into flour tortillas. "My husband and I really enjoy the assortment of vegetables in these handheld...
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This warm dish of lightly sauteed tomatoes and a tangy sauce is very tasty and quick to make. I occasionally use both red and green tomatoes to add even more color.
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This colorful casserole is a standout from my mother's collection of family recipes. Excellent texture and taste guarantee it won't play second fiddle to either the turkey or the pumpkin pie! -Charlene...
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If mashed potatoes are a must at your family Thanksgiving, then why not go all out with the works? I love garlic, onions and bacon, and this dish has all three! -Kathy Harding, Richmond, Missouri
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"My family really enjoys this hearty dish," writes Kate Selner from her home in Lino Lakes, Minnesota. "It makes a delicious side with grilled chicken or a filling main course when served with a salad...
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Corn has been a staple for generations in my family. This comforting dish from my grandma was a part of our meals for years and shared at gatherings. I hope to one day pass this recipe onto my granddaughter.-P...
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Even those who don't generally care for cooked cabbage seem to like it this way.-Mildred Fowler, Thomaston, Georgia
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Bulgur Pilaf is a Middle Eastern dish made with vegetables and spices. It's made in three easy steps and takes less than 25 minutes!
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I couldn't "sell" cauliflower to my daughters until I came up with this saucy casserole. Then they requested it. It appeals to kids' tastes, even with vegetables they don't usually eat.-Barbara Jaggers,...
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"While cleaning the freezer one day, I uncovered extra filling I had used in an appetizer. I decided to add it to the mashed potatoes for dinner...and it became an immediate favorite," relates Laurie Balcom...
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With beef and smoked sausage, this meaty dressing is different from many other dressing and stuffing recipes. It's delicious alongside roasted chicken or turkey for holidays or any occasion. I like to...
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I don't like sweet potatoes, so when my cousin served these last Thanksgiving, I took some just to be polite. The delectable blend of maple, apricot and ginger flavors made me go back for seconds!
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This cheddar corn pudding can be prepared ahead and refrigerated overnight. Remove from the refrigerator for 30 minutes before baking. -Lynn Albright, Fremont, Nebraska
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I adapted this recipe from one that came with our microwave oven. The results were delicious.-Mary Hufford-Baker, Sweet Home, Oregon
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Sourdough's tangy chewiness gives this stuffing texture, while sausage makes it hearty and mushrooms and cranberries lend an earthy sweetness. -Jennifer Brazell, Lewiston, Idaho
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I always have pearl onions on hand to add to stews and vegetable dishes-they're great pickled, too. Every Thanksgiving, I make this glazed onion dish. It can easily be made ahead and reheated. -Ann Sheehy,...
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"I've been making this comforting noodle and vegetable side dish for more than 10 years. It travels well and is always popular," notes Ellie Marsh of Lewistown, Pennsylvania.
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I followed the lead of cooks of Old West cattle ranges to come up with these savory beans. Sweet and smoky, they're made extra hearty by the addition of sausage. -Nancy Moore, Bucklin, Kansas
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