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Southwestern Sauteed Corn

My mother-in-law came up with this corn skillet dish one night for dinner. Everyone who tries it absolutely loves it! -Chandy Ward, Aumsville, Oregon

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Butternut Squash Apple Bake

Even those who aren't fans of squash enjoy this side dish. Sweet slices of butternut squash are topped with apples covered in a cinnamon-sugar glaze for a quick and easy dinner accompaniment. -Ellie Klopping,...

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Creamed Pearl Onions

When our children were small, we always celebrated Christmas at our house. This was one of many recipes I relied on that could be prepared a day in advance, which gave me more time to spend with guests....

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Garlic Mashed Red Potatoes

These creamy garlic mashed potatoes are so good, you can serve them plain-no butter or gravy is needed. This is one of our favorite red potato recipes. -Valerie Mitchell, Olathe, Kansas

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Vegetable Kabobs

Grilling is a delightful way of preparing the season's freshest produce. The zesty Italian marinade adds just the right amount of spice to the appealing assortment of vegetables.

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Stewed Tomatoes

This fast and yummy side is so easy to make, it will be ready in no time. It is good way to use some of your garden-fresh tomatoes.-Myra Innes, Auburn, Kansas

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Tomato Zucchini Casserole

This recipe is always a hit. In fact, I usually have to double it, and still there are no leftovers. The crumb topping is flavored with bits of onion.-Alison Relkov, Cochrane, Alberta

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Tomato Pie

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Baked Potato Casserole

I created this baked potato casserole with input from friends and neighbors. It makes a great side dish for special meals. - Karen Berlekamp, Maineville, Ohio

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Super Simple Garlic Broccoli

My kids love broccoli, especially with lots of garlic. It's great for a special occasion, but it's so quick that I usually fix it once a week in our home. Everyone gobbles it up. -Caramia Sommers, Oswego,...

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Stuffed Onions

My husband, a pastor, was once paid in onions and potatoes by a little community. That's when I discovered this recipe. Baked with a tasty stuffing, the onions are mellow and tender.-Cathy Gilpin, Alamosa,...

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Perfect Potato Pancakes

I like to serve these potato pancakes with barbecued sausage. They're also nice with baked ham and applesauce or with breakfast sausages. And, with these and other types of meals, they're a good alternative...

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Carrot Casserole

Whenever I make this dish, people rave about how good it is. One friend told me, "I don't usually eat carrots, but this is delicious!" That made my day.

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Baked Potato Wedges

These oven roasted potato wedges taste just like the deep-fried kind, but they're easier and less messy to make. They're great served with fish or any meat dish. -Melody Haney, Barberton, Ohio

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Savory Herb Rice

"I got this recipe from the mother of one of my college roommates many years ago and filed it away," writes Suzy Mercker of Lawrenceville, Georgia. "I found it one night by accident and made it for dinner....

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Sweet and Spicy Baked Beans

This recipe is a hit with guests and family. It's sweet, simple and delicious, and someone always asks for the recipe. -Elliot Wesen, Arlington, Texas

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Grilled Cabbage

The first time I made this, I couldn't believe how good it was! We served it with grilled burgers and our dinner was complete. I never thought I'd skip dessert because I was full from too much cabbage!...

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Colcannon Potatoes

Every Irish family has its own colcannon recipe, since it's a classic dish. My recipe comes from my father's family in Ireland. It's part of my St. Pat's menu, along with lamb chops, carrots and soda bread....

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Tzimmes

I found this tzimmes recipe a long time ago. It has become our traditional side dish for every holiday feast and is a favorite of young and old alike. It also complements chicken or turkey quite well....

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Cheesy Broccoli Cauliflower Casserole

After I found this broccoli cauliflower casserole in an old church cookbook, I adjusted it to make it lower in calories and fat. The creamy cheese sauce makes it a tasty way to get children to eat their...

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Cheesy Hash Potato Casserole

A friend gave this recipe to me and I've made it often. I've tried others, but always go back to this one. It's great when you need to feed a large gathering.

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Bacon, Cabbage and Noodles

I received this fried cabbage and noodles recipe from a friend of Hungarian descent. Some folks turn up their noses when it is presented, but after one taste, they always come back for seconds...and thirds!...

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Creamy Jalapeno Corn

This comforting and creamy corn side dish is appealing to almost everyone. It gets its spicy kick from jalapeno peppers.-Judy Carty, Wichita, Kansas

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Buttery Garlic Potatoes

My husband and three boys all love oven-roasted potatoes. But I work full-time, so once I get home and start dinner, I usually don't have time to make them. I whipped up this quick and very tasty microwave...

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Asparagus Stir Fry

Fresh asparagus is a rarity in our small town, but when I find it at the store, I make this colorful asparagus stir-fry. Even folks who don't like veggies will enjoy this dish. -Judy Stashko, Mayerthorpe,...

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Old Fashioned Macaroni and Cheese

Bring back the taste of days gone by with this ooey-gooey mac-and-cheese classic. A little ground mustard and hot pepper sauce give it just the right spice. -James Backman, Centralia, Washington

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Mashed Carrots and Turnips

This recipe has been in my family for years. It's an inexpensive and easy dish to prepare.

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Tomato Casserole

Fresh tomatoes star in this delicious casserole from Debbie Campbell of Peterborough, Ontario. "This is a great side dish, very simple and fast," she says. "It's especially tasty when tomatoes are from...

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Marshmallow Fruit Salad

Christine Mills relies on convenient cans of pineapple chunks, fruit cocktail and mandarin oranges to speed up this marshmallow fluff. The Buffalo, New York subscriber dresses up the salad a bit by stirring...

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Stovetop Macaroni and Cheese

When I was a girl, Mama used Texas longhorn cheese in this recipe. After it melted all over the macaroni, I loved to dig in and see how many strings of cheese would follow my spoonful. -Imogene Hutton,...

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Corn and Bacon Casserole

Corn is my three boy's favorite vegetables, so we eat a lot of it. This recipe has been a favorite for years. My husband, Bob, and the boys really enjoy it.

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Sweet Corn Tomato Salad

I always make this for family events and parties. It reminds me of all the fun barbecues and picnics over the years. Fresh corn and basil make a huge difference in this recipe. -Jessica Kleinbaum, Plant...

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Spanish Rice

You'll find my easy Spanish rice is better than any boxed mix in grocery stores. Best of all, it can be prepared in the same amount of time as those so-called "quick and easy" boxes. -Anne Yaeger, Washington,...

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Three Bean Baked Beans

I got this recipe from an aunt and made a couple of changes to suit our tastes. With ground beef and bacon mixed in, these satisfying beans are a big hit at backyard barbecues and church picnics. I'm always...

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Gingered Carrots

I first made this original recipe about 40 years ago, and it hasn't failed me yet. The thing I like about the dish is that it isn't plain. The flavorings dress up an "ordinary" vegetable, and put some...

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Baked Sweet Potato Fries

I can never get enough of this baked sweet potato fries recipe! Even though my grocery store sells them in the frozen foods section, I still love to pull them out of my garden and chop them up fresh! -Amber...

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Corn Spoon Bread

This slow-cooked spoon bread is more tender than corn pudding made in the oven, and the cream cheese is a nice addition. -Tamara Ellefson, Frederic, Wisconsin

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Farmhouse Apple Coleslaw

A friend from church gave me this apple coleslaw recipe that her grandmother handed down to her. The flavors complement each other well, while the fruit creates a refreshing change of pace from the usual...

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Citrus Vinaigrette

Tart, tangy and citrusy flavors abound in this quick citrus vinaigrette recipe to whisk together any night of the week you've got the good greens to go with it. —Taste of Home Test Kitchen, Milwaukee,...

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Fried Mashed Potato Balls

Fried mashed potatoes are crisp on the outside and fluffy on the inside. The key to making this recipe is to use chilled, firm mashed potatoes. Serve these fried mashed potato balls with sour cream or...

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Hominy Casserole

I love hominy so I made a casserole featuring it. It is easy to make and I love serving it as a side dish.-Marion Thurman, Crossett, Arkansas

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Basil Baked Tomatoes

This baked tomatoes recipe has been in our family for many years. My mother brought it with her when she came to the United States from Italy. When tomatoes are plentiful, this is a great way to serve...

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Shredded Potato Cakes

Preparing traditional potato pancakes can be a time-consuming process...so you'll really relish this recipe. By using frozen hash browns, these "spudtacular" hot-off-the-griddle pancakes are ready in a...

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Balsamic Green Bean Salad

Serve up those green beans in a whole new way-with a green bean salad recipe! The tangy flavors and crunch of these balsamic green beans complement any special meal or holiday potluck. -Megan Spencer,...

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Chinese Coleslaw

We use this recipe a lot, especially in the summer. Everyone in the family enjoys it. It's great for barbecues, served with chicken and a little bread.

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Air Fryer Sweet Potato Fries

I can never get enough of these air-fryer sweet potato fries! Even though my grocery store sells them in the frozen foods section, I still love to pull sweet potatoes out of my garden and chop them up...

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Oven Roasted Spiced Carrots

I started roasting veggies and serving them often with dinner. Now my children say, "Is it OK to finish the veggies?" Pinch me. -Joan Duckworth, Lee's Summit, Missouri

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Smoky White Beans & Ham

I had never made or eaten this dish before meeting my husband here in Kentucky. Now I make it at least once a week. I serve it with some homemade sweet cornbread. Delicious! -Christine Duffy, Sturgis,...

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Baked Corn Pudding

Here's a sweet corn pudding that can turn even ordinary meals into something to celebrate. A yuletide favorite with our entire family, this baked corn casserole spoons up as sweet and creamy as custard....

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