If you're looking for a filling side dish, this recipe fits the bill. It combines nutritious vegetables and hearty noodles in a delectable cream sauce. Whenever I serve this dish, it gets passed around...
Here's a delightful entree with a healthy dose of vegetables. "I like making these savory patties for a quick dinner," notes Rosie Hostetler of Sumter, South Carolina.
This is one comforting side dish that you can prepare ahead. My brother was always quick to dive into these creamy and fluffy potatoes when Mom served them with dinner. My sisters and I kept our eyes on...
My creamy, comforting side dish wonderfully rounds out any holiday dinner. Just a little of this rich casserole goes a long way. -Jennifer Bley, Austin, Texas
This fruit salad is a tradition on my Christmas table. It goes together quickly, which is a plus on such a busy day. -Rousheen Arel Wolf, Delta Junction, Alaska
Our family rarely have her steak without these easy-to-fix potatoes. They're creamy and full of bacon, cheese and onion flavor. -Heather Ahrens Columbus, Ohio
I am a member of a community supported agriculture farm. I once received the most delicious garlic and garden-fresh zucchini in a seasonal box. That's when I came up with this fabulous recipe. -Joe Cherry,...
This yummy rice mixture is a delightful change from our traditional corn bread dressing. To make it a meal in itself, I sometimes add finely chopped cooked chicken and a little more broth before baking....
Meet the Cook: My mother gets the credit for this delicious dish, which is a mainstay at our house. It can be an appetizer or side dish...and is wonderful served with turkey, roast beef and ham. My husband,...
This hearty dish will add pizzazz to your plate with its beautiful blend of flavors and colors. I often serve it as a main course with salad and bread. -Tina Coburn, Tucson, Arizona
I first made this dish for my family and friends one Thanksgiving. Not only are the carrots lovely on the table, they taste terrific, too! -Jeannette Sabo, Lexington Park, Maryland
The first time I bought a red cabbage, I didn't quite know what to do with it. After some experimenting, I came up with this recipe that's now my fall comfort food. As a side, it's compatible with a variety...
As a newlywed, I used to agonize over meal preparation. Now I enjoy trying new recipes, and some - like this tasty side dish - turn out to be very popular with my family. These croquettes are crisp and...
When we were young mothers, I asked my best friend if she had a recipe for an easy ambrosia salad that I could take to a cookout later that evening. She shared this recipe with me and it's become a must-have...
I made this recipe when we invited both our families to celebrate our first Thanksgiving in our new home. There were 37 of us, and those who tried this dish raved about it. -Robin Thompson, Roseville,...
While vacationing in France, I learned the importance of serving foods that look as good as they taste. This simple side dish is colorful and has guests for seconds.-Sarah Burks, Wathena, Kansas
This is one of my family's favorite special occasion dishes. We all love the fresh taste of asparagus and we know it's healthy, too! -Jennifer Clark, Blacksburg, Virginia
While the entree cooks, fix a speedy stovetop side dish of Spicy Carrots. "After my sister brought the carrots to a family gathering, my husband begged me to asked for the recipe," recalls Dawn Flanigan...
Everyone needs a go-to side dish for school events, picnics and potlucks. Here's mine. Freeze leftovers for future outings. -Rod Lundwall, Tooele, Utah
The first version of this salad was an experiment in mixing together some random ingredients I had on hand. It was a success, and several people at the party asked for the recipe...which meant I had to...
Our striking "flag" salad drew plenty of attention at our Independence Day party. The shimmering stripes are formed with distinctive gelatin layers. It makes you want to salute before spooning some up!...
I love tomatoes, and these are healthy and versatile. You can use them in sandwiches or omelets, or to top broiled chicken. -Julie Gomez, Downey, California
This colorful salad is a bright and tasty introduction to a special meal. Dried cranberries and tart apples along with glazed walnuts and rich blue cheese add interest to the mix.-Gretchen Farr, Port Orford,...
This colorful stir-fry comes together in no time with leftover long grain rice. Quick and easy, it's a family favorite that takes just minutes to prepare. -Gloria Warczak, Cedarburg, Wisconsin
For a time-saving addition to supper, Myra Innes seasons broccoli spears with lemon, soy sauce and sesame seeds. It's a nice change from plain broccoli," she writes from Auburn, Kansas.
Cream cheese, Parmesan and mozzarella make this dish wonderfully cheesy. Sprinkle it with french-fried onions for a crisp boost of flavor. -Kathy Vazquez, Amarillo, Texas
"This is my family's favorite side dish any tome of year. It's especially good when fresh produce is in season," says Marcia Nelson from Ponca City, Oklahoma. Brown sugar adds a hint of sweetness to the...
This side dish is our favorite way to fix summer vegetables. Cleanup is a breeze because it cooks in foil. It goes from garden to table in under an hour, and makes a great accompaniment to grilled steak...
LIKE MOST women of her generation, my husband's grandmother was a "no-measure cook". This recipe of hers suffered as it was handed down, so I made an effort to work out the kinks. Finally, my husband pronounced...
My family loves pasta! This simple dish is always a hit, especially during the spring when sugar snap peas are the sweetest. To keep us from getting in a rut, I change up the flavors. -Crystal Jo Bruns,...
I used to make the same old dressing every year for Thanksgiving. About 10 years ago, I decided to jazz up my recipe by adding pork sausage. Now everyone requests it for all our holiday meals. -Ursula...
"I was surprised to see how quickly my friends gobbled this dish up," chuckles Sue Davis, Wausau, Wisconsin. "Excusing myself, I flew into the kitchen, chopped up more onions and apples, quickly fried...
I don't usually create my own recipes, but this one passed my palate test. It offers a buttery flavor that those of us who are watching our weight miss at times. -Heather Ratigan of Kaufman, Texas
"This is a good way to spice up plain instant potatoes. I prepare these when I'm running out of time to get dinner on the table but want something that still tastes homemade." Carolyn Coop - Stuarts Draft,...
Although he isn't a fan of spinach, my husband loves this dish. The combination of ingredients may sound unusual, but the flavors meld well. It's an excellent side vegetable for a formal dinner. -Judy...
This pretty pink mixture, rich with yummy fruit and nuts, is sure to disappear in a hurry. It's a sweet and speedy treat that can be served as a dessert or salad. -Anne Powers, Munford, Alabama
Butternut squash sprinkled with Parmesan and bread crumbs makes a superb side dish we love to share. Using the microwave cuts down on long roasting time. -Jackie O'Callaghan, West Lafayette, Indiana
Yum! You'll never want plain mashed potatoes again after mixing in garlic, sour cream and rosemary. They don't even need gravy. -Marlena Reed, West Jordan, Utah
This savory dish is a hit at every church dinner. Adjust the seasonings as you please to make the recipe your own. -Amy Inman, Hiddenite, North Carolina
"Fresh rosemary is the key to these savory and colorful potatoes. You can substitute carrots for the sweet potatoes with equally tasty and beautiful results." Shannon Koene - Blacksburg, Virginia
Tossing the cooked potatoes with stock and wine right after you drain them infuses them with flavor. The liquid absorbs like magic. -George Levinthal, Goleta, California
Anything can be in a rice pilaf. Adding peas and baby portobello mushrooms gives it a springlike burst of color and a variety of textures. -Stacy Mullens, Gresham, Oregon