facebook share image   twitter share image   pinterest share image   E-Mail share image

Lemony Herbed Rice

I substituted reduced-sodium chicken broth for the rich chicken stock that was originally called for in this recipe. It's a great side dish to serve with grilled fish or chicken for a tasty low-fat meal....

Author: Taste of Home

Pizza Pasta Salad

This pasta salad is a popular addition to summer menus. My children love this salad.-Danielle Carpenter, Vienna, West Virginia

Author: Taste of Home

Cheesy Broccoli Pie

Biscuit mix is the secret to the no-fuss crust in the tasty broccoli dish shared by Judy Siegrist of Albuquerque, New Mexico. "There's no need to roll out a crust-it makes its own as it bakes," she says....

Author: Taste of Home

Sweet Potatoes 'n' Pears

Pears add a sweet flavor boost to mashed sweet potatoes.

Author: Taste of Home

Lemon Glazed Carrots and Rutabaga

If you like carrots and rutabagas, this colorful side dish is a real winner.

Author: Taste of Home

Melon and Grape Salad

Fruit salad is a cheery way to round out a potluck. This one-with an easy and refreshing citrus dressing, makes a nice addition to any buffet. -Mary Etta Buran, Olmsted Township, Ohio

Author: Taste of Home

Broccoli Stuffed Potatoes

This is one of my favorite light suppers...an easy spur-of-the-moment meal that satisfies even the heartiest appetites.

Author: Taste of Home

Green Chili Rice

Green Chili Rice is suggested by Sandra Hanson of Emery, South Dakota, a busy mother of triplets. "With only five ingredients, this rich and creamy rice casserole mixes up in a snap. I always get requests...

Author: Taste of Home

Basil Dill Coleslaw

I was introduced to basil when I married into an Italian family. I loved the aromatic fragrance and flavor of the herb. I think it adds a unique flavor to this tasty slaw that's a cool side to grilled...

Author: Taste of Home

Stewed Tomatoes with Dumplings

When I was young and did not feel well, my mother made one of my favorite dishes. Just smelling it cook made me feel better, along with her tender loving care.-Viola Stutz, Greenwood, Delaware

Author: Taste of Home

Southern Cornbread Dressing

This recipe, one of my favorite holiday side dishes, makes a lot. It's perfect for company, even though it started as a way to stretch the food we had for our large family. -Margaret E. Kendall, McConnelsville,...

Author: Taste of Home

Bacon and Garlic Green Beans

...

Author: Taste of Home

Sweet 'n' Spicy Roasted Corn

In Bryan, Texas, Erin Littlefield saves herself the trouble of husking those ears of sweet corn she brings to family picnics and get-togethers with this scrumptious grilling technique. "My husband came...

Author: Taste of Home

Herb Roasted Root Vegetables

Here's a simple-to-fix side that is perfect for a festive dinner. It looks beautiful with any entree. Roasting brings out the vegetables' natural sweetness. -Deirdre Cox, Kansas City, Missouri

Author: Taste of Home

German Style Green Beans

GRANDMOTHER often prepared her fresh green beans this way, and we much preferred them to plain buttered beans. This recipe goes back to before the 1920s and was a favorite dish of our family when I was...

Author: Taste of Home

Chestnut Stuffing

It wouldn't be Thanksgiving without a serving of my family's favorite stuffing. If you can't find jarred chestnuts at your grocery store, check gourmet cooking shops or order them online. -Lee Bremson,...

Author: Taste of Home

Easy Roasted Garlic Mashed Potatoes

The Yukon Golds give this dish a rich, buttery color and a hearty texture. It's sure to be a hit! -Marilyn Geary-Symons, Portland, Oregon

Author: Taste of Home

Stir Fried Asparagus with Sliced Almonds

"Here's one of my very favorite recipes for that first early-spring asparagus," writes Marie Hattrup from Sparks, Nevada. "Stir-frying keeps the texture crisp but tender; lemon and soy sauce make for a...

Author: Taste of Home

Baked Carrots

"THESE CARROTS are compatible with most any meal. The chicken broth gives them great flavor. Whenever I serve this dish, there are never any leftovers. For a variation, this vegetable combination is delicious...

Author: Taste of Home

Asparagus Mushroom Casserole

This colorful casserole is a palate-pleaser. Asparagus, mushrooms, onions and pimientos make a mouthwatering medley. Lemon and nutmeg give this dish a slightly tangy taste.-M. Kay Lacey, Apache Junction,...

Author: Taste of Home

Broccoli Cheese Twice Baked Potatoes

This is a super spud dish from the state famous for its potatoes. If I want to impress dinner guests, this recipe always comes through.

Author: Taste of Home

Rice Pasta

MY FRIEND shared this recipe with me several years ago. It is a good side dish that compliments chicken, pork and beef. It's a big hit whenever I serve it.

Author: Taste of Home

Savory String Beans

I love making this dish when I can pick the beans right out of the garden and put them into the pot. The fresh taste is unbeatable. I've also made it with beans purchased at the store. Either way, you'll...

Author: Taste of Home

Whipped Potatoes

"More, please" is what you'll hear when you serve these light and creamy potatoes. Seasoned with just a hint of garlic, they go well with all kinds of meat. And any mom appreciates the fact that she can...

Author: Taste of Home

Vegetable Tian

This colorful, hearty and delicious Vegetable Tian originated in Provence, France. A mandoline makes easy work of slicing all the vegetables, but if you don't have one, a knife will work well. -Francine...

Author: Taste of Home

Cheddar Cheese Mashed Potatoes

A sweet potato added to the usual Yukon golds gives these cheesy potatoes a slightly sweet flavor and nice rich color. No one will believe they're lighter. -Connie Boll, Chilton, Wisconsin

Author: Taste of Home

Cubano Macaroni Salad

One of my favorite sandwiches is a hot Cubano, piled high with juicy pork, layers of ham and melty Swiss cheese. These same ingredients are amazing turned into a macaroni salad. -Marina Castle Kelley,...

Author: Taste of Home

Pasta Con Broccoli

This is a fresh pasta dish, best served immediately after cooking.

Author: Phyllis Zeleny

Eggplant Au Gratin

From Jane Shapton of Irvine, California comes this tasty bake that layers sliced eggplant with spaghetti sauce and two kinds of cheese.

Author: Taste of Home

Crunchy Spinach Casserole

Our holidays would not be the same without this family tradition. My mother made it every Thanksgiving when I was growing up; now I make it every Christmas as well, and my children and grandchildren absolutely...

Author: Taste of Home

Balsamic Zucchini Saute

This super fast vegetarian dish is flavorful and uses only a few ingredients, so it's easy to whip up while your entree is cooking. -Elizabeth Bramkamp, Gig Harbor, Washington

Author: Taste of Home

Orange Whipped Sweet Potatoes

Orange juice adds a tantalizing twist to mashed sweet potatoes. The color and flavor are incredible! -Shirley Bedzis, San Diego, California

Author: Taste of Home

Citrus Sweet Potatoes

A mild orange glaze lets the taste of sweet potatoes shine through in this nut-topped side dish. When I was dating my husband, my mother would make this whenever he'd come over for Sunday dinner. We've...

Author: Taste of Home

Triple Cheese Broccoli Puff

This rich-tasting souffle is always on our Christmas morning menu. Like any puffy souffle, it will settle a bit after you remove the dish from the oven, but the pretty golden top is very attractive. I...

Author: Taste of Home

Sauteed Sugar Snap Peas with Mushrooms

A flexible sugar snap side dish for two. Modify the amounts as needed.

Author: AbbyMelad

Sesame Almond Slaw

Crunchy veggies and noodles are coated in a tangy dressing in this pleasant slaw. -Taste of Home Test Kitchen

Author: Taste of Home

Minty Sugar Snap Peas

Fresh mint adds a lively touch to cooked sugar snap peas. It's also nice on green beans or carrots. -Alice Kaldahl, Ray, North Dakota

Author: Taste of Home

Marinated Grilled Vegetables

We camp out often in summer and do a lot of cooking over charcoal. These veggies go great with any grilled meat. Sometimes I also thread brown-and-serve rolls on skewers, brush with melted butter and cook...

Author: Taste of Home

Eddie's Favorite Fiesta Corn

When sweet corn is available, I love making this splurge of a side dish. Frozen corn works, but taste as you go and add sugar if needed. -Anthony Bolton, Bellevue, Nebraska

Author: Taste of Home

Quinoa Tabbouleh Salad

In our new cookbook "The Kitchen Decoded," we include tabbouleh salad because it's super simple and filling. Try red quinoa for a slightly earthier flavor. -Logan Levant, Los Angeles, California

Author: Taste of Home

Leeks in Mustard Sauce

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,...

Author: Taste of Home

Creamy Parmesan Penne

"This dish is excellent as a side dish to farmer-style sausage or schnitzel," writes Wendy Nuis of Stokes Bay, Ontario. The creamy sauce is accented by a sprinkling of Parmesan cheese.

Author: Taste of Home

Sweet Potato Latkes

Author: Taste of Home

Grilled Veggie Mix

Living on this beautiful Canadian island, we often grill out, so we can eat while enjoying the scenery. This tempting veggie dish is the perfect accompaniment to any barbecue fare. To make the recipe even...

Author: Taste of Home

Bacon & Egg Potato Salad

Vinegar and lemon juice add a slightly tangy taste to this creamy potato salad. It's wonderful with baked beans and barbecue. -Melissa Davies, Clermont, Florida

Author: Taste of Home

Rich and Creamy Brussels Sprouts

Here's a great way to dress up brussels sprouts. Almonds give this rich creamy dish a nutty texture and flavor.-Lucy Meyring, Walden, Colorado

Author: Taste of Home

Two Berry Fluff Salad

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...

Author: Taste of Home

Garlic Roasted Brussels Sprouts

My roommate and I used to make garlicky Brussels sprouts at least twice a week. Now I make them as a healthy side for all sorts of occasions. -Katherine Moore-Colasurd, Cincinnati, Ohio

Author: Taste of Home

Parsley Red Potatoes

These easy-to-prepare potatoes cook up tender and buttery on the stove, and they go so well with Mom's fried fish. I like using red potatoes because they have a little sweetness to them.

Author: Taste of Home

Pineapple Casserole

Perfect for Easter Sunday, Sandy Moyer sends Pineapple Casserole. "It is a wonderful side dish with ham," she writes from Gilbertsville, Pennsylvania.

Author: Taste of Home