Drew Weeks sent the recipe for this old-fashioned dressing from his home in Edisto Island, South Carolina.
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Chock-full of mushrooms, celery and green onions, this hearty side dish is an ideal accompaniment to cool-weather meals. Our Test Kitchen staff seasoned it with garlic, thyme and rosemary so it complements...
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You can't get more 'Southern' than succotash. This recipe comes from my mother, who was a fantastic cook. -Rosa Boone, Mobile, Alabama
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Simple is best. Two ingredients can produce a lovely dessert. Serve this compote on its own or with whipped cream or ice cream. You can also use it on pancakes, crepes, or toast.
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This low-calorie, air-fryer french fries recipe is perfect because I can whip it up at a moment's notice with ingredients I have on hand. The fries are so crispy, you won't miss the deep fryer! -Dawn Parker,...
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This potato salad with a southern twist is perfect for a church supper or potluck. The pickles add extra sweetness. -Gene Pitts, Wilsonville, Alabama
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This tangy potato salad stirs memories of my grandma, who made it for us. Now my mom makes it with brats and sauerkraut, truly the best meal! -Devin Mulertt, Cedarburg, Wisconsin
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Guests of all ages will gravitate to this traditional "fluff" salad, chock-full of pineapple, marshmallows and cherry bits. -Janice Hensley, Owingsville, Kentucky
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I created this salad to replicate one I tried on a cruise several years ago. It goes over very well at family gatherings and potlucks year-round. We love the spice of the Thai chile, but if your family...
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"We love green beans at our house and enjoy them at least once a week. I'm always experimenting with new ways to fix them," pens Sue Haviland of Lake Mills, Wisconsin. "Garlic cloves and mushrooms lend...
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The orange dressing on this salad complements the fresh fruit flavors beautifully. It's perfect for a spring or summer brunch. -Karen Bourne, Magrath, Alberta
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Fresh garden vegetables add color and crunch to this attractive salad. Its pleasant vinaigrette-type dressing is sparked with ground mustard and garlic. I like the look of the tricolor spirals, but you...
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Well coated with a tangy sour cream and celery seed dressing, these sweet-sour onions can sure dress up a juicy burger. My sister likes to serve them as a side salad when our family gets together in summer...
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"This is one of my favorite ways to fix potatoes," Lois reports. Slices are coated with a cheesy sauce and topped with golden crumbs. "We often serve it with baked ham on New Year's Day," she notes.
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Ann Dockendorf of Clearwater, Minnesota coats pasta with a succulent blend of lemon and herbs, then sprinkles it with Parmesan cheese. "Serve it as a versatile side dish...or dress it up with cooked chicken...
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For a change of pace, I like to serve these stuffed cucumbers in place of a lettuce salad. They're really refreshing, and a touch of French dressing makes them a colorful addition to any meal. -Mrs. Howard...
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Tender sweet potatoes are tossed with crunchy nuts and chewy dried cherries for a burst of flavors and textures. -Fran Fehling, Staten Island, New York
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"In these special-occasion mashed potatoes, I use whipping cream instead of milk. I must admit that I was a little shocked when a good friend suggested this, but have to agree that it certainly makes ordinary...
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Rosemary lends a delicious, delicate flavor to these potato wedges. This recipe is perfect for company.-Ellen Benninger, Stoneboro, Pennsylvania
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Edna Hoffman from Hebron, Indiana suggests a deliciously different way to dress up carrots on a wintry night. A dash of horseradish adds just the right amount of heat!
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This is without question my favorite side dish, both for flavor and ease of preparation. Sherry adds an amazing spark to the vegetables. -Cheryl Donnely, Arvada, Colorado
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"As a new wife and homemaker, I wanted to please my husband, so I created this dish from some of his favorite foods," recalls Sandi White of Indianapolis, Indiana. "It was a hit then...and 42 years later,...
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Even though Mom passed away years ago, her wonderful cornbread dressing lives on each year at Christmas dinner. It just wouldn't be the same holiday without it!
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The sauce is the star of this recipe. It really does taste like butterscotch. It is a nice side dish for poultry or ham. -Mary Jo Patrick, Napoleon, Ohio
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My friend Peggy brought this coleslaw to one of our picnics, and everyone liked it so much, we all had to have the recipe. -Sandra Matteson, Westhope, North Dakota
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Impress dinner guests with this delightfully different take on traditional cranberry sauce. The nuts add a tasty crunch. -Dorothy Angley, Carver, Massachusetts
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Roasted carrots with Moroccan spice blend. Fast and easy, and pairs well with any meat!
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I've taken this dish to many church dinners and receive good comments every time. If your children won't eat cabbage, try making this recipe for them (but don't tell them what's in it!).
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For a little zip, crumble feta over the top of this artichoke salad. Add shredded rotisserie chicken for a beautiful main dish. -Deborah Williams, Peoria, Arizona
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My family can never get enough of these sweet cucumber slices in the summer. They're crunchy, delicious and simple to make. At picnics or potlucks, I bring a big batch - folks tend to come back for more.-Denise...
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I've been relying on this recipe for more than 30 years. That's a true testament to how delicious it is!
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A friend gave me the recipe for this delicious dish, which uses a packaged stuffing mix. A salad and bread of your choice is all you'll need for a filling lunch or dinner. It's so versatile, you can even...
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"I've been grilling corn on the cob for years this way...our friends always insist on it!" writes Sandy Szwarc from Albuquerque, New Mexico.
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"Living in the Midwest, we anticipate spring treats like fresh asparagus all winter long," affirms Mickey Kelly, Burnsville, Minnesota. "Our three small children can't help but snitch a taste when this...
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With tons of veggies and flavorful rice, this simple dish has all your sides covered. Hearty and filling, this, paired with chicken or the pork chops here, is the only side you'll need. Vary the basil...
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As far as cold pasta salad recipes go, this is one of the best. Not only does it travel well to get-togethers such as picnics or tailgate parties, but people absolutely love it when it gets there. -Jeanette...
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While broccoli florets and chunks of red pepper give these stir-fry vegetables plenty of color, it's the fresh gingerroot, garlic, soy sauce and sesame oil that round out the flavor. -Mary Relyea, Canastota,...
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Tomato wedges give this salad a juicy bite. It's a great use of fresh herbs and veggies from your own garden or the farmers market. -Matthew Hass, Franklin, Wisconsin
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Cornmeal and kernel corn give a double dose of harvest flavor to the soft dumplings. I serve them with chicken and gravy.
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While I love stuffing, my family wasn't that fond of it-that is, until I found this recipe. I added a few touches of my own and now they gobble it up. Cranberries and pork really make it something special....
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It's hard to improve on the taste Mother Nature gives to fresh green beans, but Mom has done just that for years using this green beans amandine recipe. I have always thought the crunchy almonds were a...
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This is a simplified version of a dish my Costa Rican host sister used to make when I was in the Peace Corps. It has become a favorite side dish at my house. -Katie Bartle, Parkville, Missouri
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This recipe is delicious and versatile. I often substitute a tablespoon of minced fresh basil for the dried, and two to three ears of sweet corn (about a cup cut fresh from the cob) for the Mexicorn. -Lucile...
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Here's a fabulous, healthy side dish that features a delightful blend of fresh herbs and sunny citrus flavors. Says Kathleen Martin of Medford, New York, "Anytime I take this to a picnic...the bowl is...
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I like to add a little extra flavor to my green beans. And this mouthwatering recipe is one of the quickest and most delicious I have.-Katherine Firth, Oro Ballay, Arizona
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Sauteed bits of garlic and shallot, with a sprinkling of toasted sesame seeds, turn ordinary beans into something special. Keep the recipe in mind for your garden crop in summer. -Deirdre Cox, Kansas City,...
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