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Lemon Dill Steamed Vegetables

For a pretty side dish, try this lovely combination of fresh vegetables from Page Alexander of Baldwin City, Kansas. Tossed with a buttery sauce seasoned with lemon and dill, the delicious and nutritious...

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Spicy Indian Lentil Stew (Daal)

This is an easy and rewarding recipe for a spicy and flavorful Indian dish of lentil stew! Serve on its own or with basmati rice.

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Patio Pintos

Any time Mom had the gang over for dinner, she made these pinto beans. Once she made a batch for my cousin's birthday and he ate the entire thing. -Joan Hallford, Fort Worth, Texas

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Roasted Veggie Orzo

"My sister inspired this recipe. I added a few more spices, but the concept is hers. It's easy to vary, is a great way to add veggies to your diet and the olive oil is heart healthy."Jackie Termont - Richmond,...

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Contest Winning Zucchini Pancakes

In place of potato pancakes, try these cute rounds that are very simple to prepare with on-hand ingredients. Not only are they tasty, they're pretty, too. To eliminate some of the fat, I use a nonstick...

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Cheese Stuffed Sweet Onions

These onions are cooked in vegetable broth and stuffed with a delicious blend of cheeses. Experiment to find the blend you like. Instead of goat cheese, try cream cheese or mascarpone cheese. For the blue...

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Cheddar Mushroom Stuffed Potatoes

To come up with this recipe, I just put together three of my family's favorite ingredients - potatoes, mushrooms and bacon. I prepare it as a quick-and-easy party dish. It's also a natural contribution...

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Vermicelli Pasta Salad

I started making this salad because it's loaded with peppers, my husband's favorite. Don't be surprised when there are no leftovers to take home after the family reunion, picnic or church potluck. -Janie...

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Tomatoes with Feta Cheese

Ruth Lee of Troy, Ontario serves this great combination as an easy and colorful salad. "I make this no-fuss dish at least once a month," she writes. "It's a great way to use up fresh summer tomatoes and...

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Buttery Corn Casserole

Lisa Whitehead from Caraway, Arkansas sends this comforting side dish her daughter (pictured) prepares. "Megan is an excellent cook and baker," Lisa writes. "She has won several top prizes for her cooking...

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Twice Baked Acorn Squash

Once you taste Holly Ogilvie's scrumptious side dish, you'll want to double your garden space for squash! "Acorn is my favorite kind of winter squash," she says from Lino Lakes, Minnesota. "It's so versatile-I...

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Creamed Corn with Peas

I created this recipe for Thanksgiving dinner last year. It's very much a comfort food. My family loved the blending of the sweetness of corn with the earthiness of wild mushrooms. -Tana Whitton, Las Vegas,...

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Macaroni Au Gratin

HERE'S an easy, tasty dish my family has always liked. Whenever we attend a potluck supper, I take this macaroni casserole...and come home with an empty dish and many requests for the recipe. -Jeannine...

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Mashed Red Potatoes

These chunky mashed potatoes are rich enough to stand on their own. But if you like, take them over the top by adding your choice of cheese, bacon and/orsour cream. -Taste of Home Test Kitchen

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Easy Herbed Green Beans

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Mustard Potatoes Au Gratin

These rich and creamy potatoes taste great with a variety of meats. -Tangee Thaler, Silver Lake, Ohio

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Baby Carrots 'n' Broccoli

"My husband and I eat this quick veggie side dish at least once a week. We enjoy it with just about any main course," reports Ally Fitzgerald of Alpharetta, Georgia. "It's a light easy way to get extra...

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Bacon Almond Green Beans

"I adapted this recipe from one I saw in a magazine that required a lot of work," says Jackie Matthews from Yucca Valley, California. "This is much quicker and easier to prepare and tastes great!"

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Eggplant Bruschetta

Here's a memorable take on an all-time classic. Maxine Petersohn tops eggplant slices with chopped tomatoes, fresh basil and cheese before broiling them. "My family thoroughly enjoys them," she pens from...

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Praline Sweet Potato Bake

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Orange Baked Acorn Squash

Baked acorn squash with a buttery orange flavor, accented with nutmeg. Kids love this!

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Frozen Cranberry Banana Salad

A luscious combination of sweet and tangy, crunchy and creamy, this pretty salad makes a great side dish or dessert. Its light pink color and delicate banana flavor make it perfect for a bridal shower...

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Cheesy Broccoli Rice Bake

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Broccoli Tomato Salad

Garden-fresh tomatoes and broccoli brighten this summertime salad with distinctive flavor and eye-catching color. My homemade dressing mixes up in a jiffy and complements the vegetables. -Marie Hoyer,...

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Brussels Sprouts in Rosemary Cream Sauce

Brussels sprouts in a rosemary-infused cream sauce have the power to bring friends together - but watch out for fights over who gets the last of the sauce. -Liz Koschoreck, Berea, Kentucky

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Royal Broccoli Souffle

Talk about impressive! This side dish never fails to impress even the toughest of critics--my family. -Linda Evancoe-Coble, Leola, Pennsylvania

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Summer Squash Bake

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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Potatoes and Carrots Au Gratin

I found this recipe in a local farm publication. I guess that's fitting, because whenever I make it, I use fresh vegetables grown on our farm. This hearty recipe comes in handy whether you're feeding some...

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Slow Cooker Italian Mushrooms

I love to make these mushrooms for big family gatherings-everyone wants to know what the secret ingredients are! They're a star as a side dish, and leftovers go well with steaks or a roast. -Becky Schmitz,...

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Mashed Winter Squash

Frozen cooked squash and a microwave make quick work of assembling this colorful side dish. Each creamy bite features the subtle blend of cinnamon, nutmeg and ginger.

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Scalloped Cheese Potatoes

"Mom decided to devise her own recipe for scalloped potatoes, and she cooked up a winner with this one. There was never a morsel left in the serving dish! The flavor of mushrooms gives the potatoes a unique...

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Au Gratin Potatoes

I love making homemade recipes for my family. This side dish compliments many main dishes and is so easy to make.-Carol Van Sickle, Versailles, Kentucky

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Caesar Salad in Peppered Parmesan Bowls

This cheese bowl salad looks impressive but is a cinch to make. I won't tell if you don't! -Melissa Wilkes, St. Augustine, Florida

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Pineapple Glazed Carrots

The tangy side dish is a snap to stir up, too. Pineapple-Glazed Carrots have a unique honey-pineapple coating that's sure to have diners asking for the secret. The rapid recipe is an ideal accompaniment...

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Broccoli Cheddar Baked Potatoes

This hearty side dish will bring good taste and a dash of holiday color to any table, promises Mary Bauer in Wichita, Kansas. "It's great with almost any entree." TIP: Adding a cup of leftover diced chicken...

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Green Beans with Roasted Grape Tomatoes

You'll have a healthy red and green holiday with this full-flavored side dish. Bright, roasted tomatoes top crisp-tender beans with sweetness. Grated cheese adds protein and taste.-Michaela Rosenthal,...

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Honey Mustard Carrots

After tasting this side dish at a restaurant, I created a similar recipe by trial and error in my own kitchen. Since we have six beehives, I like to use honey in many of my recipes. -Jean Dandrea, Burkesville,...

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Stuffed Grilled Zucchini

Pair up these zucchini boats with charred pork chops, smoked fish and other grilled greats. Not warm enough for cooking al fresco? Your old-fashioned oven will do. -Nancy Zimmerman, Cape May Court House,...

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Blood Orange Avocado Salad

My refreshing side salad is such a nice addition to our calorie-loaded Thanksgiving dinner. Use regular oranges if you can't find blood oranges. Finely chopped walnuts work well in place of the pomegranate...

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Pan Fried Fennel

This is an easy way to prepare fennel bulbs. Fennel tastes great pan-fried and you don't need a lot of seasoning as fennel has so much flavor on its own, which just intensifies while sauteeing.

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Pressure Cooker Summer Squash

We love squash, but I got bored with fixing plain old squash and cheese. I decided to jazz it up a bit by adding seasoned croutons and bacon. This was a huge hit with the family. -Joan Hallford, North...

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Sweet Potato Latkes

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Acorn Squash Rings

I love to fix acorn squash this way. It's pretty and impressive to serve, a tasty combination of fruit and vegetable and my favorite side dish when I make meat loaf. My husband, who was a "meat and potatoes"...

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Raisin Brown Rice Pilaf

Michele Doucette of Stephenville, Newfoundland dresses up nutritious brown rice with onion, garlic, raisins and almonds in this flavorful pilaf.

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Skillet Squash and Potatoes

MY NIECE suggested I try cooking squash and potatoes together. I found that potatoes really do enhance the flavor of squash. I made up this recipe, and it turned out to be a keeper-a great side dish for...

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Asparagus with Lemon Sauce

We didn't have an oven or stove in our first years of marriage, so we relied heavily on our microwave. This side of asparagus in a creamy lemon sauce was always a favorite. Garnished with fresh lemon wedges,...

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Brussels Sprouts Gratin

This side dish will likely become your family's favorite way to enjoy Brussels sprouts. It's creamy, savory and delicious. -Kevin Lieberman, Oklahoma City, Oklahoma

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Broccoli Parmesan

Jessie Sarrazin of Livingston, Montana shares her oh-so-easy side dish that goes great with almost any entrée. Use less basil for a subtle flavor, and more for a stronger Italian taste.

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Spaghetti Squash with Tomatoes

It's a wonderful alternative to pasta and a great way to show how tasty vegetables can be.-Michelle Smith, Eldersburg, Maryland

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Western Beans

I've made these zesty beans many times for picnics and potlucks-they're hearty and zippy with chili pepper and the extra flavor of lentils in the ban mix. The recipe can be made ahead and heated before...

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