This vegetable medley has become a family dinner tradition for Thanksgiving and Christmas. Even though our three children are now married, when we get together for the holidays, this dish is always on...
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This side dish gets its tang from vinegar and its crunch from toasted sesame seeds. This is a wonderful way to dress up that seasonal favorite.-Sheila Elliott, Bear, Delaware
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Great with steak or any meat, this is one of our best-loved potato "sidekicks." Sometimes I add sliced fresh mushrooms and sliced fresh zucchini tossed with a little olive oil after the potatoes have baked...
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I can eat potato salad like crazy. A little spice is nice, so I use cayenne and paprika in this grilled salad that comes with its own fireworks. -Ashley Armstrong, Kingsland, Georgia
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My mom shared this recipe with me back in the '80s, and now it's a Turkey Day mainstay. We freeze locally grown corn during peak season, and I love to use it in this special side. -Wendy Young, Cordova,...
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I came up with this recipe one summer when I had lots of okra and tomatoes. Everyone really enjoyed it and said how delicious it was. Friends always ask me when I'm going to cook my tomato and okra dish....
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I'm a working mother with two young boys. Our family leads a very active life, so I make a lot of casseroles. It's so nice to have a hearty side dish the kids will eat. Topped with cheese and french-fried...
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Charlene Laper of Lakeview, Michigan made Hawaiian Baked Beans to serve at her daughter's wedding reception. Charlene reports, "They were a real hit with the guests."
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My mom liked to use Yukon Gold potatoes for this recipe instead of the usual white variety. These garlic-seasoned spuds are sensational served alongside spareribs.-Nancy Horsburgh, Everett, Ontario
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Corn chips give a special crunch and an unexpected flavor to this potluck favorite. Bacon adds a hint of smokiness, while the cranberries bring a touch of sweetness. It's the perfect picnic companion!...
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When we have company, these sprouts are my go-to side dish because they look and taste fantastic. Fancy them up a notch with pancetta instead of bacon. -Mandy Rivers, Lexington, South Carolina
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My mother always served these sweet potato balls at Thanksgiving-and she always had to double the recipe!
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This fuss-free side dish calls for just four ingredients that you can easily keep in your pantry and refrigerator. Serve it on special occasions as well as for everyday dinners.
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Only four ingredients create a rich and flavorful side dish that we love to eat with beef and mashed potatoes. -Kim Reichert, St. Paul, Minnesota
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Give me a Caesar salad anytime, no matter what form it's in. I like to add some chicken and artichokes to make this Caesar macaroni salad a little more hearty. -Shawn Barto, Palmetto, Florida
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Add a taste of the Orient to your menu with Joy Beck's snappy side dish. She accents the veggies with the vibrant flavor of ginger, making it a favorite in her Cincinnati, Ohio home.
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This comforting blend of sweet potatoes, apples and pecans has a small yield, so you won't end up with a pan of leftovers. Now that our three boys are grown, I cook for just my husband and me.-Marjorie...
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With a little up-front preparation, you can include this delicious, colorful side dish on a holiday buffet without any last-minutes fuss.-Cathryn J White, Newark, Delaware
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After volunteering to take a potato casserole to a friend's party, I thought I'd do a twist on au gratin by adding squash. Everyone just loved it.-Patricia Harmon, Baden, Pennsylvania
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This recipe dates back generations in my family. I enjoy it so much because I can use the fresh vegetables that are so abundant here in the South.
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My family was tired of my traditional scalloped potatoes. So when I came across this recipe featuring a pesto and sun-dried tomato sauce, I knew I had to try it. I'm so glad I did, and so is my family!...
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This fragrant side packs flavor in but keeps extra fat, calories and sodium out. Red pepper lends sweetness and color to the eye-catching dish. Angela Hanks - St. Albans, West Virginia
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This moist, hearty sage stuffing is nicely seasoned with sausage and fresh mushrooms. Sometimes I use it to stuff my Thanksgiving turkey and other times I bake it separately. -Betty Kay Sitzman, Wray,...
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While this delicious potato skillet is a wonderful side dish, we find it satisfying enough to be a main course, too. The skillet preparation takes less time than it does to bake an au gratin casserole...
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My sister hates mashed potatoes, but for whatever reason likes my potatoes. She one night requested cheesey mashed potatoes, and this recipe was born out of what I had on hand, parmesan and romano! I added...
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Bacon, blue cheese and chopped nuts make this my mom's favorite way to enjoy green beans. I always prepare this side dish when she's coming for dinner.
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Pair this tasty veggie side with almost any meat or fish entree. -AMY WINGENTER, TUSCALOOSA, ALABAMA
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Give ordinary coleslaw a "berry" tangy twist. It's sure to get raves at your next picnic or potluck. -Deborah Biggs, Omaha, Nebraska
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For easy entertaining, cover and refrigerate the salad a few hours before guests arrive so you don't have to bother with last-minute assembly. Turn it into a light lunch by adding sliced rotisserie chicken,...
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Our family absolutely loves broccoli, so I'm so happy there's finally a slaw mix in stores that uses broccoli stems. I like this slaw best after 20 minutes or so to allow the flavors to meld. -Donna Marie...
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Green onions and parsley give this rice its name, but the appealing flavor is what makes it memorable.-Karin Bailey, Golden, Colorado
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With an irresistible brown sugar-mustard sauce, these simple simmered carrots bring bright flavor and color to the table. -Paula Zsiray, Logan, Utah
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In our house, we prefer our beautiful red beets served simply-with a touch of butter and a hint of orange from a marmalade glaze. -Mary Beth Jung, Hendersonville, North Carolina
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I'm now required to bring this to every family gathering during the holidays because it's so awesome! Why not start a new tradition for your family? -Sarah Farmer, Culinary Director, Taste of Home
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Wonderful color and flavor make fresh carrots a standout side dish. Trisha Kruse - Eagle, Idaho
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The best way to cool down on a warm day is with a chilled fruit salad. Serve this one for breakfast, brunch or dessert. Yogurt and coconut milk make the creamy dressing even more decadent. Wait until just...
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I love to use fresh vegetables from my garden in this delicious dish. My whole family loves the recipe.-Michele Ridenour, Oswego, Illinois
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"I found a recipe for a layered veggie casserole, then modified it to use produce I had on hand," says Marilou Robinson of Portland, Oregon. "I sometimes sprinkle bread crumbs or grated cheese on top for...
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This summer cookout star is crunchy-delicious with a brilliant zesty dressing. -Brittany Allyn, Mesa, Arizona
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"My husband and I first tasted this colorful combination while visiting my sister in Grants Pass, Oregon," notes Maxine Driver of Littleton, Colorado. "We enjoyed it so much that now I often make it for...
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Mother always served these creamy, satisfying baked hash browns to company, and now I do, too. They taste especially good with steak or roast beef. -Julie Driskel, Magnolia, Arkansas
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Because cheese and sage go so well with apples, I decided to put them all in scones. These mini treats make a fall weekend brunch, tailgate or party even more fun. -Sue Gronholz, Beaver Dam, Wisconsin
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This is one of my favorite low-fat dishes-it's delicious! Rosemary, garlic, almonds and sunflower kernels flavor the broccoli and rice. Sometimes I add cooked cubed chicken for a complete meal. -Mari Condit...
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People can't get enough of the sweet grapes and crunchy broccoli in this colorful salad. I appreciate its make-ahead convenience. -Terri Twyman, Bonanza, Oregon
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Fifteen minutes, thyme and lemon are really all you need for this delicious side that really comes together in, you guessed it, a snap. Marguerite Shaeffer - Sewell, New Jersey
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