My family enjoys this flavorful side dish with just about any meat. Carrots never tasted so good! -Meredith Sayre, Burlington, Kentucky
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I created this colorful rice and veggie side dish one night by combining a few ingredients I had on hand. My husband, Robert, loved it and I have been making it ever since.-Lori Blevins, Douglasville,...
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I lightened up a tangy salad dressing by replacing some of the oil with lemon juice. The revamped dressing lends a refreshing twist to mixed greens, tomatoes, pepper rings and cucumbers slices.-Martha...
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This rich, sweet dish was served on my first visit to my new in-laws 40 years ago. It's a colorful family favorite compatible with other fresh garden vegetables such as cabbage and green beans.
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This rice has a mild, pleasant flavor. For color and extra nutrition, I sometimes add a bit of carrot, celery, tomato, peas or corn-whatever I have handy.-Mary Jo Massnick, Stuart, Florida
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These crispy patties are a different side dish from the usual potatoes and vegetables. They are wonderful served with a roast or any broiled or grilled meat. The onion flavor is complemented by sage, parsley...
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Gruyere cheese and chives take mashed potatoes to a whole new level this holiday season! Don't have chives? Just use extra green onion instead. Salsarose - Tasteofhome.com Community
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There are so many colorful items in this black bean salad, there is no need for a garnish. The jicama adds a surprising crunch. -Jeanette Marks, Ashland, Kentucky
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I've been making this wonderful dish for more than 20 years. I can't even remember where I got the recipe, but it's a great one everyone enjoys!-Mary Ann Morgan, Cedartown, Georgia
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Kim Wenzel of Jefferson, Oregon tosses sauteed carrots, red pepper, zucchini and yellow squash with seasonings and dressing for a side dish filled with fresh flavors. "This combination is not only tasty...
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The phrases "holiday dinner" and "low-fat" are seldom used together, unless Rebecca Baird's corn bread stuffing is on the menu. Made with turkey sausage, herbs, fruit and veggies, this recipe lets you...
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Here's a fun way to jazz up wild rice. Soy sauce and chicken bouillon add plenty of flavor, while celery, mushrooms and water chestnuts help dress it up. "My husband and two adult children love this delicious...
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These potatoes are tender and good all by themselves, but pairing them with the sauce creates a perfect combination-a side dish compatible with any entree cooked on the grill. -Craig Carpenter, Coraopolis,...
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I picked up this dish a couple of years ago, and really like the mint and fruit combo. Cilantro is one of my summer favorites so sometimes I use it instead. Turns out, this recipe's really two in one!...
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Oven-baked root vegetables put a colorful and flavorful twist on traditional French fries and add interest to a meal as a side dish. -Marie Rizzio, Interlochen, Michigan
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All my kids and grandkids absolutely love this sourdough stuffing, but especially my daughter-in-law, Amber. I usually make a big batch at Thanksgiving so I will have leftovers for my husband. But this...
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Quick Fruit Salad is a beautiful, refreshing side dish or dessert from Sue Call of Beech Grove, Indiana. "I's a great way to round out a summer meal!" Sue asserts.
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This hearty rice can accompany chicken or beef-or stand alone as a tasty meatless entree. "It's quick, easy and delicious," notes Ann Wagenecht of Prophetstown, Illinois.
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Spending time in the kitchen with my late aunt was so much fun because she was an amazing cook and teacher. This black-eyed pea salad was one of her specialties. It's easy to make and is a nice alternative...
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The heart of a Greek salad recipe is in the olives, feta, cucumbers and tomatoes. Dress it with olive oil and vinegar, then add more olives and cheese. -Arge Salvatori, Little Ferry, New Jersey
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A warm salad is a nice change of pace at holiday dinners. Port wine infuses cranberries with flavor, while balsamic vinegar adds a bit of tang to the dressing.-Becky Walch, Manteca, California
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I received this recipe from my great-grandmother. She brought this over from England, where they enjoyed leeks immensely during the fall and winter. -Suzanne Kesel, Cohocton, New York
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This unique recipe has been a family-favorite secret for years. The layers of tangy cheese, sour cream and sweet onions in this moist cornbread taste so great together! Chopped green chiles could add some...
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This is a vegetarian version of the traditional Persian stew, which normally includes lamb. Though I have never traveled east of London, this dish has become my primary comfort food. I had to learn how...
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I don't like sweet potatoes, so when my cousin served these last Thanksgiving, I took some just to be polite. The delectable blend of maple, apricot and ginger flavors made me go back for seconds!
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I've had this wonderful recipe for more than 30 years and always use it during the holidays. It's so rich and buttery that I often serve it with pork roast or stuffed pork chops. It never fails to bring...
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An abundance of homegrown lima beans and leftover sausage inspired me to create this dish more than 20 years ago. It's proven to be a timeless classic.
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Parsley, green onions and tomatoes add festive color to this mild rice dish from Carole Fraser of Toronto, Ontario. "I serve this pilaf quite often as a change from potatoes. It complements any type of...
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"In late summer, when we have an abundance of garden produce, we enjoy this medley of fresh veggies," says Terri Mulé from Angola, New York. "Usually, we pop the packets on the grill, alongside our main...
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The first time I tasted this casserole was at a church supper, and I immediately asked around to find out who made it. I asked the cook to share her recipe, and it has become one of my family's most-requested...
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How about pie for dinner? This savory staple is a wonderful way to accentuate summer's abundance of tomatoes from the garden or farm stand. -Edie DeSpain, Logan, Utah
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Bring a bit of Italy to the table without the usual pasta and sauce. This colorful side dish blends fluffy rice, fresh spinach and roasted red peppers." The amount of garlic can be adjust to fit your personal...
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This sweet and tangy side dish uses lots of convenient canned goods, so it's a snap to throw together. The recipe was sent to me by a friend and it's nice to serve at a group picnic. -Barbara Gordon, Roswell,...
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What could be better on a cold day than a warm casserole and creamy sweet cornbread put together? Since it starts with a mix, this side takes no time to make. Just bake, scoop and eat. Yum!-Valery Anderson,...
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A handful of ingredients and a microwave are all our home economists needed to create this terrific treatment for fresh snow peas. A bit of lemon juice, some mince garlic and a dash of Italian seasoning...
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The recipe for Dilly Mashed Potatoes comes for Theresa Evans of Spencerport, New York. "My grandmother has made these for me every time I've visited her for the past 24 years since she knows I love dill,"...
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Couple the spirit-warming specialty with crunchy Herbed French Bread Karin Bailey of Golden, Colorado adds a little pizzazz to a store-bought loaf with only three ingredients. Freshly minced herbs liven...
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Nothing beats this comforting side dish to go with Mom's meat loaf. The peas and potatoes combined with a creamy white sauce make a hearty dish that also adds appealing color to the meal. -Linda Nilsen,...
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When my brother, sisters and I were growing up, Mom knew how to get us to eat our spinach. This casserole has a rich creamy sauce, french-fried onions and a cracker crumb topping. Who can resist? -Debra...
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My daughter shared this satisfying rice recipe with me. It's appealing to the eye as well as the taste buds.-Margaret Blair, Lorimor, Iowa
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We first made this side dish for a beef cook-off my sister-in-law entered-our beef didn't win, but we won best sides! -Jennifer Kuehn, Avon, Illinois
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This colorful rice dish really bursts with the taste of bacon. Plus, the hot pepper sauce really adds spice!
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We combine apples with tart cherries and dried cranberries to give an autumn twist to classic Waldorf salad. -Marie Hattrup, Sonoma, California
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I got this roasted potato salad recipe from my sister-in-law and I've made it numerous times at the request of friends and co-workers. It's quick and easy, which is just what I need in my busy life. I...
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This scrumptious casserole combines pumpkin and two other kinds of squash in a creamy, savory mix. The recipe also would work with other squash combos, or just one type instead of three. Have fun with...
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This cauliflower tabbouleh recipe is super easy and fast to make. I love that I can offer it to my guests who have special dietary restrictions. —Maiah Miller, Monterey, California
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With its delicious mix of crunchy peanuts, tangy dried cranberries and mandarin oranges, this colorful Asian chicken salad is a definite crowd-pleaser. Water chestnuts and a teriyaki dressing give this...
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