With fresh basil, shredded Parmesan and a splash of citrus, the pasta toss is a delicious accompaniment to many different entrees. Even our children enjoy this quick side dish. -Michelle Harbour, Lebanon,...
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This is a very good low-fat recipe. Diced sweet red and green pepper--along with green peas and fresh parsley--add bright color to the simple rice dish. --Dorothy Bayes of Sardis, Ohio
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I've had this cheesy corn casserole recipe for years, and my family still asks for it all the time. Our son, who is not a big vegetable eater, says it's one of his favorites.-Joan Hallford, North Richland...
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With turkey and broccoli, this special scalloped potato dish is a meal in itself. Using a jar of Alfredo sauce makes the preparation time minimal. -Lissa Hutson, Phelan, California
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This asparagus casserole goes great with just about any meal. I've prepared it ahead of time, then popped it in the oven so it's ready with the meal. -Judy Fleetwood, Beulah, Michigan
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I baste whole mushrooms with a lemony sauce to prepare this simple side dish. Using skewers or a basket makes it easy to turn them as they grill to perfection. -Diane Hixon, Niceville, Florida
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Common fruit and veggies give store bought stuffing mix flavor that's anything but ordinary. It's an easy alternative to from-scratch apple stuffing that can take over an hour to make. -Terri McKitrick,...
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I found this recipe in a newspaper and adjusted it somewhat by adding additional Parmesan cheese. This is a wonderful side dish, and since the potatoes are cooked with the skin on, they are nutritious...
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"This combination of colorful vegetable is so good when baked in the oven," assures Margaret Allen of Abingdon, Virginia. "They make a lovely presentation when threaded on skewers before roasting, too,"...
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My mom and I developed this recipe to see if there was a carrot dish that even people who don't care for carrots would enjoy. So far, I haven't met anyone who hasn't liked this casserole. -Laurie Heward,...
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Even people who don't like peas love this crunchy recipe, including my own children. I love the fact that it's so easy and makes a refreshing alternative to more traditional salads. A friend gave me the...
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These rich, cheesy potatoes are perfect for a large family gathering or a potluck supper. -Mrs. Arnold Sonnenberg, Brookville, Ohio
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After moving to Alabama, I learned my friends and co-workers love sweet potatoes. I roast the potatoes with Dijon, fresh rosemary and a touch of honey. -Tamara Huron, New Market, Alabama
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I love finding ways to use holiday leftovers. These potato cakes use the mashed potatoes, stuffing and breadcrumbs. To go all out, add meat and cheese. -Jeri Psikal, Norman, Oklahoma
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Every year my Mom made cream cheese mashed potatoes for Thanksgiving. I tailored the recipe to my family's taste and carried on the tradition. I make them a day ahead and use my slow cooker to free up...
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My family enjoys this lovely layered salad in the summer with grilled hamburgers. Although I haven't used the recipe long, it's quickly become a favorite. A good friend shared it with me, and every time...
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I discovered this recipe in a four-generation family cookbook. I'm glad I gave it a try. It has become "the" stuffing at our holiday table. -Judi Oudekerk, Buffalo, Minnesota
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This recipe has great eye as well as stomach appeal. I like to serve it in a pretty glass bowl.
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I remember my mother sending me to the store for 15 cents worth of cheese. The butcher would cut off a slice from a gigantic wheel covered with a wax-coated cloth. Mother would then blend that cheese into...
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For special meals, here's a fantastic side dish that even children will love. The sweet maple syrup and smoky bacon complement the Brussels sprouts perfectly. -Jan Valdez, Chicago, Illinois
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This crisp side dish with asparagus and a tasty vinaigrette is ready in minutes. "I serve this whenever fresh asparagus is on sale," says Nancee Melin of Tucson, Arizona. "The dressing can be made ahead...
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I often make this crunchy and colorful potato dish for our family reunions. It's my cousin's recipe, and we always know we'll never have any leftovers. -Mary C. Sholtis, Ashtabula, Ohio
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In Granite Falls, Minnesota, Florence Jacoby uses cream to dress up fresh or frozen corn. The simple side dish tastes rich and takes just minutes to simmer together.
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Air-fryer summer squash is beautifully crispy. You don't have to turn the fried pieces, but do keep an eye on them. —Debi Mitchell, Flower Mound, Texas
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Flavored with garlic salt and chives, these potatoes are rich, creamy and oh, so yummy. A sprinkling of paprika gives this dish a festive look. We prefer these to plain mash potatoes.-Cyneli Fynaardt,...
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When I was little, serving this dish was the only way my mother could get me to eat broccoli. It's an excellent recipe to serve anytime, and is especially good with poultry.
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Featuring cheddar cheese, bacon and chives, these rich and hearty potatoes go well with anything. For a slightly different twist, add some chopped parsley.
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Short grain rice is preferred when making this classic Italian dish. Arborio rice is the most widely available short grain rice to use.
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"For me, the most time-consuming part of preparing this side is picking the green beans in the garden," says Jeanne Bennett of North Richland Hills, Texas. "My family loves their fresh taste, and I love...
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Grandmother always served sweet potatoes and apples with pork, so I know she'd approve of this dish I created to combine the two.-Audrey Thibodeau, Gilbert, Arizona
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My mother moved in with us about eight years ago and started making this side dish. Now that she is her ninety's, I've taken over the duty of making these unique rice balls. Everyone in our family is thrilled...
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The recipe was made by a special someone in my life. I was never a fan of sauerkraut until I tried this and fell in love. It's terrific as a side dish or on reuben sandwiches. -Karen Tringali, Minooka,...
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"As a wife and mother on a busy farm, I like family-pleasing recipes that are simple," says May Anderson of De Valls Bluff, Arkansas. "This is a favorite of ours that came from Liz Cazer, a member of the...
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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
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I'm a home economics teacher, and finding vegetables recipes my students enjoy preparing and eating really puts me to the test. Many kids who say they don't like broccoli actually ask for second helpings...
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Here's a delicious way to enjoy garden-fresh cucumbers year-round. I got this recipe from a friend and made good use of it one year after my husband harvested a very large crop. Just defrost...and enjoy...
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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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This delicious recipe is a life-saver during the holidays, when time is short. With only three ingredients, it's also easy to double.-Sherri Hoover, Perth Road, Ontario
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Crisp asparagus is topped with soy sauce and sesame seeds in this delightful dish our Test Kitchen shares.
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This tender side dish is perfect for the holidays or any time you want to add a special touch. Dried cranberries, currants and almonds serve up color and texture. My co-workers all make this rice pilaf...
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To come up with this dish, I used a number of different recipes, plus some ideas of my own. It's great for a potluck because it's made the night before and the flavor keeps getting better. Whenever I serve...
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I threw together this recipe to give some color to the dinner plate. I knew all my relatives liked green beans, so I added onion, bacon, toasted sesame seeds and a little vinegar for a nice tang. -Karen...
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Everyone needs a go-to side dish for school events, picnics and potlucks. Here's mine. Freeze leftovers for future outings. -Rod Lundwall, Tooele, Utah
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Valerie Belley of St. Louis, Missouri enhances her pared-down potato dish by adding a layer of sliced onions and sprinkling of crumbled bacon. "They make the potatoes seem more special," she says. "The...
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