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Fast Summer Squash Saute

"What a yummy and fast way to fix summer squash. You can also grill it." Christie Wethington - Lexington, Kentucky

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Rice Spinach Casserole

"This nicely seasoned casserole combines popular rice and the goodness of fresh spinach," says Mathilda Navias of Tiffin, Ohio. "Topped with Parmesan cheese, it's a savory side dish with any meat."

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Creamed Fresh Spinach

This flavorful no-frills side dish is a great way to incorporate the nutritious leafy greens into a meal. My mom always included creamed spinach or carrots on our holiday menu. -Rosemarie Forcum White...

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Lemon Parmesan Broiled Asparagus

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Bacon and Broccoli Salad

You'll want to serve this family-friendly broccoli salad with bacon year-round. The broccoli gets a big-time flavor boost from bacon, toasted pecans, dried berries and a mayo dressing. -Cindi Read, Hendersonville,...

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Cheesy Corn Spoon Bread

Homey and comforting, this custard-like side dish is a much-requested recipe at potlucks and holiday dinners. The jalapeno pepper adds just the right bite. Second helpings of this tasty casserole are common-leftovers...

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Green Beans with Tomatoes & Basil

Here's a fast and easy way to dress up fresh green beans. Basil adds bright flavor, while lemon juice and garlic bring spring to mind. -Taste of Home Test Kitchen

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Penne Pasta Salad

I came up with this recipe one day while experimenting in my kitchen. This salad makes a great side dish with just about any kind of meat.

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Cabbage Casserole

Even those who don't care for cabbage will enjoy it make this way. This tangy, creamy, comforting side dish goes exceptionally well with pork roast. -Ruby Williams, Bogalusa, Louisiana

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Sauteed Spinach and Peppers

We often steam our fresh spinach and eat it plain. But this version dressed up with red pepper, onion and garlic is a nice change. It is really quick and tasty-and pretty, too.

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Southern Hoppin' John

This is a quick and easy side dish that will become a favorite of your family.-Anne Creech, Kinston, North Carolina

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Yellow Squash and Tomatoes

Kathy Smith of Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania writes of her Yellow Squash and Tomatoes, "Don't be fooled by the simplicity; this is so good. I made it at least once a week last summer when the garden was producing...

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Scalloped Potatoes with Cheese

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Garlic Roasted Green Beans

This easy recipe is a family favorite throughout the year. It can be served warm or at room temperature, making it a great take-along dish.

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Candied Sweet Potatoes

My town is known as the Yam Capital of the United States. These candied sweet potatoes go well with baked ham or roasted turkey.

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Asparagus with Cream Sauce

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Cornbread Stuffing

At least 10 of us women made this old-fashioned dressing to feed over 1,500 people at our church's fall festival. Everyone thought it was wonderful. It's the best dressing I've ever made. -Patty Kierce,...

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Green Pepper Tomato Salad

My mother has made this tasty salad for as long as I can remember. It's no surprise that this recipe has worked its way into my hand-written "Most Used Recipes" book. --Lili Hill of Athens, Georgia

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Classic Potato Salad for 50

Creamy chunks of potato and crunchy bits of veggies, this traditional potato salad will gain rave reviews from your gang. It's perfect for your last family gathering of the summer. Dixie Terry, Goreville,...

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Garlic Roasted Sweet Potatoes

This unexpected combination is so tasty. It makes a wonderful fall or winter side dish with any meat. Double or triple the recipe to feed a bigger group.-Carol Ferranti, Esmond, Rhode Island

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Lemon & Garlic New Potatoes

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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Apple and Goat Cheese Salad

This goat cheese salad is a light and delicious side dish for almost any meal. The sweetness of the apples, raisins and grapes combines well with the tart goat cheese and dressing. Radelle Knappenberger...

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Green Chili Rice Casserole

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Fresh Mozzarella and Tomato Salad

A splash of lemon and hint of refreshing mint brighten up the medley of red tomatoes, creamy mozzarella and ripe avocados in this colorful, sensational salad. -Lynn Scully, Rancho Santa Fe, California

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Squash Saute

Wonderful Italian seasonings blend perfectly in this yummy and versatile squash side dish. -Vicki Schurk, Hamden, Connecticut

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Roasted Peppers and Cauliflower

Caramelization really enhances the flavors in this easy side dish. The seasoned, roasted peppers and cauliflower are just right with nearly any main course. -Cheryl Wilt, Eglon, West Virginia

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Loaded Baked Potato Salad

I revamped my mother's potato salad recipe to taste more like baked potatoes with all the fixin's, which I love. It's now the most requested dish at family gatherings. Even my mother asked for the recipe!...

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Easy Rice Pilaf

Onion soup mix and frozen peas really "rev up" your rice in this recipe. This side dish is a nice alternative to potatoes and complements turkey or any main course.

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Creamy Baked Corn

"This is an old recipe handed down from my mother-in-law and is an especially good accompaniment to roast beef," Nancy Collins relates from Clearfield, Pennsylvania. The corn is moist and creamy with a...

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German Potato Salad

I'd always loved my grandmother's German potato salad. So when I married a potato farmer-and had spuds in abundance-I played with several recipes that sounded similar and came up with this salad that reminds...

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Roasted Radishes

Radishes aren't just for salads anymore. This abundant springtime veggie makes a colorful side to any meal. -Taste of Home Test Kitchen

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Potato Asparagus Bake

Many of my springtime menus include this dish, which can be made ahead, refrigerated and baked when ready.

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Oven Roasted Vegetables

Garlic and other seasonings give great flavor to this colorful medley of vegetables at little cost. The pretty side dish from Sally Domark of Orland Hills, Illinois is tasty and inexpensive, too, at 33...

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Spectacular Fingerling Potatoes

My children absolutely love these tender "mini" potatoes. Fingerling potatoes can be found at the farmers market and specialty grocery stores, though Yukon Gold would work, too.

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Gnocchi with Mushrooms and Onion

Tender potato gnocchi are so delicious with sauteed mushrooms and onions. This is one of my family's go-to side dishes. -Kris Berezansky, Clymer, Pennsylvania

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Creamed Onions

This is my absolute favorite dish that my mom makes. The onions have a mild sweet flavor, and there's plenty of the rich creamy sauce. The sweetness makes a nice complement to the Peppered Beef Tenderloin....

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Black Eyed Peas & Ham

Every New Year's Day we have these slow-cooked black-eyed peas to bring good luck for the coming year. -Dawn Legler, Fort Morgan, Colorado

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Parsnip Potato Gratin

Parsnips don't get much space in the produce section. But their subtle sweetness makes them worth the hunt.-Kerry Dingwall, Ponte Vedra, Florida

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Roasted Balsamic Red Potatoes

When I found a potato recipe that called for vinegar, I was intrigued. But without all the ingredients on hand, I had to improvise and gave it a whirl using Italian seasoning and balsamic vinegar. It turned...

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Creamed Corn with Bacon

My family is addicted to this yummy, crunchy side. I like to make it in the summer with farm-fresh corn! -Tina Mirilovich, Johnstown, Pennsylvania

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Parmesan Roasted Broccoli

Sure, it's simple and healthy but, oh, is this roasted broccoli delicious. Cutting the stalks into tall "trees" turns an ordinary veggie into a standout side dish. -Holly Sander, Lake Mary, Florida

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Asparagus with Creamy Dill Sauce

Nothing says "spring" like a fresh crop of young asparagus. And this recipe superbly ushers in this wonderful season. The delicate cheese sauce and assorted seasonings nicely complement the tender stalks...

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Colorful Spiral Pasta Salad

Tackle gatherings with a bright pasta salad. This tricolor toss-up with broccoli, tomatoes, olives and a hardworking dressing is one of the easiest cold pasta salad recipes you could take. -Amanda Cable,...

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Italian Style Broccoli

With just a handful of ingredients, this side comes together in a jiffy. Coupled with the ravioli, it's a menu that might just make you fall in love, Italian-style! -Phyllis Schmalz, Kansas City, KS

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Yellow Squash and Peppers

Anna Stodolak sends her quick veggie side dish that's sure to perk up any dinner. Anna uses fresh yellow squash and peppers from her Volant, Pennsylvania garden.

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Roasted Asparagus Risotto

This recipe's wow factor makes it perfect for special occasions. To save time, the asparagus and prosciutto can be roasting while the rice cooks on the stovetop. They'll be ready to stir into the risotto...

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Curried Quinoa Salad

Quinoa is such a fantastic salad base-it's full of protein, it adds a nutty flavor, and it's the perfect vehicle to soak up any kind of dressing. If you like a little more heat, add more cayenne or curry...

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Oven Roasted Potato Wedges

Rosemary lends a delicious, delicate flavor to these potato wedges. This recipe is perfect for company.-Ellen Benninger, Stoneboro, Pennsylvania

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Fresh Green Beans & Garlic

I am a firm believer that fresh is best. I developed this recipe to take advantage of our garden veggies. It really shows off the full flavor of the green beans. -Carol Mayer, Sparta, Illinois

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Pasta and Garlic

A simple and delectable dish! Choose your own pasta and top with garlic, almost as simple as that! Use any sort of cheese you like.

Author: Josie Strazzulla