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Asparagus and Mushroom Rice Medley

With tons of veggies and flavorful rice, this simple dish has all your sides covered. Hearty and filling, this, paired with chicken or the pork chops here, is the only side you'll need. Vary the basil...

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Fresh Grape Broccoli Salad

Field editor Lavonne Hartel of Williston, North Dakota chuckles as she relates, "Our nephew recently told me this salad is his favorite, but the first time he ate it at my house, he thought I was cleaning...

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Fried Asparagus

This battered asparagus is a favorite at events. It's fun to eat with a side of ranch dressing for dipping. -Lori Kimble, Montgomery, Alabama

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Potato Balls

Here's a delightful way to use leftover mashed potatoes! These puffs are easy to make, and my family prefers them to french fries. Children enjoy them plain, buttered or drizzled with honey or maple syrup....

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Macaroni Coleslaw

My friend Peggy brought this coleslaw to one of our picnics, and everyone liked it so much, we all had to have the recipe. -Sandra Matteson, Westhope, North Dakota

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Sauteed Spinach

My dad has grown spinach for years, and we've developed several recipes for it, but this one beats them all! -Terra Fondriest, St. Joe, Arkansas

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Creamy Mushrooms

My friend gave me this recipe. Tender mushrooms in creamy sauce! Serve over warm biscuits, rice or pasta.

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Onion Beet Salad

Everyone loves the tangy dressing on these mouthwatering baked beets. I'm always asked to bring this pretty dish to family gatherings.-Barbara Van Lanen, Salinas, California

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Parmesan & Garlic Fries

An even tastier way to eat fries! The addition of Parmesan and garlic makes this side dish simple irresistible. -Taste of Home Test Kitchen

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Puerto Rican Tostones (Fried Plantains)

Crispy fried plantains. A plantain is a very firm banana. Serve as side dish with your meal or as appetizers.

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Oyster Casserole

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Classic Make Ahead Mashed Potatoes

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Grilled Peppers and Zucchini

This versatile side dish is so simple and quick that I had to share it. Grilling the colorful veggies in a foil packet means one less dish to wash, but I sometimes stir-friy the mixture on the stovetop....

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New Potatoes

There were no refrigerators or freezers when I grew up, so we were eager to taste those first fresh vegetables from the garden-especially when served with our favorite Sunday dinner. Among the pork chops,...

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Creamy Blueberry Gelatin Salad

Plump blueberries and a fluffy topping star in this pretty, refreshing salad. My mom's blueberry salad was served at every holiday and celebration. Now my grandchildren look forward to sampling it at holidays....

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Asparagus with Mustard Sauce

Here in Iowa, asparagus patches grow wild along the roads. My husband and I often go asparagus hunting on Saturday and Sunday mornings. A tangy mustard sauce complements the fresh asparagus in this easy...

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Cauliflower with Buttered Crumbs

Our home economists offer this home-style way to add flavor and interest to steamed cauliflower. Serve this simple side dish with a variety of entrees.

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Cheesy Scalloped Potatoes

These potatoes still have the creamy texture and cheesy flavor your family expects, but this slimmed-down version has less fat and fewer calories.-Taste of Home Test Kitchen, Greendale, Wisconsin

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Easy Apple Sweet Potato Bake

This side dish is a winner. Not only do I like the flavor, I love the fact that it's so easy.

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Spicy Corn on the Cob

"Being from Louisiana, we like everything hot...even our vegetables," writes Glenda Ardoin from Hessmer. "This is one of our summer favorites."

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Mom's Potato Pancakes

These old-fashioned pancakes are fluffy inside and crispy outside. Onion adds nice flavor. Mom got this recipe from Grandma, so we've enjoyed it for years. -Dianne Esposite, New Middletown, Ohio

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Potato and Spinach Casserole

A friend served this casserole at a dinner party, and I had to ask for the recipe. I've made it for friends and relatives on a number of holidays and other special occasions since. The recipe is perfect...

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Wild Rice Pilaf Bake

I make this recipe for almost every holiday and often take it to potlucks. Usually, I make the pilaf ahead to allow the flavors to blend and then reheat it in the microwave before serving. This also makes...

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Eggplant Parmesan

We really like eggplant and would rather have it baked than fried. This can be served as a side dish or main dish. -Donna Wardlow-Keating, Omaha, Nebraska

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Sweet Potato Casserole

I got this recipe from a friend years ago, and I've used it a lot since! So many of my friends enjoyed it that I've sent the recipe all over the country. I make it primarily for Thanksgiving, or with dinner...

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Spicy Asparagus Spears

This no-fuss dish gets its zippy taste from Cajun seasoning and crushed red pepper flakes. Even those who don't like asparagus will enjoy these buttery spears.

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Roasted Fennel and Peppers

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Creamy Butternut Squash Casserole

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Green Chile Creamed Corn

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Marinated Mushrooms & Artichokes

I marinate mushrooms and artichokes in fresh tarragon, thyme and seasonings so they turn out tart, tangy and irresistible. -Marcia Doyle, Pompano, Florida

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Southern Potato Salad

This potato salad with a southern twist is perfect for a church supper or potluck. The pickles add extra sweetness. -Gene Pitts, Wilsonville, Alabama

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Cajun Seasoning Mix

In Chimacum, Washington, Joy Rackham uses this fiery blend to add spark to baked sweet potato wedges. Or try the spicy mixture on pork, chicken or beef for a boost of zippy flavor.

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Cheesy Baked Onions

I FOUND this recipe in the newspaper many years ago. It has been a family favorite ever since. Since it goes well with any meat, it's a good "dish to pass" for family gatherings or potluck suppers. Someone...

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Roasted Artichokes with Lemon Aioli

Petals of savory artichoke leaves are so delicious dipped into a creamy lemon aioli. It may seem intimidating to roast whole artichokes, but the steps couldn't be simpler-and the earthy, comforting flavor...

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Bacon Cauliflower Salad

My Aunt Lavern's special cauliflower salad recipe combines crispy-crunchy ingredients with a creamy dressing that's ever so slightly sweet. -Kelly Ward Hartman, Cape Coral, Florida

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Snow Pea Stir Fry

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Au Gratin Cheesy Potatoes

"This is one of my favorite ways to fix potatoes," Lois reports. Slices are coated with a cheesy sauce and topped with golden crumbs. "We often serve it with baked ham on New Year's Day," she notes.

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Rich and Creamy Corn Casserole

This comforting side dish makes a rich and creamy accompaniment to almost any main entree. Kids and adults alike will ask for this dish time and again.-Gail Bigford, Glendale, Arizona

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Hungarian Cabbage With Noodles

-Marjorie Werner, East Greenville, Pennsylvania

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Lemon Butter New Potatoes

With an abundance of potatoes in our garden each summer, I often make this easy recipe. We love the combination of parsley and spices, and the lemony butter sauce. They make a great accompaniment to grilled...

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Raspberry Poppy Seed Dressing

I love this creamy, fresh-tasting dressing! It's so quick to assemble and adds a summery gourmet touch when drizzled over a salad. -Kendra Stoller, Kouts, Indiana.

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Barbecue Beans

"I USED TO make Mama's beans from scratch, just like she did. But, one day when I was pressed for time, I resorted to canned beans and doctored them up a bit. To my surprise, this 'doctored dish' took...

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Yellow Squash Casserole

This casserole is one of my favorites. My family often requests it and it is a great way to use up yellow squash!-Mae Kruis, Gallup, New Mexico

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Scalloped Cabbage Casserole

I've taken this dish to many church dinners and receive good comments every time. If your children won't eat cabbage, try making this recipe for them (but don't tell them what's in it!).

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Basil Tomato Tart

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Quick Mashed Potato Cakes

What a great way to use up any remaining mashed potatoes! These light cakes cook up golden brown and have a wonderful butter-and-onion flavor. Kids and adults alike will love our Test Kitchen's spin on...

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Grandmother's Orange Salad

This orange salad dessert is slightly sweet and tangy, too. It adds beautiful color to any meal and appeals to all ages! -Ann Eastman, Santa Monica, California

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Creamy Grilled Potato Salad

To avoid turning my oven on in the summer, I grill just about everything-including this creamy potato salad. My friends have dubbed this 'The Best Potato Salad You'll Ever Put in Your Mouth!"-and I love...

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Cheesy Chili Fries

My family is all about chili fries, but restaurant versions pile on the calories. For a healthier approach, bake them and serve with green onions and avocado. -Beverly Nowling, Bristol, Florida

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Pasta with Tomatoes

Earlene Ertelt of Woodburn, Oregon found the recipe for Pasta with Tomatoes in the newspaper a few years ago and has used it frequently ever since. "My husband, Charles, and I are busy on our farm and...

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