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Sauteed Cucumbers

You may not have considered cucumbers for a vegetable sauté, but these will change your mind.

Author: Martha Stewart

Roasted Cabbage Wedges

Super simple to make, this healthy side dish packs a crunchy, flavorful punch. Try serving the roasted wedged alongside our Slow-Cooker Corned Beef.

Author: Martha Stewart

Citrus Sauce

This is the perfect sauce for our grilled salmon with citrus sauce.

Author: Martha Stewart

Baked Sweet Potatoes and Pecans

This winning holiday dish is almost a dessert before you get to the pie.

Author: Martha Stewart

Red Pepper Relish

Serve this quick condiment with fresh, tangy goat cheese and crackers for an easy appetizer.

Author: Martha Stewart

Easy Chunky Tomato Sauce

This sauce can be used on pasta or pizza and spooned over vegetables, rice, or fish. It's perfect in our Vegetable Lasagna.

Author: Martha Stewart

Sauteed Collard Greens with Garlic

Collard greens are normally associated with a long, slow cooking time, but this method requires only 10 minutes of steaming. Sauteing the leaves with garlic...

Author: Martha Stewart

Pickled Hot Cherry Peppers

Quart-size jars work best for packing a lot of peppers. Use the pint-size jar to put up a small batch to serve over cheese.

Author: Martha Stewart

Creamy Tarragon Vinaigrette

Use this dressing when making our Fingerling Potato Salad with Sugar Snap Peas.

Author: Martha Stewart

Caramelized Brussels Sprouts with Lemon

Lemony Brussels sprouts make an easy side dish that's pleasantly surprising.

Author: Martha Stewart

Boiled Potatoes and Green Beans

This simple side dish is just what you need when serving a rich main course.

Author: Martha Stewart

Roasted Eggplant

Eggplant can be roasted whole or in slices, like zucchini; toss slices on a baking sheet with olive oil, salt, and pepper before roasting. The flesh can...

Author: Martha Stewart

Herb and Garlic Marinade

This basic marinade imparts a bright flavor and keeps meats moist. It's perfect for grilling and also enhances the flavors of fresh vegetables, tofu, and...

Author: Martha Stewart

Boiled Beets with Sauteed Beet Greens

If you are lucky enough to find a fresh bunch of beets with big green leaves, don't waste them-beet greens are just as delicious as beets themselves. Serve...

Author: Martha Stewart

Mashed Parsnips and Potatoes

The sweetness of the parsnips is balanced by adding potatoes. If your parsnips are very large, cut out the woody core before cooking them.

Author: Martha Stewart

Perfect Mashed Potatoes

Instant potatoes from the box can't compare to this homemade version.

Author: Martha Stewart

Peas and Pearl Onions

A handful of fresh mint brightens peas and pearl onions, making this dish an ideal side for a rich meal.

Author: Martha Stewart

Roast Goose

Serve Brussels Sprouts with Vinegar-Glazed Onions with this holiday bird.

Author: Martha Stewart

Roasted Carrots and Leeks

The combination of tender leaks and carrots make for a tasty side dish.

Author: Martha Stewart

Green Beans and Almonds

This is a quick and healthy side dish to any Sunday dinner.

Author: Martha Stewart

Cranberry Applesauce

Fresh cranberries bring a pleasing tartness and beautiful ruby color to basic applesauce.

Author: Martha Stewart

Roasted Broccoli and Cauliflower with Lemon and Garlic

Roasting these veggies with lemon and garlic brings out their natural sweetness.

Author: Martha Stewart

Roasted Carrots and Parsnips

Roasting these winter vegetables simply with olive oil and herbs brings out their natural sweetness.

Author: Martha Stewart

Roasted Acorn Squash

If small acorn squashes are unavailable, use larger ones and cut them into wedges.

Author: Martha Stewart

Roasted Turnips with Parmesan

Serve these turnip oven fries with roasted chicken, burgers, or mussels.

Author: Martha Stewart

Slow Roasted Tomatoes

Slow roasting concentrates the flavor of the tomatoes and intensifies the sweetness.

Author: Martha Stewart

Sour Cream and Dill Sauce

Pull together this quick tangy sauce for serving with Salmon Coulibiacs.

Author: Martha Stewart

Basic Roasted Beets

Beet roots can be cooked in a variety of ways (or even eaten raw), but roasting best brings out their natural sweetness.

Author: Martha Stewart

Spicy Pickled Green Beans

Here's our favorite way to use up an abundance of green beans.

Author: Martha Stewart

Grilled Eggplant

Eggplant takes beautifully to grilling.

Author: Martha Stewart

Roasted Tomatoes and Mushrooms

A turn in the oven transforms cherry tomatoes into sweet wonders and brings out the earthy flavor of cremini mushrooms. The side dish is an integral part...

Author: Martha Stewart

Currant Jelly

The versatile flavor of currantjelly complements a varietyofdishes -- from crusty breadwith butter to cold meats. Ourtartversion was inspired bythe famous...

Author: Martha Stewart

Balsamic Roasted Pearl Onions

Dark, sweet-tart balsamic vinegar adds tangy depth to roasted vegetables.

Author: Martha Stewart

Steamed Asparagus

This member of the lily family has been cultivated for more than 2,000 years. Asparagus is at its peak from February through June and is a good source...

Author: Martha Stewart

Sweet and Salty Pecans

We love this recipe when made with pecans, but any firm nuts, such as cashews or walnuts, will work well.

Author: Martha Stewart

Sauteed Mushrooms with Herbs

The secret to mushrooms that are beautifully browned and not watery is taking a hands-off approach. Stirring them as they caramelize releases the mushrooms'...

Author: Martha Stewart

Creamy Lentil Stew

Give lentil soup a refreshing twist with red, pink, or yellow varieties. After a simmer with garlic, ginger, thyme, and cinnamon, blend a third of the...

Author: Greg Lofts

Basic Red Sauce

Tomato paste, red onion, and fresh basil add a hint of sweetness to this quick-cooking marinara. Pile our meatballs on spaghetti and you have a familiar...

Author: Martha Stewart

Hot Pepper Jelly

Pepper jelly makes a spicy-sweet match for soft cheeses, such as goat or Camembert (or even cream cheese) -- especially when served atop crackers or crostini....

Author: Martha Stewart

Carrots with Thyme

These flavorful carrots go well with roasted chicken, pork, or fish.

Author: Martha Stewart

Basic Jelly

To determine whether or not the jelly is done cooking, use a candy thermometer and the "sheeting method," described below. Don't use overripe fruit for...

Author: Martha Stewart

Carrot and Parsnip Puree

Parsnips and carrots make a good companion to a main dish of pork chops.

Author: Martha Stewart

Celery Root and Potato Puree

Celery root refines homey mashed potatoes in this tasty side dish.

Author: Martha Stewart

Herbed Mashed Potatoes

Prepare mashed potatoes, omitting herbs, up to 1 day ahead; refrigerate. Reheat in a bowl set over a pot of simmering water; stir in herbs.

Author: Martha Stewart

Honeyed Walnuts

Use these to top our Warm Vanilla Cider.

Author: Martha Stewart

Fresh Mint Sauce

Serve this lively sauce alongside our Butterflied, Rolled, and Roasted Leg of Lamb.

Author: Martha Stewart

Yogurt Mint Sauce

Serve this sauce with our Lamb Kofta.

Author: Martha Stewart

Caramelized Shallots

Leftover shallots will keep for several days in the refrigerator and can be used in omelets, pizzas, sautes, and sandwiches.

Author: Martha Stewart

Curried Chickpeas

Protein-packed and so versatile, canned chickpeas are a pantry must-have that can make a meal in minutes. Try this easy idea for serving up these super...

Author: Martha Stewart

Sauteed Spinach and Shiitakes

This is a very healthy saute of spinach and shiitake mushrooms, which are high in copper, an under-appreciated nutrient.

Author: Martha Stewart