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Cilantro Lime Sweet Potatoes

This is something my mom makes as a side dish for meats. The sweetness of the potatoes is perfectly complemented by the hint of lime and cilantro! It is...

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Garlic Chive Mashed Potatoes

Creamy and comforting, these savory spuds will complement many entrees. "Stir in extra broth to get the texture you desire," suggests Leslie Cain of Starkville,...

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Spicy Grilled Broccoli

My kids eat this spiced broccoli without cheese; it's that good. It transports easily to the beach, the park or tailgate parties and also works on an indoor...

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Old Fashioned Riced Potatoes

This traditional side dish is a nice change from mashed potatoes. My husband is a big fan of them.-Gloria A. Warczak, Cedarburg, Wisconsin

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Corn 'n' Broccoli Bake

This sweet, comforting side dish is a very creamy casserole that resembles corn pudding.-Betty Sitzman, Wray, Colorado

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Roasted Brussels Sprouts with Hazelnuts

What I love about this recipe is the mix of Brussels sprouts and hazelnuts. This flavorful combo is festive enough for a special occasion yet homey and...

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Garlic Mashed Cauliflower

I order cauliflower mash every time we're at our favorite restaurant. Lucky us; one night, I figured out how to make it at home. It was so easy! -Jean...

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Parmesan Tomatoes

When ruby-red tomatoes appear on the vines in the garden, my family requests these cheesy topped tomatoes as a side dish. I also enjoy these by themselves...

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Black Beans 'n' Rice

"A co-worker who was born in Cuba helped me perfect the recipe for this hearty dish," reports Helen Simms of Lyons, Michigan. "Now it's one of our family's...

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Asparagus and Sun Dried Tomatoes

Crisp-tender asparagus is drizzled with lemon butter sauce and sprinkled with flavorful sun-dried tomatoes in this effortless, time-saving recipe.

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Sweet Potato Carrot Crisp

Sweet potatoes take a different twist in this whipped side dish that pairs them with carrots. It's subtly sweet and has just a hint of garlic, while the...

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Maple Winter Squash Casserole

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,...

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Potato Stuffed Peppers

For an eye-appealing twist on traditional mashed potatoes, serve this tempting side alongside ham, chicken or your favorite meat loaf.

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Shiitake & Butternut Risotto

I like to think of this recipe as a labor of love. The risotto takes a bit of extra attention, but once you reach that requisite creaminess, your taste...

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Fiesta Potatoes

"I originally served this zippy filling on open-faced French rolls," writes Socorro Kimble of Bakersfield, California. "One day I added some of the leftover...

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Old Fashioned Potato Pancakes

If you're looking for a change of pace for breakfast, try these old-fashioned potato pancakes. They were my grandmother's favorite breakfast dish, and...

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Spaghetti Squash Casserole Bake

Don't be fooled by this recipe-it only looks complicated. long ago, one of our daughters passed it on along with squash from her first garden.-Glenafa...

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Dilly Mashed Potatoes

In this recipe, dill adds a little spark to ordinary mashed potatoes. Plus the green flecks of this delightful herb make for a pretty presentation.-Annie...

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Holiday Apricot Kugel

I first came across this recipe while visiting my wife's family in Buck's County, PA. It goes great with Thanksgiving dinner as a side dish. The original...

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Mixed Veggies and Rice

To add variety to sides for those who don't care for potatoes, I came up with this colorful dish. It's an easy slow-cooker recipe that you can put right...

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Simple Italian Spinach Salad

"While the fish is marinating, I toss together a big bowl of Italian Spinach Salad," Judy relates. "Prepared Italian dressing makes this twist on traditional...

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Roasted Rosemary Potatoes with Mayonnaise

"This is one of my family's all-time favorites, and you won't believe how simple it is. You can alter it to fit whatever meal you dream up." -Melissa Graham,...

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Cream Style Corn

I was raised on a farm in this small rural community. Although I'm not living on a farm at present, I'm still a country girl at heart! When I shared some...

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Mashed Potato Cups

This recipe makes a tasty side dish that's a nice alternative to the standard potatoes or rice. -Jill Hancock, Nashua, New Hampshire

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Slow Cooker Italian Mushrooms

I love to make these mushrooms for big family gatherings-everyone wants to know what the secret ingredients are! They're a star as a side dish, and leftovers...

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Baked Italian Zucchini Boats

The tantalizing aroma of this savory side dish baking in the oven is sure to whet your appetite. Mom scoops the pulp out of zucchini halves and mixes it...

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Whipped Carrots with Cranberries

Margie Haen of Menomonee Falls, Wisconsin sends her special dish with an obvious fall feel. The buttery texture and sweetness of cranberries and brown...

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Mango Gelatin Salad

My Aunt Nannette shared this smooth and refreshing salad as a convenient do-ahead dish. The mango and apricot flavors go well with pork, chicken and beef....

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Tomato Cabbage Stir Fry

"I've been serving this dill-seasoned side dish for more than 30 years," shares Agarita Vaughan of Fairbury, Illinois. "I fix it frequently in the summer...

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Roasted Dijon Broccoli

Pair this tasty veggie side with almost any meat or fish entree. -AMY WINGENTER, TUSCALOOSA, ALABAMA

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Tangy Cauliflower

"Our children never liked cauliflower until I started serving it this way," reports Stephanie Myers of Mobile, Alabama. "They love the colorful mustard...

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Elegant Green Beans

Mushrooms and water chestnuts give new life to ordinary green bean casserole. Every time I make it for friends, I'm asked to share the recipe. -Linda Poe,...

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Italian Sausage Stuffed Squash

From Troy, Ontario, Ruth Lee writes, "A neighbor gave me this recipe and was so enthusiastic about it, I had to try it. This is absolutely the best way...

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Cheesy Carrots

When Lois Harbold of Elizabethtown, Pennsylvania is looking for a streamlined side dish, she turns to this comforting recipe. Convenient frozen carrots...

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Apple Stuffing Muffins

Take stuffing one step further with these fun single-serving portions baked in a muffin pan. The apples really keep them fresh, and even kids love them....

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Chipotle Sweet Potatoes

Tired of the same old sweet potato recipe? Try this spicy-sweet side. It's a great way to add this nutritious veggie to your diet any time of year. -Kim...

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Ranch Glazed Baby Carrots

There's no need to dip these flavor-packed carrots in a creamy dip-they're already sauteed in delicious ranch dressing mix. You and your crew will love...

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Cabbage Potato Saute

For a quick and easy side dish, try this recipe. The cabbage is so flavorful with the butter and vinegar.-Jeann Jones, Ogema, Wisconsin

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Creamed Peas and Potatoes

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...

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Eggplant Fries

My kids love this snack-and I like that it's healthy. Coated with Italian seasoning, Parmesan cheese and garlic salt, these veggie sticks are broiled,...

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Texas Pecan Rice

For a special holiday side dish, I dressed up an old recipe to give it a little more Texas character. Everyone loved the savory flavor and crunchy pecans....

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Creamy Cranberry Apple Salad

For over 30 years, this recipe has been a holiday tradition in my family. With marshmallows, cranberries, apples and grapes, it has a sweet-tart flavor...

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Honey Lime Berry Salad

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....

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Baked Shredded Carrots

Everyone who samples this crisp and tender carrot dish loves it. I make it often when we have fresh produce from our garden. Its bright orange color of...

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Spicy Roasted Potatoes

"I came up with this recipe when I had some leftover taco seasoning mix. I used it to spice up oven fries...and they were an immediate hit!" writes Linda...

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Fresh Artichokes with Lemon Yogurt Dip

Artichokes are at their best when you prepare them simply, without a lot of fuss or seasonings to overdress them. Many people dip the petals in melted...

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Baked Cannellini Beans

My sister developed this baked cannellini beans recipe after a Christmas holiday. We were still all together but nobody wanted to go to the grocery store,...

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Slow Cooker Mushroom Rice Pilaf

A few modifications to our dear Great-aunt Bernice's easy mushroom rice pilaf recipe have made this an always-requested dish for potlucks, barbecues and...

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Tomato Feta Bow Ties

"This is an easy variation on a spaghetti recipe," writes Ryan Wilcox of Rochester, Minnesota. "It can be used as a side dish, or as an entree when combined...

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