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Grandma's Pear Preserves

Grandma grew up in rural NC and always made these for the family. They are so good ... I hope you enjoy these as much as we have.

Author: Bridget

Homemade Ketchup

This ketchup does come close to those name brands in terms of taste, texture and color. I've never had a tomato paste-based ketchup that I liked, so I decided to cook down crushed tomatoes instead. By...

Author: Chef John

Croutons

This is great to make your own croutons for your salads, etc. When you make your own you know what goes into it and you are proud of your accomplishment. You can also add your own flavorings.

Author: Carol

Easy Lemon and Garlic Broccoli

This is an easy recipe for a delicious broccoli side that takes just a few minutes to make.

Author: Upagainstawall

Roasted Carrots and Potatoes

Roasted carrots and potatoes make a nice, easy, yummy side.

Author: Peggy Oliver

Simple Chicken Brine

This simple chicken brine will help make the meat more tender and juicy.

Author: Jay

Pickled Jalapenos

Deliciously fresh and simple pickled peppers! Peppers will keep in the refrigerator for up to 2 months as long as they are covered by the pickling liquid.

Author: Simply Sundays!

Oven Baked Bacon

I always bake bacon in the oven! You just need to plan a bit ahead as the bacon takes longer. With baking, the bacon grease stays nice and clean and you can reuse it to saute vegetables or eggs for extra...

Author: barbara

Roasted Green Beans

A great alternative to fast-food French fries. My family and friends love these as a snack or hors d'oeuvre. No matter how many I make, it's never enough!

Author: samanathon

Pickled Red Onions

These pickled red onions are easy to make and a great topping for tacos, salads, etc. Keep refrigerated.

Author: itsvince

Zaxby's Chicken Fingers Dipping Sauce

This sauce is really good with chicken and a great alternative to the traditional BBQ sauce. I like the full teaspoon of black pepper. This is also great on a chicken sandwich.

Author: franny

Homemade Cheddar Cheese Sauce

Don't care for Velveeta®? Try this recipe. It can be used in place of it. Five ingredients and in less than 10 minutes, you've got a delicious substitute for it.

Author: Yoly

Slow Cooker Baked Beans

These beans taste like Boston Baked Beans. Yummy!

Author: creamcheese5

Perfect Chicken Brine

Brining chicken adds tons of flavor and keeps the meat moist. Several years of experimenting with ingredients and method and I finally found the right combination for my perfect chicken brine.

Author: Kate Leifker

Best Spanish Rice

The combination of picante sauce and chicken broth makes this easy recipe very tasty!

Author: Angela Sims

Roasted Potatoes and Onions Easy and Delicious

If you are sick and tired of mash potatoes, fries, chips and all the other ways potatoes are prepared but don't have the time for a complicated roasted vegetables dish than this is an easy and flavorful...

Author: curryfamily2012

Raspberry Jam without Pectin

This is another 'lucky' situation when things turn for better. While making my raspberry jam, I totally forgot to add pectin. The result: exactly the same that if I did add some. Easier, simpler, and less...

Author: Francine Lizotte Club Foody

Awesome Broccoli Cheese Casserole

My mom used to make this easy recipe every Thanksgiving when I was little. We kids could never get enough! It was our very favorite Thanksgiving vegetable. If you have children, or have some coming to...

Author: Stacy M. Polcyn

Sweet Pickle Relish

This chunky relish is great for eating fresh or going into the pantry in the middle of winter cracking open a jar and putting on your hotdogs! Also great to add to macaroni salad!

Author: cindymartin21502

The Best Baked Mac & Cheese Recipe Ever

Super creamy and gloriously cheesy, this classic baked mac and cheese boasts a golden bubbling lid with ooey gooey goodness underneath.

Author: Kare for Kitchen Treaty

Easy Turkey Stuffing

Want to make great turkey stuffing? Here are the basics for how to make turkey stuffing with easy variations to make it your own. Gather your helpers around to chop up onion, celery, carrots, bread and...

Author: By Betty Crocker Kitchens

Grandma's Corn Pudding

This corn pudding is definitely comfort food.

Author: lisa cohen

Oven Roasted Potatoes

A great roasted potato side dish made with olive oil and herbs.

Author: JMRYGH

Candied Yams

This is a simple and quick way to enjoy a Thanksgiving favorite! Canned yams or sweet potatoes may be used.

Author: LORIEANN29

Greek Tzatziki

This cool Greek dip only gets better with time. Serve with pita bread, in gyros, on lamb or with whatever you like!

Author: LeeleeCooks

Honey Roasted Carrots

Simple. Easy. Delicious.

Author: FrackFamily5 CA->CT

Yellow Squash Casserole

Tender squash, gooey cheese and crunchy crackers make this a memorable side dish or a hearty main course. This is a great dish that can be made with low-fat ingredients and is still just as good!

Author: ROSECART

Oven Roasted Sweet Potatoes

My Granny made this for Easter dinner. We were all sitting at the table commenting on how delicious it was. She sat down took a bite and sighed, Ahhh, I'll never make this again. We all told her she was...

Author: CATICALIC

Pickled Peppers

These are great plain or even on a sandwich!

Author: Love2c0ok

Authentic Mole Sauce

Hot chiles and rich chocolate make this authentic mole sauce perfect for topping stewed meats or enchiladas.

Author: Allrecipes

Fried Cabbage with Bacon

My family loves this fried cabbage recipe. I serve it with homemade cornbread. Make a lot, because there will not be any left.

Author: Vairy

Ham and Scalloped Potatoes

Sliced potatoes are smothered in a cheese sauce and topped with ham. If you prefer a little kick, try adding a dash of cayenne pepper to the sauce. Delicious!

Author: Lumielle

Broccoli with Lemon Butter Sauce

A fast and zesty take on frozen broccoli. Can also use fresh broccoli. Great summer dish. Can be served hot or cold.

Author: MARDI1030

Strawberry Jam

This is by far the easiest recipe I have found for strawberry jam without using a pectin. The jam is soft, spreadable and delicious.

Author: Katharine

Oven Fresh Seasoned Potato Wedges

Family favorite french fries that go great with hotdogs or burgers.

Author: Heather Sweet

Bread and Butter Pickles II

These are the best bread and butter pickles I have ever had!! And I have been looking for a long time. I guarantee you'll love them! This recipe makes a lot, so get ready to crunch. Enjoy!

Author: David

Homemade Chili Sauce

Make this tasty homemade chili sauce in a flash with ingredients you will have already in your cabinets. Definitely less expensive than prepared, and you can adjust to your liking. Keep covered and refrigerated...

Author: Karen

Cheesy Zucchini Casserole I

This is a good, cheesy, vegetable side dish ...very easy to prepare.

Author: DC1

Dill Sauce

This sour cream dill sauce is great over any fish, especially grilled salmon. You may add more lemon or mustard to suit your taste.

Author: Lisa

Simple Roasted Butternut Squash

Butternut squash is so good on its own, that barely any seasoning is needed. This recipe is so simple and easy.

Author: MChele

Crisp Pickled Green Beans

This recipe is from my Grandmother's cookbook she made to pass to all her grandchildren. They come out very, very crisp with a wonderful dill flavor. The red pepper flakes give them a nice punch. They...

Author: Jani Whitsett

Pickled Onions

A tangy and easy little condiment to spice up any dish.

Author: Bobi

Applesauce

An easy, quick applesauce recipe. I have doubled it and canned it so we always have some on hand. My family loves it.

Author: JACKSWIFE

Pesto

Basic pesto, made with basil, olive oil, pine nuts, and Parmesan cheese. This recipe differs from the classic preparation by the addition of parsley. You can add a little extra Parmesan to the mixture...

Author: ANDERVAL

Bourbon Whiskey BBQ Sauce

This is a barbecue sauce recipe using Kentucky bourbon whiskey. For best results, refrigerate for a day or two, allowing the flavors to blend.

Author: Kevin

Slow Cooker Scalloped Potatoes with Ham

If you like ham and potatoes, you'll love this creamy recipe! Its a big hit in my house, especially with my kids!

Author: Raquel Davis

Pinto Beans With Mexican Style Seasonings

Pinto beans are simmered with onion, tomatoes, chili powder, cumin and garlic. I love making these beans just because they make the whole house smell so good, and the longer they simmer the better they...

Author: Lyndsay

Roasted Okra

As a good Southern gardener, I find myself bringing in okra by the armload nearly every other day. Stewed okra is great, but for a little variety, we like to roast ours from time to time. This is so simple...

Author: ncope

Cheese Sauce for Broccoli and Cauliflower

The basic white sauce that your mother probably taught you, with cheese thrown in for yumminess. Definitely helps to convinces kids to eat their vegetables!

Author: Samantha Webb

Fast and Easy Creamed Spinach

This is a little easier, a little quicker, a little more contemporary, and believe it or not, a little lighter than traditional creamed spinach. Have all your ingredients ready to go ahead of time. It's...

Author: Chef John