A quick and easy homemade salsa makes a mouthwatering addition to these fried tomatoes. The golden coating is so crispy, no one suspects the slices are light. -Ingrid Parker, Hattiesburg, Mississippi
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In Lynden, Washington, Perlene Hoekema whips up mashed potatoes with carrots and sour cream for a pleasing side dish.
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"My husband, Steve, and I were experimenting one night, tossing together things we both like," writes Marianne Bauman from Modesto, California, "and we created this recipe. It's a wonderful side because...
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Since moving to the South, I have come to love grits! I also love my slow cooker, and I worked to find a way to make perfect grits without stirring on the stovetop. I knew this slow-cooker grits recipe...
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Fifteen minutes, thyme and lemon are really all you need for this delicious side that really comes together in, you guessed it, a snap. Marguerite Shaeffer - Sewell, New Jersey
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You can throw together this dish in minutes using ingredients you probably already have on hand. That's the beauty of it. -Jennifer Tarantino, Rutherford, New Jersey
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Garden-fresh tomatoes and broccoli brighten this summertime salad with distinctive flavor and eye-catching color. My homemade dressing mixes up in a jiffy and complements the vegetables. -Marie Hoyer,...
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Pecans, cranberries and sweet potatoes, oh my! This side will vanish before your eyes once you put it out.
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With canned sweet potatoes and peaches, this side dish can be put together in a hurry.
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Frozen green beans get tasty herb flavor from rosemary and basil while toasted almonds add crunch.
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I use this dish often when the schedule gets tight and I need a hurry-up vegetable to cook. It adds plenty of substance to a simple meal. -Charmaine Fricke, St. Charles, Illinois
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Because cheese and sage go so well with apples, I decided to put them all in scones. These mini treats make a fall weekend brunch, tailgate or party even more fun. -Sue Gronholz, Beaver Dam, Wisconsin
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This simple side from Heather Sauter of Silver Spring, Maryland is a welcome alternative to green beans, and the pea pods look so pretty tossed with chopped onion. "This dish is a snap to make and tastes...
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I'm always looking for fun ways to use the fresh veggies that come in my Community Supported Agriculture box, and this salad is one of my favorite creations. I like to improvise with whatever I have on...
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"Simmered in tomato sauce, these fluffy dumplings with cheddar cheese in the dough make a satisfying side dish as well as a delicious, economical main dish," suggests Marie Hattrup of Sparks, Nevada
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Charlene Laper of Lakeview, Michigan made Hawaiian Baked Beans to serve at her daughter's wedding reception. Charlene reports, "They were a real hit with the guests."
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From Broken Arrow, Oklahoma, Gail Smrtic shares this colorful casserole that makes the most of fresh summer squash. A handful of chopped pecans adds a nutty crunch to the creamy side dish.
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Pair up these zucchini boats with charred pork chops, smoked fish and other grilled greats. Not warm enough for cooking al fresco? Your old-fashioned oven will do. -Nancy Zimmerman, Cape May Court House,...
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Instead of pairing broccoli with cheddar cheese, I decided to use Swiss. This creamy side dish is especially comforting on cool evenings.-Philip Stent, Leggett, Texas
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This fluffy salad is a welcome treat on warm Texas afternoons. Because there's a blueberry orchard near our home, we often pick up berries to use in this recipe and others. When blueberries and strawberries...
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My grandmother's Pennsylvania Dutch-style recipe turns plain old green beans into a tangy cross between three-bean and German potato salads. -Sharon Tipton, Casselberry, Florida
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I revised this recipe from an old cookbook. It's a great way to use up leftover cooked rice and it can be ready in just a few minutes.-Rhonda Olivieri, East Earl, Pennsylvania
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It's nice to have a reliable side dish like this that pairs well with any entree. A friend shared the recipe with me several years ago, and I use it often. -Opan Snell, Jamestown, Ohio
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I was getting tired of mashed and baked potatoes, so I decided to create something new. This potluck-ready recipe is an easy and delicious twist on the usual potato dish. -Summer Feaker, Ankeny, Iowa
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There's just enough butter and sugar in this glazed julienned carrots recipe to bring out its natural sweetness. With just five ingredients, this recipe is ready to serve in minutes. -Mary Lou Boyce, Wilmington,...
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Delicious and beautiful! Strawberries and avocado on top of romaine drizzled with a honey vinaigrette dressing. Perfect with a grilled steak and crusty bread.-Pam Nordahl, Edina, Minnesota
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This asparagus galette could be an appetizer or a side dish, or you could top it with an egg and serve it as an entree. While I prefer to make my own whole wheat crust to add a nutty flavor, you could...
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I'm all about easy slow-cooker meals. Using more cheese than ever, I've developed an addictive spin on this casserole favorite. -Kristen Heigl, Staten Island, New York
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The simple seasoning turns fresh asparagus spears into a special spring side dish that's speedy, too.-Joyce Speckman, Holt, California
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"I found a recipe for a layered veggie casserole, then modified it to use produce I had on hand," says Marilou Robinson of Portland, Oregon. "I sometimes sprinkle bread crumbs or grated cheese on top for...
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"THE SWEET TASTE of the glaze not only enhances these carrots, but it is very compatible with the rest of the meal. Another great thing about this vegetable dish is that it adds a nice colorful touch to...
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We have end-of-season picnics for my son's flag football team. This makes enough to serve plenty of hungry boys and their families. - Dolores Deifel, Mundelein, Illinois
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What could be better on a cold day than a warm casserole and creamy sweet cornbread put together? Since it starts with a mix, this side takes no time to make. Just bake, scoop and eat. Yum!-Valery Anderson,...
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My favorite way to make baby carrots is to steam them, then drizzle with an orangey glaze that makes them candy-sweet. -Heather Clemmons, Supply, North Carolina
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Mustard boosts the green flavor of the sprouts in this versatile side dish. Great served with breaded chicken or pork chops. -Leah-Anne Schnapp, Grove City, Ohio
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Living on this beautiful Canadian island, we often grill out, so we can eat while enjoying the scenery. This tempting veggie dish is the perfect accompaniment to any barbecue fare. To make the recipe even...
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To get my son to eat veggies, I mix and match flavors and spices. My slow cooker orange carrots with cinnamon won him over. -Christina Addison, Blanchester, Ohio
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This colorful side dish is classic for a reason! It provides a perfect taste of summer when garden-fresh tomatoes are in season, but we enjoy it year-round. My daughter especially loves this dish. -Ila...
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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 recipe was savory and comes from Eastern Europe...
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I created this recipe in an attempt to use up a great turnip harvest from our garden, and to lighten up one of our favorite dishes. By using turnips in place of potatoes, I made a low-carb side. Now we...
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Even if you dislike Brussels sprouts salad, you will love this dish. The dressing is truly tasty, and it pairs so nicely with the apples, grapes and walnuts. You can also add whatever cheese, nuts or fruit...
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Jan Stone of Cincinnati, Ohio jazzes up her mashed potatoes with feta cheese and garlic. "I don't peel the potatoes, because my family likes the texture better. But feel free to peel them if desired,"...
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This pretty salad is a tasty way to get your greens. To change it up, swap apples for pears and pecans for walnuts. -Joylyn Trickel, Helendale, California
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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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Swiss cheese lends distinctive flavor to this rich, creamy potato casserole. Since it tastes wonderful and looks so lovely, this side dish is perfect for serving company or as part of a special holiday...
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This delicious dish is filled with eye-appealing colors and taste that makes even a large batch disappear fast. It's easy to assemble and pop in the oven.-Rita Wilken, Bloomfield, Nebraska
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"My father first fixed these bacon-wrapped cabbage wedges a few years ago," relates Demi Rice from Macks Creek, Missouri. "Now I make them for my family when we put steak and potatoes on the grill. Even...
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There's no need to eat plain old boiled carrots when this recipe is so easy to fix. The slightly sweet orange glaze makes the carrots taste much better.-Mina Dyck, Boissevain, Manitoba
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