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Rice with Mushrooms

Convenient canned mushrooms dress up chicken bouillon-flavored rice in this easy recipe from Anita Miller of Sartell, Minnesota. "I used to prepare this dish when we were first married," Anita notes. "Now...

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Onion Kugel

Sliced eggplant, diced green pepper or shredded cabbage can be used in place of onions for this onion kugel recipe. Easy and traditional, this dish resembles a delicious souffle. -Taste of Home Test Kitchen,...

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Harvest Squash Casserole

This is a healthy recipe flavored with autumn cranberries and pecans. It goes very well with a roasted turkey and makes a colorful side dish. -Mary Ann Lee, Clifton Park, New York

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Asian Grilled Green Beans

You'll love the great flavor and easy preparation of Trisha Kruse's fresh side dish. The Eagle, Idaho cook tosses bright green beans in a sweet sauce with a subtle kick.

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Pasta with Roasted Red Pepper Sauce

This deep tomato-red sauce is sure to be a family favorite it you're looking for a low-carb, meatless pasta topping, relates Antoinette Ronzio of North Providence, Rhode Island. Made with roasted red peppers...

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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 with cooked chicken or shrimp."

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Rice and Green Pea Side Dish

This recipe combines two of my family's favorite foods-peas and rice. The ingredients may be simple, but the colorful combination is unbeatable.

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Ambrosia Fruit Salad

My mom's ambrosia salad, with its tasty combination of fresh fruits and creamy yogurt, is a family favorite, and a great addition to a backyard barbecue. -Colleen Belbey, Warwick, Rhode Island

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Savory Brussels Sprouts

"This is a family favorite that's fast and easy!" Brussels sprouts are treated to a creamy, guilt-free sauce in this delicious recipe. Paula J. Michaud - Waterbury, Connecticut

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Rich and Creamy Mashed Potatoes

These mashed potatoes are especially rich, thanks to the whipping cream. The pretty red potato skins peeking through the creamy mashed potatoes will draw comments.

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Green Beans with Red Pepper

"This is one of our favorite in-a-snap side dishes," writes Tracey Medeiros of Atlanta, Georgia. It's also a beautiful addition to any holiday plate.

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Pesto Star Bread

I was excited to work with the Taste of Home Test Kitchen to make a savory version of my Christmas Star Twisted Bread. Pesto bread is perfect for the holidays (but it's a showstopper at any time of the...

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Vegetable Macaroni

This casserole works equally well as a side dish or meatless entree. Even my meat-and-potatoes husband enjoys it, especially with a loaf of crusty French bread.-Elizabeth Erwin, Syracuse, New York

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Spiced Rice

Honey, raisins and cinnamon lend a slightly sweet flavor to this moist, Mediterranean-inspired side dish. Try it as a lovely, low-fat addition to a summery brunch or luncheon. Ellen Govertsen - Wheaton,...

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Quick Spanish Rice

We were always glad to see a big bowl of this festive rice on the table. The carrots, peas and tomatoes make it so pretty. This versatile side dish goes great with any meat or Mexican meal. - Jerri Moror,...

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Loaded Cheddar Corn Potato Patties

Make these small for the perfect bite-size appetizer. Pile them on a cake platter, and watch them all disappear. -Darlene Brenden, Salem, Oregon

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Cheesy Broccoli Rice

Looking for a new side dish for your holiday dinners? Try this recipe that combines tender rice, nutritious broccoli and savory cheese!- Karen Weavill, Johnston, Rhode Island

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Creole Stuffed Tomatoes

One of my hobbies is cooking and trying out different foods. This recipe is something I created years ago and have made many times since.

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Low Fat Refried Beans

Writes field editor Kitty Shelton from her Ketchum, Idaho kitchen, "A local Mexican restaurant shared this recipe with me. It's so simple and tasty you'll never go back to canned refried beans."

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Three Cheese Hash Brown Bake

Serve up comfort food for breakfast with this cheesy casserole featuring frozen hash browns. It requires just 10 minutes of prep before you pop it in the oven. -Nancy Sidhu, Franklin, Wisconsin

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Cheddar Taters

Potato chips are the fun topping that's sprinkled over this irresistible treatment for Tater Tots. With its garlic, onion and cheese flavors, you're not likely to have much left over. To cut preparation...

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Sweet Potato and Cranberry Bake

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Spaghetti Squash Medley

"We raise spaghetti squash in our garden, and I enjoy coming up with different ways to use it," writes Wanda Ivan of Salina, Kansas. "We like the colorful mix of tomatoes, carrot, broccoli and snow peas...

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Cardamom Carrots

"These slightly sweet carrots with a hint of cardamom go over big whenever I serve them. They're particularly nice at holidays," says field editor Joan Hallford of North Richland Hills, Texas.

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Russian Potatoes

A standout at potlucks, these creamy potatoes always get "vacuumed" out of the dish and leave guests asking for more. Try them with prime rib or a beef roast.-Judy Wilson, Sun City West, Arizona

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Baked Strawberries

Baking fruit is a great way to concentrate the flavors. I especially like doing it when strawberries are out of season and still a little firm. The balsamic vinegar is optional but gives them a nice kick....

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Cumin Rice Pilaf

"Rice doesn't have to be a boring side dish," declares Aurora, Colorado's Janice Mitchell. "Beef consomme and a dash of hot sauce really warm up this recipe for a moist, savory pilaf. It goes well with...

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Makeover Corn 'n' Green Bean Bake

The result of our makeover is a delicious, creamy, cheesy casserole perfect for any night of the year. While the original is so decadent that you might make it only for those really special occasions,...

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Savory Noodle Rice Pilaf

A combination of fine egg noodles and long grain rice makes this side dish a savory change-of-pace. Judy Barry of West Milford, New Jersey seasons the pilaf with minced garlic, fresh parsley and a little...

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Makeover Au Gratin Hash Browns

This made over dish has nearly two-thirds less fat and saturated fat than the original recipe and 40% fewer calories! Cholesterol was reduced by more than half...and the sodium by more than a quarter.-Taste...

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Lemon Pepper Rice

My quick rice dish gets a zippy twist from lemon-pepper seasoning. It complements chicken and many other types of Mexican dishes quite nicely.-Patty Burk, Nanaimo, British Columbia

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Squash au Gratin

This is a fabulous-tasting dish that has an awesome aroma while baking. Tart apples add a fruity flavor. -Deb Williams, Peoria, Arizona

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Crispy Ranch Fries

Would you like fries with that? Coming right up is an express recipe for Crispy Ranch Fries with a creamy, not-so-secret sauce. -Phyllis Schmalz, Kansas City, Kansas

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Italian Bread Salad with Olives

This quick and flavorful bread salad always gets rave reviews from my friends and family. This panzanella-style dish is a timesaver during the holidays, as it can be made ahead. Just keep the bread cubes...

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Pineapple Cabbage Saute

This dish works best with thinly sliced cabbage, so it is best not to use a shredder.

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Smashed Sweet Potatoes and Apples

Looking for ways to cut down on the number of dishes that require oven time on Thanksgiving, I devised a sweet potato dish that can be made ahead in a slow cooker. It's not too sweet, and it makes a perfect...

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Basil Cherry Tomatoes

I especially like this light, refreshing salad in summer when cherry tomatoes from the garden are in abundance.-Melissa Stevens, Elk River, Minnesota

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Zucchini Fries for 2

I often make these fries for my husband and myself, especially when our garden is full of zucchini. The cornmeal coating gives them a nice crunch. -Sarah Gottschalk, Richmond, Indiana

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Rotkohl (Red Cabbage)

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Cornbread Vegetable Cobbler

Here's a new flavor spin on the traditional cobbler. A medley of delicious veggies, this warm and savory treat is topped with a delicious cornbread mixture.- Edna Hoffman, Hebron, Indiana

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Family Favorite Caramelized Onions

This recipe was passed down to me by my mother-in-law. After a few tweaks these onions are better than ever and, to my husband's chagrin, there are rarely any leftovers. They can easily be made ahead and...

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Glazed Snap Peas

I have to have veggies with every meal, and this recipe is perfect for busy days. I love the natural sweet taste from snap peas. This is a nice side dish on any table. -Ida Tuey, Kokomo, Indiana

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Apple, Butternut and Sausage Dressing

I'd heard about using squash in dressing, so I combined four things I love into one dish: apples, butternut squash, bacon and maple sausage! Now, it's one of the most requested dishes during the holidays....

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Asparagus with Lemon Sauce

We didn't have an oven or stove in our first years of marriage, so we relied heavily on our microwave. This side of asparagus in a creamy lemon sauce was always a favorite. Garnished with fresh lemon wedges,...

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Couscous with Feta 'n' Tomatoes

This light and lovely side dish features a great blend of tangy flavors mellowed by easy-to-cook couscous. It really comes together in a snap. -Josephine Piro of Easton, Pennsylvania

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Picnic Baked Beans

I loved it when my mom made these classic beans...now I make them for my family. They have great old-fashioned flavor and are a real crowd-pleaser. I like to make them for potlucks, picnics or as part...

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Air Fryer Sweet Potato Chips

This air-fryer sweet potato chips recipe is so quick and easy. Be sure to give the sweet potato slices a quick soak in cold water to help remove some of the excess starch. -Elizabeth Godecke, Chicago,...

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Sweet and Sour Beets

With their jewel tones and tangy glaze, these beets take center stage, reports field editor Emily Chaney of Penobscot, Maine. "They always earn rave reviews!"

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Cranberry Apple Butternut Squash

"This easy casserole is a wonderful accompaniment for fall and winter dinners," writes Pat Waymire from Yellow Springs, Ohio. "The preserves and marmalade sweeten the cranberries and give the dish a fine...

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Peas and Celery

"This recipe came with the first microwave we purchased, in the early '80's, and was one of the first vegetable recipes I tried," recalls Phyllis Groves of Ukiah, California. "I loved the results and still...

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