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Easy Pesto

Use pine nuts or walnuts for this classic pasta sauce.

Author: Martha Stewart

Sweet Potato Puree

At their sweetest in fall and winter, these spuds make a crowd-pleasing side dish. Use the basic version without flavorings to make pie, biscuits, or souffles.

Author: Martha Stewart

Bearnaise Sauce

Bearnaise sauce must be kept at a constant temperature. Make it no more than 20 minutes before serving; keep warm near stove.

Author: Martha Stewart

Corn and Zucchini Saute with Basil

Combine sweet corn -- fresh off the cob -- with zucchini, garlic, and basil for a colorful, healthy side dish.

Author: Martha Stewart

Honey Glazed Turnips

This simple turnip side dish goes well with steak, burgers, pork, or chicken.

Author: Martha Stewart

Sauteed Swiss Chard with Raisins and Pine Nuts

This warm salad is both healthy and flavorful.

Author: Martha Stewart

Sweet and Spicy Cranberry Sauce

A vibrant sauce is the finishing touch on any Thanksgiving plate. This showstopper requires less than 15 minutes of hands-on time. Serve it with our Citrus-Rubbed Turkey with Cider Gravy.

Author: Martha Stewart

Lemon Aioli

Serve this sauce with our Fish Soup.

Author: Martha Stewart

Prepared Horseradish

Ready-made horseradish can be bought in any supermarket, but when fresh horseradish root is available in early spring, prepare it yourself -- the fresher the root, the sharper the bite.

Author: Martha Stewart

Herbes de Provence

Although Herbes de Provence can be found in most grocery stores, it is easy to prepare your own mixture. The combinations can vary, but thyme and savory are generally used; rosemary is included for lamb...

Author: Martha Stewart

Sauteed Spinach with Roasted Red Pepper

Roasted red peppers give spinach some much-needed sweetness.

Author: Martha Stewart

Glazed Carrots and Ginger

For a less spicy dish, omit the chili pepper.

Author: Martha Stewart

Buttered Carrots with Parsley

Serve these rich and flavorful carrots with our Salt-Roasted Red Snapper.

Author: Martha Stewart

Blue Cheese Dressing

Equal parts buttermilk, sour cream, and mayonnaise give this blue cheese dressing its richness. Serve with Jalapeno Poppers.

Author: Martha Stewart

Easy Orange Glazed Carrots

For a bit of extra flavor, add a pinch or two of chopped fresh herbs, such as dill or parsley, just before serving.

Author: Martha Stewart

Buttered Savoy Cabbage

Once cabbage is wilted and tossed with a bit of butter and seasoning, you'll want to make it as a side dish more often.

Author: Martha Stewart

Honey Glazed Carrots

During the holidays, everything you make deserves a little dressing up -- including humble but hearty root vegetables.

Author: Martha Stewart

Mango Sauce

Mango sauce is a wonderful and healthy alternative to typical waffle condiments like butter and syrup.

Author: Martha Stewart

Sour Cream Mashed Potatoes

Forget heavy cream, cheese, or any other of those traditional mashed potato enhancers. Sour cream adds tang, body, and a rich creaminess that cannot be matched.

Author: Martha Stewart

Sauteed Sweet Potatoes and Spinach

Curried sweet potatoes and spinach make a dish that is hearty enough to be a meal.

Author: Martha Stewart

Bell Pepper Saute

Cooking softens and sweetens these vegetables for a perfect side dish.

Author: Martha Stewart

Broccolini with Sesame and Ginger

Broccolini is delicious when used in place of broccoli or asparagus in recipes. This side dish goes well with broiled fish or roasted or sauteed chicken.

Author: Martha Stewart

Sauteed Green Beans and Mushrooms

Serve this side dish with our Macaroni and Three Cheeses.

Author: Martha Stewart

Dipping Sauce for Tempura Vegetables

This dipping sauce hits so many flavor notes-salty, sweet, sour, umami. It's the perfect accompaniment to termpura vegetables.

Author: Martha Stewart

French Cut Green Beans With Dill Butter

A dab of butter and fresh dill turns plain-old green beans into a dish worthy of Sunday dinner.

Author: Martha Stewart

Quick Steamed Spinach

A simple side dish, just add lemon or butter.

Author: Martha Stewart

Roasted Broccoli with Lemon and Almonds

This side pairs well with broiled fish, fried chicken, and Apricot-Bourbon Glazed Ham.

Author: Martha Stewart

Basic Bechamel Sauce

Use this basic bechamel sauce to make our Rich Chicken and Squash Lasagna, Rich Beef and Eggplant Lasagna, Rich Artichoke and Mushroom Lasagna, or our Rich Spinach and Leek Lasagna.

Author: Martha Stewart

Persimmon Compote

Having a stash of this make-ahead spiced fruit topping in the fridge is like money in the bank. Use it to gussy up your favorite ice cream.

Author: Martha Stewart

Dried Cranberry and Apricot Compote

A vibrant sauce is the finishing touch on any Thanksgiving plate. This showstopping compote requires less than 15 minutes of hands-on time. Serve it with our Citrus-Rubbed Turkey with Cider Gravy.

Author: Martha Stewart

Maple Butter

This butter is delicious spread over toast or on top of pancakes, waffles, and French toast.

Author: Martha Stewart

Sauteed Escarole with Garlic

When sautéed in olive oil, escarole needs little more than a bit of garlic and a touch of salt and pepper to make a satisfying side dish.

Author: Martha Stewart

Chickpeas and Tomatoes

A sprinkling of fresh mint turns a simple side into a superstar.

Author: Martha Stewart

Stewed Rhubarb

Use this recipe to make our Meringue Cupcakes with Stewed Rhubarb and Raspberries.

Author: Martha Stewart

Mango and Avocado Salsa

This salsa goes well with grilled or broiled chicken, pork, seafood, or beef.

Author: Martha Stewart

Green Beans with Sauteed Mushrooms and Garlic

Serve a stovetop green: While the oven is filled with turkey and other fixings, make this bright side on the the range.

Author: Martha Stewart

Sauteed Kale with Garlic and Lemon

Par-boiling and sauteing kale makes it tender and delicious.

Author: Martha Stewart

Fresh Cranberry Relish

Apple tones down the tart cranberries and orange zest provides zip to the sauce in this fresh, no-cook cranberry relish.

Author: Martha Stewart

Glazed Carrots with Thyme

Cooking carrots in a bit of water, butter, and sugar brings out their delicate flavor and coats them with a thin glaze. Instead of baby carrots, you can substitute medium carrots, cut into thin slices....

Author: Martha Stewart

Roasted Radicchio

Roasting the radicchio mellows its slightly bitter flavor; balsamic vinegar adds a touch of sweetness. You can use either of the popular varieties of radicchio-round Verona or slender Treviso-in this recipe,...

Author: Martha Stewart

Braised Onions

These onions are braised withbutter and sugar.

Author: Martha Stewart

Cranberry Pineapple Relish

Even assertive ingredients like puckery-tart cranberries can be tempered by pineapple and honey.

Author: Martha Stewart

Creamed Swiss Chard

Creamed Swiss chard is a simple variation on classic creamed spinach. Don't forget the nutmeg: a dash of the stuff adds a dimension of flavor to the creamy sauce that pulls this entire dish together.

Author: Martha Stewart

Cranberry and Dried Cherry Relish

This easy homemade cranberry relish beats the canned version any day.

Author: Martha Stewart

Red Wine Vinaigrette

This simple, flavorful vinaigrette is an ideal dressing for any green salad, including our version with crumbled eggs.

Author: Martha Stewart

Honey Glazed Carrots with Cilantro

These cilantro-laced sweet carrots are good with roast chicken or pork, or braised beef.

Author: Martha Stewart

Glazed Pearl Onions

The longer those cook, the sweeter and more caramelized they will become. A little balsamic vinegar is a nice touch to add.

Author: Martha Stewart

Tomatoes and Artichoke Hearts

The beauty of this tasty salad is in its simplicity.

Author: Martha Stewart

Carrot Mashed Potatoes

Serve this creamy side dish with our Turkey Meatloaf Muffins for a delicious meal for the whole family that kids will really enjoy.

Author: Martha Stewart

Pizza Bianca

This pizza stars 3 cheeses melted on a crisp crust. Top with peppery arugula for a better-than-delivery dinner.

Author: Martha Stewart