When I want a break from butters or jams, I like to whip up this simple spread. All of the variations are wonderful and taste great on toasted breads. -Rita Addicks, Weimar, Texas
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This is the perfect dish to get the kids involved in the kitchen. They will help mold the balls and they will love the taste of something they made.-Tammy Neubauer, Ida Grove, Iowa
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The wild rice adds a wonderful flavor to this casserole. I like to serve it on special occasions. -Jann Marie Foster, Minneapolis, Minnesota
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It isn't a summer cookout without potato salad, but the stuff from the deli just isn't our thing. I toyed with many recipes until I developed this one. Now if I even mention grilling or barbecuing, it's...
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Cajun spices bring the zing to roasted sweet potatoes-a side dish my family eats frequently. We dunk them in chili-spiced mayo. -Raymonde Bourgeois, Swastika, Ontario
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I found this recipe in a newspaper and adjusted it somewhat by adding additional Parmesan cheese. This is a wonderful side dish, and since the potatoes are cooked with the skin on, they are nutritious...
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After the turkey's done, I dial up the oven temp and roast carrots and squash for this yummy side. That frees me up to start the gravy. -Lily Julow, Lawrenceville, Georgia
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This side dish are always popular at my table. The rich sauce coats the carrots nicely and really perks up their flavor.-Eva Bailey, Olive Hill, Kentucky
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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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This flavorful side makes the most of those bountiful tomatoes and zucchinis. Melted Swiss cheese and sour cream lend a touch of decadence to this healthy and appealing dish. - Tina Repak Mirilovich, Johnstown,...
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Brandi Rook serves this warm creamy potato salad to the blue cheese lovers in her Salina, Kansas home. "Try it with a beef entree," she suggests. "It's incredibly tasty yet quick to fix because you don't...
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My mother always served these sweet potato balls at Thanksgiving-and she always had to double the recipe!
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The first time I made this rich side dish for a big family meal, it was an instant hit. When everyone had eaten their fill, there was a lively discussion on who would be the lucky one to take home the...
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Short grain rice is preferred when making this classic Italian dish. Arborio rice is the most widely available short grain rice to use.
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This is the kind of salad you can keep in the fridge for a couple days and it just gets better. I just add the sunflower seeds before serving to keep the crunch. -Trisha Kruse, Eagle, Idaho
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Dress up ordinary French bread by topping it with butter, Parmesan cheese and seasonings. It's a quick side dish that will complement the beef stew or most any meal. But don't expect leftovers...your family...
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Crisp-tender green beans are delicious tossed with a garlic butter sauce. With its pretty green color, this fresh dish is an attractive addition to your table.-Ruth Marie Lyons, Boulder, Colorado
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What are all those specks and spices in your Italian dressing? You probably have them in your pantry. Create your own signature blend to toss with pasta, greens and fresh spring vegetables. -Lorraine Caland,...
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Whenever we get together as a family for major holidays, my kids, nieces and nephews literally beg me to make this sweet potato casserole. It goes together in minutes with canned sweet potatoes, which...
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For a fast and flawless side dish, you'll need just three ingredients to fix this recipe.-Suzie Salle, Renton, Washington
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This comforting side dish makes a creamy accompaniment to most any main course. Not only can you double the recipe for larger crowds, but you can use reduced-fat or low-sodium ingredients if you prefer....
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"A friend gave me this recipe, and it quickly became a family favorite," says Deborah Johnson of Cody, Wyoming. "It's rich and creamy, and the roasted red peppers give it such a wonderful flavor."
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My mom got a garlic roaster and soon my kitchen was overflowing with heads of sweet, gooey, roasted garlic. This recipe, one of my many experiments, was a favorite of my family. The roasted garlic is mild...
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For a great side for any main dish, try this great authentic spanish rice. The bacon drippings add another layer of flavor and make the rice delectable.-Maria Goclan, Katy, Texas
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We get a lot of zucchini when it's in season. This is a good and different way to use the excess. -Lucia Johnson, Massena, New York
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I developed this recipe completely by accident. I was making my usual stuffed potatoes and was in a hurry. So instead of mashing the potatoes, I just tossed everything together. My family and friends actually...
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These delicious glazed carrots come to the rescue when I'm preparing a special meal. They cook while I prepare the other dishes, and the slow-cooker simmering saves me precious oven space. -Anndrea Bailey,...
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Field editor Lavonne Hartel of Williston, North Dakota chuckles as she relates, "Our nephew recently told me this salad is his favorite, but the first time he ate it at my house, he thought I was cleaning...
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This colorful casserole is the perfect side dish for Thanksgiving, with its combination of sweet potatoes, cranberries and apples. I find it convenient to cook the sweet potatoes in the morning and assemble...
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This warm salad is a deliciously different way to serve lettuce. Unlike other wilted versions, this one is not sweet. Vinegar and bacon give it old-fashioned savory goodness.
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MY MOTHER-IN-LAW always served green rice with her chicken casserole. She was a great cook, and the local newspaper featured her several times as "cook of the week". This creation of hers is one of our...
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"Here's an easy way to spice up canned beets," says Cordie Cash of Silsbee, Texas. "This is a perfect dish for large gatherings."
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We discovered Mexican street corn at a festival. This easy one-pan version saves on prep and cleanup. Every August, I freeze a lot of our own fresh sweet corn, and I use that in this recipe, but store-bought...
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I came up with this recipe when unexpected company arrived and I didn't have enough lettuce and tomatoes on hand to make a traditional salad. Everyone enjoyed it so much that it became a regular at our...
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I found myself in need of an impromptu potato dish, but I had no potatoes. Frozen hash browns and the plethora of cheeses I had in the freezer offered me the solution to my side-dish dilemma. -Cynthia...
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In Chimacum, Washington, Joy Rackham uses this fiery blend to add spark to baked sweet potato wedges. Or try the spicy mixture on pork, chicken or beef for a boost of zippy flavor.
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Yukon Golds are great for mashed potatoes because of their buttery flavor and low moisture content. They easily absorb the warm milk or melted butter you add to your spuds. -Brittany Jackson, Seymour,...
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This is a fresh pasta dish, best served immediately after cooking.
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No vegetable says spring quite like asparagus. In this recipe, we combine pretty green spears with leeks. Crushed red pepper adds a bit of zest.-Taste of Home Test Kitchen
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"Quick, easy and delicious, this appealing side dish is a weeknight staple at our house. We never tire of it," says Trisha Kruse of Eagle, Idaho. Serve as an accompaniment to chicken or pork.
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The orange dressing on this salad complements the fresh fruit flavors beautifully. It's perfect for a spring or summer brunch. -Karen Bourne, Magrath, Alberta
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I made this potato salad recipe when I worked in a small hospital. It was served in the cafeteria and to patients that were on diabetic, AHA and regular diets. -Dorothy Bayes, Sardis, Ohio
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"My German father-in-law loves to vacation in Greece," relates Jerry Lappin of Garden City, Kansas. "After a stay on the sunny beaches of Rhodes, he game me the recipe for this zesty salad, full of fresh...
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I love this creamy, fresh-tasting dressing! It's so quick to assemble and adds a summery gourmet touch when drizzled over a salad. -Kendra Stoller, Kouts, Indiana.
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Rosemary, garlic and Parmesan cheese season the tender potato slices in this delectable side dish. It's sure to satisfy family and guests alike. -Jean Minner, New Castle, Pennsylvania
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I've made this recipe featuring apples and grapes for special dinners all through my 46 married years, and it's always been a hit. My sister worked for a farm wife during the late '30s and early '40s,...
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I love fresh garden foods, especially ones as hearty as beets and carrots. This is a great way to enjoy the end-of-the-garden harvest. Plus, the ginger adds great flavor and health benefits. -Courtney...
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This is a creation from my sister, Jenny. When I saw her make it, I didn't think the combination would be very tasty together, but I changed my mind immediately upon tasting it." -Shannon Koene of Blacksburg...
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Making hard-boiled eggs in the oven is just as quick and effective as preparing them on the stovetop. This method is perfect if you're preparing large quantities for gatherings and parties. -Rashanda Cobbins,...
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