The first time I tasted this barley bake was when my daughter, a busy nurse, mother and farm wife, made it one night. Its tempting flavor prompted the whole family to ask for seconds.
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In an effort to add more greens to our meals, I created this dish-and my kids eat it up. The crispy salami is the "hook." -Jennifer Mcnabb, Brentwood, Tennessee
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This side dish was always a staple at my grandmother's delicious dinners when I was a child. It has continued to be a favorite for my entire family.
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This is a side dish commonly served with roasted chicken for Friday night (Shabbat) dinner. It doesn't have to accompany chicken only, but, as my mother once told us, when she was a child, chicken and...
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Cracklin cornbread has a texture and flavor that goes well with any meal.
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"I'm not a big fan of the traditional green bean casserole, so I came up with this easy, no-fuss version." It's so quick and versatile, you can make it anytime and for just about any main dish. Christie...
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This is a refreshing angel hair pasta salad that keeps a summer kitchen cool. It's a tasty way to get my family to eat their vegetables. -Janette Garner, Carmel, Indiana
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Rich and creamy mashed potatoes get a pop of flavor with a swirl of pesto just before serving. These Pesto Mashed Red Potatoes are a fabulous way to amp up Thanksgiving dinner or dinner on a Tuesday night....
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I first served this creamy, rich casserole at our ladies meeting at church. Everyone liked it and many of the ladies wanted the recipe. The original recipe was from a friend, but I changed it a bit to...
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Here's an elegant and mouthwatering Parmesan Orzo, shared by Marian Platt in Sequim, Washington. The creamy cheese-flavored side dish goes with a variety of entrees and is something to celebrate with its...
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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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One of my favorite sandwiches is a hot Cubano, piled high with juicy pork, layers of ham and melty Swiss cheese. These same ingredients are amazing turned into a macaroni salad. -Marina Castle Kelley,...
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Cumin, picante sauce and avocado do a terrific job of perking up rice in this any-day side dish. -Margaret Allen, Abingdon, Virginia
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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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Small red potatoes, partially peeled, make an eye-catching presentation in this simple side dish from our Test Kitchen. The potatoes are steamed, then tossed with oil and a flavorful combination of thyme...
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Meet the Cook: Potatoes are something I can eat anytime of day and almost any way. This recipe's one I came up with to go along with pigs in blankets several years ago. Our three children are grown, and...
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If you must be stingy with salt, you're sure to appreciate this flavor-rich bean dish. "These beans are well-received by folks who love hot and spicy foods and those with a more conservative palate, too,"...
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This saucy dish is flavorful and filling, chock-full of ground beef, bacon and four varieties of beans. I've had the recipe for years, and I make it often for big appetites at home and for potlucks at...
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With only four common ingredients, this crumb-topped gratin from Margaret McNeil of Memphis, Tennessee costs just 75¢ a serving.
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I make this salad for all occasions-it goes well with any kind of meat. I often take this salad to potlucks, and there's never any left over. The celery, carrots and dry mustard are a special touch not...
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This pretty pink mixture, rich with yummy fruit and nuts, is sure to disappear in a hurry. It's a sweet and speedy treat that can be served as a dessert or salad. -Anne Powers, Munford, Alabama
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Bacon, blue cheese and chopped nuts make this my mom's favorite way to enjoy green beans. I always prepare this side dish when she's coming for dinner.
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For easy entertaining, cover and refrigerate the salad a few hours before guests arrive so you don't have to bother with last-minute assembly. Turn it into a light lunch by adding sliced rotisserie chicken,...
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MY MOTHER served noodles with cottage cheese as a main dish on many a meatless Friday. I altered the recipe a little as a side dish, but it still makes a good main dish. I especially like to serve it with...
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"Power foods-broccoli, walnuts and cherries-star in this delicious, easy recipe." Joan Ranzini - Waynesboro, Virginia
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My husband, Tom, made these tender potatoes when we were first married. They've remained a family favorite to this day. -Kate Hilts, Grand Rapids, Michigan
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This wonderful side dish can easily be turned into a hearty entree by adding cooked chicken. -Taste of Home Test Kitchen
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This reliable recipe dates back to the 1970s. A dash of nutmeg adds interest to the fast-to-fix combination of buttery brussel sprouts and crunchy water chestnuts.
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This moist, hearty sage stuffing is nicely seasoned with sausage and fresh mushrooms. Sometimes I use it to stuff my Thanksgiving turkey and other times I bake it separately. -Betty Kay Sitzman, Wray,...
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"I've been making this comforting noodle and vegetable side dish for more than 10 years. It travels well and is always popular," notes Ellie Marsh of Lewistown, Pennsylvania.
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Once a week I create a new recipe for my blog, An Officer and a Vegan. I first made this risotto when I needed something cheerful and comforting. It would be fantastic with asparagus, zucchini or summer...
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This rich, sweet dish was served on my first visit to my new in-laws 40 years ago. It's a colorful family favorite compatible with other fresh garden vegetables such as cabbage and green beans.
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Green onions and parsley give this rice its name, but the appealing flavor is what makes it memorable.-Karin Bailey, Golden, Colorado
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As a young girl, my mom gave me the job of making the glazed onions every year. This easy, elegant recipe is a great addition to the holiday table.
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This sweet fruit dish is a terrific complement to salty ham on Easter morning. Apricot is a tasty change from the more common pineapple. -Janice Montiverdi, Sugar Land, Texas
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We love broccoli and, combined with cheese, it tastes extra yummy.
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The tantalizing aroma of this savory side dish baking in the oven is sure to whet your appetite. Mom scoops the pulp out of zucchini halves and mixes it with tomato, Parmesan cheese, bread crumbs and parsley....
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This flavorful dish from Marilyn Farmer of Centerville, Utah dresses up frozen green beans with onion, cheese, bread crumbs and garlic. It's easy enough to serve any day of the week.
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Crispy bacon gives this fried rice recipe a delicious difference. The sauteed leeks and onion season the rice nicely and give it an appealing look. It goes great with my mom's baked salmon. -Susan Emery...
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Once reserved for Asian royalty and guarded by warriors, shiitake mushrooms are prized for their rich flavor and meaty texture. Seasoned with oil and herbs, they taste great hot off the grill.-Steven Stumpf,...
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Spinach is one of my favorite foods, so I make this easy recipe often, using frozen or canned spinach. -Julie Dixon, Hazelwood, Missouri
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My mother loved both apricots and carrots, so when I found this recipe, I knew I had to make it for her. It has become a family favorite.
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Bold, savory flavor from bacon, Stilton cheese and fresh garlic take mashed potatoes to a whole new level. This side dish is so rich and satisfying, it could be eaten as an entree! -Jamie Brown-Miller,...
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From Desert Hot Springs, California, Marian Ridgeway writes, "My neighbor and I used to have a friendly competition for that first ripe tomato! This side dish with orzo is always a favorite."
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This recipe uses hollowed-out whole tomatoes as cups for savory bread stuffing.-Faye Wortman, Evansville, Indiana
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Susan Hase of Larsen, Wisconsin shares a hearty potato dish that's her no-fuss favorite. And because everything is wrapped in foil and cooked on the grill cleanup in a snap.
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This fluffy and flavorful couscous takes only moments to prepare. "I use couscous a lot because it cooks quickly and is so versatile-you can add almost any vegetable to it." Claudia Ruiss - Massapequa,...
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This simple treatment perfectly complements the fresh taste of tomatoes. Serve as a side dish to any entree or as a fresh summer appetizer. Mary E. Relyea - Canastota, New York
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