Pair this tasty veggie side with almost any meat or fish entree. -AMY WINGENTER, TUSCALOOSA, ALABAMA
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This savory dressing gets amped up with apples and pecans. It cooks easily in a slow cooker so the stove and oven are free for the other dishes you're preparing. -Raquel Haggard, Edmond, Oklahoma
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After receiving a slow cooker many years ago and not knowing what to do with the thing, I finally branched out and read up on what it was all about. This is one of the recipes I make that is really enjoyed...
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When our son was young, corn was the only vegetable he'd eat. My husband and I soon got bored with the simple salt and butter topping, so I stirred in some lemon juice and chives.-Sue Kirsch, Eden Pairie,...
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My granny came up with the recipe for my broccoli side dish as a tricky way to get us kids to eat our greens. Our daughter Zion likes the thick mustard sauce so much, she's willing to dip all kinds of...
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Ivy Fitzjohn of Winnipeg, Manitoba shared this fun way to serve rutabaga, which is sweetened with apple, brown sugar and cinnamon.
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Anyone who hints at not enjoying broccoli would like this recipe. The vegetable combination, enhanced by cheddar cheese, makes a colorful side dish.
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These moist dumplings are an extra-special way to serve potatoes. The bread centers add a comforting touch, and the potato taste really comes through. They go so well with the Beef Rouladen and gravy....
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This tasty side dish is seasoned with herbs and butter. Just tuck the foil packet beside any meat you happen to be grilling.-Lucy Meyring, Walden, Colorado
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Creamy sweet potatoes are treated to a brown-sugar-and-pecan topping in this pared-down casserole. "I like to double the recipe for my company's Thanksgiving potluck," Tina Browning writes from Lehigh...
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Years ago, I discovered this handwritten recipe on a note card and decided to give it a try. It's deliciously different from the usual green bean casserole and quickly became a favorite. -Carol Conn, Aurora,...
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My mom shared this recipe with me back in the '80s, and now it's a Turkey Day mainstay. We freeze locally grown corn during peak season, and I love to use it in this special side. -Wendy Young, Cordova,...
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"My husband, Doug, wowed me with Confetti Couscous the first time he cooked for me while we were dating. It's still one of my favorite dishes," relates Laurel Porterfield from Bristow, Virginia.
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Chunks of apples and summer sausage bring a delicious, sweet-and-savory contrast to wild rice. My husband absolutely loves it, and the prep work takes only 15 minutes.-Rebecca McIntire, Manitou Springs,...
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Here's a fun way to jazz up wild rice. Soy sauce and chicken bouillon add plenty of flavor, while celery, mushrooms and water chestnuts help dress it up. "My husband and two adult children love this delicious...
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We love kohlrabies from our garden, but it is difficult to find many recipes that use this flavorful vegetable. This one is wonderful!
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Brussels sprouts are one food that picky eaters often resist. This recipe will change their mind. You can also add garlic and dried fruits. -Jennifer Armellino, Lake Oswego, Oregon
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Squash has traditionally been a food our family passes up, but this luscious casserole is an exception to the rule. You won't find it among our Thanksgiving leftovers-it's one of the first dishes to go...
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I love Buffalo wings, but sometimes I'm looking for something a little different. Enter the cauliflower! This air-fryer Buffalo cauliflower is fantastic as an appetizer or as a side dish. -Emily Tyra,...
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This recipe is a family favorite that always stirs up good memories and moments. It's requested for Thanksgiving, Christmas, birthday parties, potlucks and other gatherings. It's simple to make and delicious...
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This recipe is a family favorite. It is a great side dish to any meal and it fast to make.-Barbara Clouse, Blacksburg, Virginia
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A niece gave this mustard-seasoned squash recipe to me. My husband, Doug, and our three grandchildren love the zesty flavor and slightly crunchy texture. The kabobs are perfect partners to any grilled...
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I love to use fresh vegetables from my garden in this delicious dish. My whole family loves the recipe.-Michele Ridenour, Oswego, Illinois
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I found this recipe in a magazine years ago and thought it was the best squash dish I'd ever tasted. When I serve it to guests, they always agree. -Fran Swartzentruber of Sebring, Ohio
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Hot, crispy potato latkes are such a treat, but who wants to deal with all the oil and grease? I tried making air-fryer latkes and they came out just as good without all the cleanup. -Nancy Salinas, Grand...
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This bright and cheerful dish offers a delightful new way to prepare summer squash and carrots. -Sarah Gamboa, Holland, Michigan
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My family loves everything lemon and everything pasta. So when I came across this recipe, it was an instant favorite. The refreshing flavor is especially good with seafood. -Cori Cooper, Boise, Idaho
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Follow our step-by-step, photo illustrated recipe for making these delicious Squash Fritters. It's a bit of a twist on regular fried squash and can be made as a side dish or as an appetizer. Just a couple...
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This dish was inspired by one served at a restaurant in Dallas, Texas. The chef added chunks of ham, but my version is meatless. It makes a great Tex-Mex side or a filling lunch when served with cornbread....
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All my kids and grandkids absolutely love this sourdough stuffing, but especially my daughter-in-law, Amber. I usually make a big batch at Thanksgiving so I will have leftovers for my husband. But this...
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If your garden is overflowing with zucchini this time of year, make these incredible pancakes to use it up. We squeeze the zucchini well before using to remove excess moisture. -Terry Ann Dominguez, Silver...
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"What's in the butter?" is what I get asked after people taste my herb-speckled blend on fresh sweet corn. I'm more than happy to share the secret. Once you have tried this recipe, you won't want to eat...
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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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This salad makes a beautiful presentation for the holidays with the bright colors of the sweet potatoes, cranberries and spinach. -Susan Bickta, Kutztown, Pennsylvania
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This is an easy way to prepare fennel bulbs. Fennel tastes great pan-fried and you don't need a lot of seasoning as fennel has so much flavor on its own, which just intensifies while sauteeing.
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I created this recipe for Thanksgiving dinner last year. It's very much a comfort food. My family loved the blending of the sweetness of corn with the earthiness of wild mushrooms. -Tana Whitton, Las Vegas,...
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I'd never grilled corn until last summer when my sister-in-law served it for us. What a treat! So simple, yet delicious, grilled corn is now a must on my summer menu. -Angela Leinenbach, Mechanicsville,...
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When we want to share our bounty, we bake a casserole of butternut squash, apples and spices. Top it with a buttery cinnamon streusel and pecans. -Lorraine J. Darocha, Mountain City, Tennessee
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I use paprika in much of my cooking...it gives food a nice, mild flavor and adds pretty color. These mushrooms are great alongside chicken or beef entrees. -Rosemarie Kondrk, Old Bridge, New Jersey
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These pretty cheese-coated potato slices go very well with lamb chops, and the dish is easy to prepare. It's the first recipe I turn to when I have potatoes and onions ready in the garden.
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If you love asparagus, this dish is perfect for you. The almonds adds a bit of crunch to the recipe.-Helen Manhart, Neola, Iowa
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These terrific-tasting three-ingredient potatoes go with all kinds of summer entrees and just couldn't be much easier! Merle Dyck - Elkford, BC
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Fruit salad is a cheery way to round out a potluck. This one-with an easy and refreshing citrus dressing, makes a nice addition to any buffet. -Mary Etta Buran, Olmsted Township, Ohio
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These light crispy onion rings are sliced thin and spiced just right with garlic powder, cayenne pepper, chili powder and cumin. My family likes them alongside grilled burgers. They're even good as leftovers....
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This recipe comes from my husband's great-grandmother. It's especially good with ripe tomatoes from the garden, but drained canned tomatoes may also be used.-Maxine Foreman, Columbus, Nebraska
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My aunt once made potatoes like these for us. When I couldn't remember her exact recipe, I created this version. The lightly seasoned coating on the potatoes cooks to a pretty golden brown.
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