Grated Sweet Potato PuddingMy mother used to make this. I remember eating it as a child and it was so good. This is my cousin's recipe. When her health was good, she would make this and bring it to our covered dish family gatherings. It was enjoyed by all.
Healthy Baked PlantainsA starchy relative to the banana, these healthy treats are easy to make.
Refried Black BeansOne of my new favourite things to use with my tacos, burritos, and nachos is refried black beans. I originally found out about them when I saw them next to regular refried beans in the canned aisle at the shops. When I realized they were barely available at all the other grocery stores I shop at, I started making my own. Now, I love my homemade version so much more. I use cooked black beans from a can, but you could also use dried beans after soaking and cooking.
Seasoned CouscousDo you need a quick, easy and healthy side dish? You can prepare couscous. For an even quicker option, I have used this jarred Moroccan couscous that also has vegetables. Optional - top off with fresh cilantro, dried raisins, pumpkin seeds and garbanzo beans. As reference, I made 2 cups which was enough to feed 4 people as a side.
Pine Nut Garlic Green BeansThere are very few ingredients in this delicious side, but the flavours and texture make it taste superbly complex. I love these beans so much, I could have them as my main course!
Bean and Vegetable Side DishThis is an easy to whip up healthy side vegetable dish or could be mixed into quinoa! It is much faster to cook these yellow eye heirloom beans in an Instant Pot because it is much quicker versus the stove but you can still use the stove to achieve this dish.
Cauliflower RisottoI love cauliflower rice, but what's one way to one-up rice? Risotto! This cauliflower risotto is easier to make than regular rice risottos, and tastes so very good. I haven't been able to get a lot of my family members on the cauliflower rice wagon, but they've totally jumped on this cauliflower risotto train! All aboard!
Fried Rice from LeftoversI love turning leftovers into new meals in the following days, and this fried rice is one of my favourites! You can use any meat, veggies, and rice you have left over to make a new meal that tastes nothing like it used to. I used leftover ham and rice from Thanksgiving, and used up the rest of the veggies I had in the drawers.
Fluffy Crispy Garlic BreadThis is a fantastic garlic bread. It's got a super fluffy moist center with crispy, crunchy edges. You might want to make extra because this stuff goes quick!
Homemade Garlic BreadYou can't have Italian food without *good* garlic bread!
Ginger CarrotsCarrots were on sale in my area for 33 cents a pound. In addition, I grew some carrots in my garden. I' have been looking for ways to prepare them. This recipe is different, healthy and delicious. You could easily halve or double it.
Spicy Bok Choy Side DishThis is a quick and easy side dish you can whip up with minimal ingredients. Pairs perfectly with any rice dish or soup.
Savory Bread PuddingI think when most people think of bread pudding, they immediately think of a soft and sweet dessert. This recipe uses up your stale bread and turns it into delightful savoury pudding you can serve as a side dish or as a meal. It's cheesy and smooth with a beautiful crisp crust.
Bacon Apple StuffingI came up with this recipe for homemade stuffing when I was recently having a turkey, apple, and bacon sandwich. I loved the combination so much, I thought a stuffing version of it would be a great addition for the holidays to have alongside turkey. I usually use packaged stuffing mix and throw in extras, but this will now be my go-to method from scratch. The textures will blow you away. I can't get enough of it!
Butternut Squash and ApplesI love butternut squash! Just in time for Thanksgiving. What a great side dish to any meal. It is so remarkably good!
Tofu, Greens, and RaisinsVery simple and quick side dish to go with your lunch or dinner.
Mushroom Fried RiceThis is a quick and easy way to enjoy a restaurant favorite. It is not only easy but also very tasty and a nice side to any meal. Rice can be prepared ahead and refrigerated or you can use leftover white rice from the day before.
Pineapple Fried RiceI just love this refreshing and juicy take on egg fried rice. It's the perfect crowd-pleaser for summer potlucks and picnics, especially when served in the pineapple itself. This recipe includes steps for adding raisins and coconut, but I also make this without them for my picky family members, and it turns out just as great!
Homemade Apple Cranberry StuffingThis recipe I have been using for years when I cook a roast pork tenderloin for a Sunday dinner for my family. That is their favorite meal! :) This is mouthwatering.
Cannellini Bean SautéSo easy, fast, delicious, and very inexpensive, too. A nice change of pace when you are tired of potatoes, rice and pasta. It's ready in a matter of minutes.
Baked Sauerkraut and TomatoesThis dish is so good, and goes great with meat and potatoes. When I bake chicken, beef or pork in the oven, I prepare this dish. I bake it at the same time as it takes about 2 hours to cook. It's great to cook ahead and have plenty of leftovers to have later.
Mennonite Baked CornAn easy way to enjoy home-cooked corn.
Barbecue Black BeansI found this recipe that is supposed to be a copycat of El Pollo Loco. I didn't have all the ingredients, so this is an adapted version. The beans are smoky, tangy, and a little sweet. Everyone loved them.
Dreamy Mashed Sweet PotatoesA twist on your regular dish. These are creamy, sweet, and oh, so good! They are very easy and pair well with a savory main course. Try them! I don't think you'll be disappointed.
Easy StuffingAmazing! Two products makes a great stuffing. It comes out so flavorful. Enjoy!
Davy Crockett's Corn FrittersDavy's favorite. Watch out, he will eat them all!
Fried Green TomatoesAlthough we try not to eat a lot of fried foods, fried green tomatoes are a real treat sometimes and so simple to make.
Spicy Cajun Black Eyed PeasCajun style stewed tomatoes bring a different taste experience to these wonderful traditional beans. Using canned black eyed peas makes this recipe super easy.
Cauliflower PancakesA delicious and different way to prepare this wonderful, healthy vegetable.
Apple Butternut Squash Squares with PecansThis can be done with either butternut squash or sweet potatoes. With the sweet potatoes, you can add a dollop of whipping cream. I don't know how the squash would taste with the whipping cream.
Squash DressingThis dressing is made of squash and is really good, in my opinion. It is hard to get kids to eat squash and it is such a great food choice!
Parmesan Onion and Celery BakeThis is a delicious onion recipe that has celery in it along with Parmesan cheese. I leave out the pecans though.
Corn FrittersGreat with soup or chili!
Quick Baked BeansSimple, easy, old-fashioned way to make great baked beans!
Creamy Baked CornI like this recipe because it not only tastes very good, but it's economical to make!
Cheese Topped TomatoesWhen cherry tomatoes and grape tomatoes begin to ripen in the garden, they do so at an amazingly fast pace. As an alternative to just adding these tomatoes to a salad, I cook them and serve them as a side dish. The recipe can be expanded to provide as many servings as you need to feed your family.
Zucchini, Corn, and Tomato DishThis is a great combination of ingredients and it's also a great way to use some of the zucchini we are growing in our gardens.
Escalloped CabbageI love the combination of cabbage and Cheez Whiz in this recipe! Any cabbage lover is sure to love this recipe!
Turmeric Spiced Roasted Red OnionsTurmeric has an earthy hint of ginger and pepper flavors. When added to roasted sweet red onions and then topped with cilantro as a garnish is a nice flavor blend treat.
Butterscotch YamsThese are great for a holiday get together or any time. I prefer to use the dark Karo syrup over the light, but either one can be used. Very sweet and good!
Sauteed Cilantro Lime CornI love corn! Have never tried to saute it before and I'll tell you that other than grilled corn there is nothing better than sauteed corn! Combined with cilantro and lime juice?
Cheesy Green BeansThis is a great, kid-friendly, easy, microwave recipe with a great blend of ingredients.
Molasses Baked BeansThis was one of my dad's favorites. Not one of mine, but I would like to post this in his memory. If you are a bean lover, you will probably really enjoy this recipe!
Green Beans and Potatoes with BaconThis is real comfort food. The recipe calls for a full pound of bacon - you can cut that down if you like. I make it with the whole pound since we rarely eat bacon.
Veggie MashA new spin on a classic favorite. These mashed potatoes are made with potatoes, cauliflower, and carrots. They are as delicious as they are colorful.
German Green BeansThese beans are a little tart and very tasty!
Sage Poultry StuffingThis recipe is delicious when used to stuff your birds for the holidays whether it be a turkey, chicken or, as we did for Thanksgiving Cornish Hens. It is very versatile, as you can also use it to make a casserole from the leftover turkey or chicken.
Yorkshire PuddingMany people think of a dessert when hearing about Yorkshire Pudding for the first time. It's actually a bread-like, savory side dish from England that is similar to a popover. It is to be served with a beef roast or something similar and best when served with gravy.
Mother's Stuffing RecipeThis is the recipe that my late Mother used and I have been using it for years.
Sweet Potato PuddingThis is a good and easy recipe for sweet potatoes. This time of year they are plentiful and cheap. I add some different spices at times to change the flavor a little.
Corn PuddingYummy corn recipe!
Corn PuddingCrisp kernels of corn sauteed with peppers and onions and a little bacon, mixed into a creamy custard - what could be better? The flavors combine and make a really delicious dish.
Boston Baked BeansNot a personal favorite of mine, but here is one my dad used to love! If you are a white bean lover, you'll probably like this one!
Cornbread Stuffing and Two Corn MedleyThis is a dish that only has three ingredients. The creamed corn is what makes it sweet! Excellent when paired with cranberry sauce.
Baked BeansThis is very hearty and yummy!
Apple Pineapple Side DishQuick and easy to make, healthy, and delicious. This is a great accompaniment to a pork roast, or add a little more sugar, top with whipped cream or ice cream, and serve warm or cold as a dessert.
Onions and PeanutsVery different recipe, but very good!
Great Great Northern BeansNo one can cook beans like my hubby! Great northerns are my fave.
Cowboy BeansWe used to have these when we camped in the summer time. This recipe tells how to bake them in the oven, but we used to heat them over an open fire. Just mix and heat through. Yummy with hot dogs or burgers from the grill.
Barbecued Black BeansI'm not always fond of beans unless they are either green or baked, but I have also learned now to really love black beans! This recipe is so good and black beans are very healthy as well.
Grandma Sadie's Spinach SouffleWonderful dish to share with friends and family. They will keep going back for more!
Quick and Easy Rice and BeansThis is super quick and easy, especially if you use leftovers. You can change the ingredients easily, use different beans, sausage, or salsa, and add in what you want.
Rice with Beans and BaconHeat oven to 350 degrees F. Mix all ingredients except bacon in ungreased 2 quart casserole. Cover and bake until liquid is absorbed, 60-65 minutes.
Nutty Bulgar WheatFinely chop onions and fry in the oil. Add almonds, pine nuts, and sesame seeds. Fry for 2-3 minutes. Rinse bulgar wheat and add to nuts. Pour in the stock and add seasoning to taste.
Dad's Baked BeansSoak beans overnight. Put on to boil in cold water with soda. Boil 5 minutes. Drain. Wash with boiling water. Drain. Cover with fresh boiling water.
Spanish RiceThis is a frugal and super quick and easy recipe for Spanish rice, like restaurants serve alongside Mexican food.
Barley with Lime and Cilantro DressingThis dish tastes yummy served warm, at room temperature or cold. If you're not thrilled about cilantro, you can omit and still enjoy simple lime barley ;-)
Baked BeansBrown onion and bacon in skillet; add to other ingredients. Mix well. Bake in oven at 275 degrees F for 45 minutes. Serves 6-8.
Easy Potato SouffleBeat potatoes with margarine, milk, salt, pepper and onion or chives. Beat egg whites stiff and fold in. Pour into buttered baking dish, 1 1/2 quart size.
Fried Green BeansThis turns a can of green beans into a side dish that is just delish!
Moist Poultry DressingThis is so good!
Mushroom BarleyWonderful combination of fresh mushrooms and quick cooking barley.
Apricot Ginger SquashThis is so easy and reheated leftovers are yummy too. Preheat oven to 350 degrees F. Cut squash in half, discard seeds, cut a thin slice from bottom of squash so it will sit flat and place halves, hollowed side up, in a large greased baking dish.
Cheesy Potato BakeHeat cream cheese in saucepan over low heat until melted. Stir in soup. Place frozen potatoes evenly in 9x13 glass baking dish.
Scalloped TomatoesMix bread crumbs and melted butter. Pat into a greased 9x13 inch pan. Melt butter in pan; add onions and lightly brown. Add tomatoes, sugar, tapioca, salt, and paprika and cook 5 minutes.
Simmered Garbanzo Beans and Tomato With BasilA yummy, nutritious side dish.
Bean and Onion BakeSaute onions in butter until limp; blend in flour, salt, mustard, and pepper. Add milk; stir until mixture thickens. Blend in 1/3 cup of cheese and fold in green beans.
Yam Souffle'Beat eggs, brown sugar, orange peel, salt and nutmeg. Add yams, milk, pecans and butter. Pour into a slightly oiled casserole dish and bake 50 minutes at 350 degrees F.
Corn And MacaroniMix all ingredients together in covered dish and bake at 350 degrees F for 30 minutes with lid and then 30 minutes without lid.
Green Beans And PotatoesIn a large pot, cook the bacon to render the fat and then remove the bacon to paper towels to drain. Or, if you have bacon fat that you've saved, heat a 1/2 cup until sizzling.
Broccoli Souffle'Saute onions in butter. Stir in flour. Add water. Cook until thickened. Blend in Cheez Whiz. Cook and drain chopped broccoli. Combine sauce and broccoli.
Liz's Baked BeansEasy and so tasty with BBQ or as a side dish with hot dogs/hamburgers
Cheesy Rice Corn DishThis is a nice side dish to take to pot luck dinners or to serve with supper. Freezes well, also! Prepare rice as directed on package. Mix rice together with cheese and mushroom soup in large bowl. Stir in drained Mexicorn, combining well.
Fried Cornmeal MushFirst had this stuff in elementary school. I loved it then and I still do!
Double Bean Side DishVery easy and a lot of protein. Do not drain green beans, put entire can into a medium size sauce pan. Add the 1/2 cup beef broth and the can of condensed been with bacon soup.
Coconut CarrotsMelt butter in a 1 1/2 quart casserole on medium high power for 30 seconds. Stir in brown sugar and salt.
Grandma Derr's StuffingEasy, cheap and scratch made.
Mashed Potato StuffingPeel potatoes and cook. While potatoes cook fry sausage until thoroughly cooked. Remove from pan and cool slightly. Slice sausage into 1/2 inch rounds and then into quarters, set aside.
Broccoli Cauliflower Cheese DishCook broccoli and cauliflower until tender. To prepare white cheese sauce, melt butter, add flour and salt and gradually stir in milk.
Cheesy Please Tater TotsYum as a side dish for breakfast, lunch or dinner. Place shredded potatoes in a bowl. Add cheddar cheese, green onions, salt, egg, flour and mix and then heat one inch of oil in a skillet.
Sweet Corn BitesDelicious as a starter or teatime snack, good for vegetarians. Sift the dry ingredients together and add the herbs. Mix the milk and butter.
Pinto Beans and PotatoesCook dried pinto beans in a crockpot on low all night. This is really good. Cook pinto beans in a crock pot over night on low. Turn off when done.
Basic Golden OatsWhen I discovered this recipe some years ago, I just couldn't have imagined that oatmeal can do this! Use it with any rice, pasta or potatoes with your meal. It also isn't much longer to make it than instant rice.
Sweet Potato or Yam FrittersYams have a sweeter flavor than Sweet Potatoes so it's your choice which to use.
Potato Cabbage SurpriseThe surprise is that even people who normally shun cabbage, will enjoy this dish. I love potatoes but try not to overdo it. The potato taste dominates and makes this such a great comfort food.
Mashed Potatoes and PeasRemember mixing your peas in your taters as a kid? This recipe tastes good sprinkled with a little grated Parmesan cheese, too.
Mashed Sweet Potato AmbrosiaA variation of the traditional baked sweet potato and tastes more like a dessert than a side dish.
Carrot LoafMash cooked carrots, add onion, butter, beaten egg yolks and seasoning. Add crumbs and milk. Fold in beaten egg whites last. Pour into greased loaf pan.
Country Baked BeansIn two ungreased 2-qt. baking dishes, combine all of the ingredients. Stir until blended. Bake, uncovered at 350 F. for 45-60 minutes or until heated through.
Black-Eyed Peas with BaconPlace peas, bacon and enough water to cover in a large kettle; bring to a boil. Boil for 2 minutes. Remove from the heat; cover and let stand for 1 hour (do not drain).
Sausage StuffingThis has been handed down for years I just love it. My husband and I and the neighbor ate a 12 inch skilletful the night before Thanksgiving, right off the stove and 3 forks. Had to run to the store to be able to make it again.
Walla Walla Sweet SideTasty and healthier than chips. Slice the onion paper thin. Dust with flour and fry in olive oil in non stick skillet.
Easy Peasy Cheesy PuddingMuch simpler than a souffle and quick to prepare. For each person: Whisk eggs and milk together. Add all other ingredients and mix well.
Corn PuddingThis has been a favorite of my family for years and when I freeze corn, I blanch it and cut it off the cob and measure out 2 cups before putting it into the zip lock bag to freeze. I make corn pudding all year round.
Onion RingsWe LOVE onion rings! I need to make these again soon!
Scalloped Onions and PotatoesIn large saucepan cook onion in the butter using medium heat. Stir occasionally. Cook until tender, about 8 minutes. Stir the flour, garlic salt, and pepper into the cooked onion.
Pineapple Cheese CasseroleThis is a great side dish to serve with Ham. The pineapple flavor just seems to go with Ham. It is easy to do. And makes a big hit at a covered dish dinner.
Southern Hot Cheesy Garlic GritsA bit too hot for me, but those who like spicy dishes love this! Stir grits into salted boiling water in heavy saucepan gradually. Return to a boil; reduce heat. Cook for 2 1/2-5 minutes or until thickened, stirring occasionally.
Orange Glazed CarrotsEasy and tastes good. Slice carrots diagonally about 1 inch thick. Cook, covered, in boiling salted water in saucepan for 15 minutes or just until tender.
Baked Yams and ChestnutsYummy every day or holiday dish. Cook yams in water to cover in saucepan until almost tender. Peel and slice. Drain and slice chestnuts. Peel, core and slice apples.
Yorkshire PuddingHeat oven to 400 degrees F. Sift flour and salt together into bowl. Add milk, mix thoroughly. Add eggs, well beaten. Gradually add water and beat until large bubbles appear.
Sweet and Sour Yams and PineappleCombine reserved juice, cornstarch, and salt in saucepan; blend well. Bring to a boil over medium heat; cook until thickened, stirring constantly. Stir in lemon juice.
Bubba's River Boat BeansBaked beans for kids and adults that do not like onions and peppers.
Creamy Bacon Corn
Fry bacon; set aside. Drain all but 3 tablespoons drippings from skillet. Cook and stir green pepper and onions in drippings until onion is tender. Add remaining ingredients.
Mushroom Bread StuffingCan be used as a side dish with pork chops. Cut the bread into small 1/3-inch cubes. Spread out on two baking sheets and toast in a preheated oven at 350 degrees F. for 15 to 20 minutes. They will need frequent stirring, or air dry one full day prior to making stuffing.
New England Yam BakeDrain pineapple, reserving 1/4 cup syrup. line sides of 10x6 inch baking dish with pineapple slightly overlapping; arrange yams in center. Pour pineapple syrup over yams. Combine flour, brown sugar, cinnamon and salt.
Maple Sweet PotatoesSimmer syrup and butter in large skillet for 2 minutes. Add sweet potatoes. Cook over low heat, uncovered, 10 minutes. Turn potatoes frequently to glaze.
Hawaiian Black Bean & RiceThis is a Hawaiian Luau Dish. Combine the first 7 ingredients. Pour the dressing over it all. Toss to coat ingredients. If making ahead of time, wait until the day you serve it to add the dressing. Serve cold.
Southern Doughboys (Hush Puppies)In a deep fryer or heavy, deep skillet, heat 2 to 3 inches of oil over medium heat to 375 degrees F. In a mixing bowl, combine cornmeal mix, flour, and onion. Add milk and egg; mix well. Let stand for 5 minutes.
Yummy Yellow SquashPreheat oven to 350 degrees F. Wash and boil squash in water (no salt) until tender. Drain and mash. Mix ingredients all together except margarine and dressing. Melt margarine and mix with dressing. Put half dressing in bottom pan, then squash, then remaining dressing.
Squash CroquetsIn a large bowl, combine mashed squash, onion, thyme, basil, eggs, bread crumbs, salt and pepper. The mixture should be quite thick; add more bread crumbs if it isn't thick enough to form balls easily.
Sweet Potato PoneGrate potatoes. Cream butter and sugar. Add eggs which have been well beaten. Mix potatoes, spices, milk and salt. Beat well and pour into a well-buttered pan. Bake at 300 degrees F for about 1 hour.
Sausage and Pecan DressingBake cornbread according to package directions. Cool and crumble into a large bowl. Preheat oven to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C). Heat oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Cook sausage until brown and crumbly, remove from the skillet but keep the oil in the pan.
Sweet Potato Banana Bake This is a very good side dish with chicken. In a large bowl, combine all ingredients until smooth. Transfer to a 1-qt. baking dish coated with cooking spray.
Yams and ApricotArrange apricots over yams in 2 qt. casserole dish. Use apricot juice and enough water to make 1 cup juice. Put in saucepan and combine with remaining ingredients. Stir over low heat until mixture thickens.
Sauerkraut DressingFollow the directions to make the dressing, using real chicken broth and real butter. Mix in the undrained sauerkraut and sprinkle with sugar to cut the tartness of the kraut. Mix in the onions, celery, and sprinkle with sage to taste.
