"When cooking out, my family prefers these sweet tender onions instead of potatoes," shares Barbara Magruder of Odessa, Missouri. They make an especially...
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Scott Jones' family will sure be delighted when they taste this delicious makeover at their next gathering. Scott wrote to us for help lightening this...
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Sausage and chili powder spice up yummy baked beans. "I often double the recipe and take it to picnics," says Cathy Elands of Hightstown, New Jersey. "Everyone...
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I received this recipe from a good friend who is a fabulous cook. The colorful side dish gets its zesty flavor from spicy canned tomatoes with green chiles....
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Roasting the cauliflower really brings out its flavor in this side dish. Even folks who aren't cauliflower lovers like it this way. -Joann Fritzler, Belen,...
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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...
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I love kale; my husband hates it. But when I swapped it into a favorite penne-with-spinach recipe, it was so delicious, he asked for seconds! -Kimberly...
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Earthy herbs bring a full chorus of flavor to creamy red potatoes, making this side dish anything but ordinary. Save it for special occasions or serve...
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Serve this classic pasta toss withApricot-Glazed Green Beans from Nancy Mueller. "I like to add a little extra flavor to homegrown beans, and this is one...
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When diners lay eyes on Ruth Lee's lightened-up veggie tart, oohs of approval start circling her table in Troy, Ontario. "I've been serving it for 30 years,...
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Even people who typically shy away from beets will polish these off. This healthy canned vegetable recipe is quick to make, too, since you start with canned...
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A lot of stories claim that mac and cheese was created by Thomas Jefferson, Marco Polo or the cooks of China. My favorite theory? An Italian housewife...
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"This is a great side dish to serve at a bridge luncheon with a chicken dish or salad," writes Jo Durlam of Ames, Iowa. "It gives some color to the dish...
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Plump heirloom tomatoes highlight this garden-fresh showpiece, drizzled with a sweet-tart dressing and sprinkled with cheese. It's perfect for an outdoor...
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Try this tasty side made with roasted fresh asparagus drizzled with orange juice, garlic and poppy seeds for a wonderful treat! Donna Bardocz - Howell,...
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This pilaf is fantastic with fish or poultry and especially compatible with turkey. Since it's so colorful, I like to think it makes my turkey dressed...
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This is one of the best (and most simple) ways I've found to serve broccoli. It's also good with Parmesan if you don't have the Asiago cheese. -cjintexas,...
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Here's a zesty side dish that will complement any main course. "This recipe was an experiment I tried when I had some leftover vegetables in the refrigerator,"...
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Casseroles are a staple in my home. This one is great to serve in the fall with any main dish.-Jackie Willingham, Pasadena, Texas
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This simple dish is a complement to just about any kind of meat of fish. We enjoy it often, no matter what the season.
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I developed this hearty appetizer for my mushroom-lovin' kids. They're grown now with families of their own, but they still request these when they come...
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Zucchini recipes are popular this time of year. I'm always on the lookout for new ones. This dish has a very pleasant flavor and nice combination of color...
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With this recipe, you get noodles and a nutritious vegetable in one tasty casserole.-Marcia Orlando, Boyertown, Pennsylvania
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This colorful dish was a hit at a get-together I had for friends. I served the tart with sour cream on the side, a green salad and crusty bread. -Ellen...
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Easiest way to prepare tempeh. Pile it on a BLT (or, more accurately, a TLT). Even non-vegetarians will (maybe) like this. Soy sauce can be used in place...
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Most members of my family would agree that no picnic is complete until these delicious beans have made their appearance. Preparing them in a slow cooker...
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These cheesy potatoes are a super morning side dish. I prepare them often for my husband and myself. They go great with just about any breakfast main dish....
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Bacon adds a nice smoky flavor to the healthful frozen veggie mix we dressed up in a little parsley and garlic. A versatile a special side from our Test...
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This recipe is incredibly SIMPLE and incredibly DELICIOUS! I always use it when camping or grilling. There's lotsa room for added ingredients, but try...
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My family was never fond of rice, until I found this recipe. They call it a winner, and it's so easy to make.
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This is the best spring vegetable side dish! The fresh asparagus is so delicious in the spring time and this recipe highlights it!-Joyce Speckman, Holt,...
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"My husband created this smooth tangy sauce back in the 60's," recalls Lois Gelzer of Standish, Maine. "It complements the steamed artichokes, whether...
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Special enough for company, this colorful side dish is one my mom fixes often for Christmas dinner. The broccoli is baked with a rich creamy sauce...and...
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Zesty and fresh-tasting, these bright, beautiful beet slices add spark to any meal. My mouth still begins to water when I think of how wonderful they tasted...
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In Minneapolis, Minnesota, Mary Ann Kosmas cooks up this light and lemony rice dish flecked with pretty carrot shreds. "I have an herb garden, so I prepare...
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Green beans and apricots have become a family tradition. Enhanced with balsamic vinegar, this dish will make your taste buds pop. -Ashley Davis, Easley,...
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For a vegetable dish that sports pretty colors, this one can't be beat. This dish has zip and gets people coming back for seconds.
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I've been a vegetarian for over 20 years and often experiment with flavors compatible to the many vegetables I prepare. My nephew, who lived with me for...
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This recipe starts with a can of beans, then I dress them up for a special homemade taste.
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For picnics, cookouts and showers, we make a sweet salad of watermelon, cherries, blueberries and microgreens. No matter where I take it, it always delivers...
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In summer, I like to keep the oven off as much as possible. This side dish cooks up quickly on the stovetop.
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I DON'T remember where I found this recipe, but I have used it for many years. This is the first recipe I reach for when fresh tomatoes are in season....
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"This mouthwatering and slightly sweet recipe was my mother's, so it has to be at least 65-70 years old," writes Karen Andrews from Arlington, Texas. "It's...
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These roasted green beans taste extra special thanks to the addition of pure maple syrup and salted peanuts. It's an excellent side dish that goes with...
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"The tangy lemon glaze and toasted almonds make this easy vegetable dish popular at my table," explains Trisha Kruse from her kitchen in Boise, Idaho....
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Long ago, Johnny Appleseed passed through this part of the country. Now, nearly every hill is crowned with ancient apple trees. Cider is abundant in the...
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