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Side Dish Recipes

Even though the main course is the star of your table, side dishes provide an excellent balance for a complete meal! Usually considered the second string to the main dish, these recipes will give your family and friends pause as to who the main attraction of your dinner is after all.

Vegetable dishes like sauteed green beans, crispy brussels sprouts, or honey glazed carrots pair perfectly with chicken, beef and seafood and are not only easy, but inexpensive as well!

Another great way to round out a meal is with the use of potatoes. Try family favorites such as air fryer french fries, crock pot mashed potatoes and oven roasted potatoes.

A holiday meal needs some great casseroles to serve with your turkey or ham. Don't miss sweet potato casserole with marshmallows, squash casserole and loaded corn casserole.

With so many options, these side dishes will not let you down!

Air Fryer Baked Potatoes

Air Fryer Baked Potatoes

These air fryer baked potatoes are whole Russet potatoes that are coated in olive oil and salt, then air fried…
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Grilled Brussels Sprouts

Grilled Brussels Sprouts

These grilled Brussels sprouts are coated in olive oil, garlic and herbs, then threaded onto skewers and cooked until caramelized. A…
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Grilled Sweet Potatoes

Grilled Sweet Potatoes

These grilled sweet potatoes are cut into wedges then cooked on the grill until smoky and tender. The finishing touch…
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Grilled Eggplant

Grilled Eggplant

This grilled eggplant is marinated in garlic and herbs, then cooked until tender and golden brown. An easy and healthy…
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Cilantro Lime Rice

Cilantro Lime Rice

This cilantro lime rice is fluffy long grain rice that’s flavored with garlic, plenty of cilantro and fresh lime juice….
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Dirty Rice Recipe

Dirty Rice Recipe

This dirty rice is a savory mix of sausage, peppers, celery, rice and spices, all cooked together to make a…
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Colcannon Recipe

Colcannon Recipe

This colcannon recipe is a mix of mashed potatoes, sauteed cabbage and bacon, all combined to form a hearty and…
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Oven Baked Potatoes

Oven Baked Potatoes

These oven baked potatoes are perfectly cooked with a crispy outside and fluffy inside. The perfect simple and inexpensive side…
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Greek Seasoning Recipe

Greek Seasoning Recipe

This Greek seasoning is a blend of dried herbs and spices that adds tons of flavor to chicken, seafood, lamb…
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Make Ahead Mashed Potatoes

Make Ahead Mashed Potatoes

These make ahead mashed potatoes are Russet potatoes that are boiled until tender, then combined with butter, garlic, cream cheese…
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