Category: Sides

Best Baked Potatoes

There’s nothing that satisfies like a baked potato! Our family has always loved to set out all kinds of potato fixings and make a baked

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Mikey’s Baked Fries

One morning I woke up to a delicious plate of home baked fries! My son Mikey made them and they were so good, he’s now

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Cashew-Rice Casserole

This delicious casserole is special enough to stand in for your traditional stuffing dish during the holidays. Cashew-Rice Casserole 1 onion, chopped 1 rib celery,

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Baked Sweet Potato Fries

Tired of the same ol’ fry? Try using sweet potatoes! They’re rich in beta-carotene and a delicious change of pace. Baked Sweet Potato Fries Preheat

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Fried Summer Squash

We usually serve this in the summer when there is an abundance of squash. We add corn-on-the-cob, steamed red parslied potatoes, sliced cucumbers in vinegar

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Baked Acorn Squash

We serve this almost every Thanksgiving as it is easy to prepare. You can use margarine instead of butter, and may also replace the brown

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Perfect Brown Rice

Need an easy, no-fail recipe for brown rice? Look no further. There’s only 3 simple ingredients. Make a huge batch because this rice freezes beautifully.

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Fried Rice

There aren’t too many who don’t love fried rice. Try our version and see if you like it. I “guestimated” on all of the measurements

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Scalloped Corn

This is something special instead of ordinary corn. It whips up really fast and has been taken to many a potluck. Scalloped Corn 3 eggs,

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German Red Cabbage

German Red Cabbage 1 small red cabbage, sliced 1/4 c. water 1 Tbsp. butter or margarine 1/2 t. salt 1 t. sugar 1 t. vinegar

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Buttery Dill Carrots

Butter and dill are a great combination, especially with this easily prepared dish. I often use baby carrots for convenience, but about 8 carrots could

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Harvard Beets

Harvard Beets 1/2 c. sugar 1 Tbsp. cornstarch 1/4 c. apple cider vinegar 1/4 c. water (if using fresh, cooked beets) OR liquid from canned

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Simple Collard Greens

These are so simple that I debated on whether or not to post them. I decided to because most people forget about collards when thinking

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Potato Patties

I have a daughter who loves potatoes so we have them quite frequently. When we have leftover mashed potatoes, she often requests that I make

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Herbed Green Beans

Herbed Green Beans 1 lb. fresh green beans 2 Tbsp. olive oil or butter 3 large thinly sliced shallots 1/2 t. sugar 1/2 t. salt

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Chiles Rellenos

If you’ve never tried Chiles Rellenos, you’re missing out! I first had them at a Women’s Retreat and I couldn’t believe how wonderful they tasted.

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Mushrooms

This is a simple but tasty way to use mushrooms in your cooking. Enjoy the possibilities! Mushrooms Take thinly sliced mushrooms and sauté in a

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Crockpot Stuffing

During the holidays our oven is so loaded that I welcome the crockpot to do it’s share. Try out this recipe; it just might replace

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