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Skillet-Braised Brussels Sprouts

Rating: 4.74 stars
285
Brussels sprouts with bacon and garlic are skillet-braised until tender and delicious.
By kyle

Chef John's Baked Mushroom Risotto

Rating: 4.94 stars
146
The beginning and the end of this risotto recipe are pretty standard, but we've moved the middle 15 minutes into the oven in an attempt to eliminate those dreaded 'variables.' Besides being easier and more repeatable, this method produced a risotto that was identical in looks, taste, and texture to anything I can do on the stove.
By Chef John

Easy Garlic Kale

Rating: 4.42 stars
63
Try this easy Italian-style side dish using lacinato kale.
By WHIRLEDPEAS

Hasselback Potatoes

Rating: 4.27 stars
369
This Swedish dish takes its name from Hasselbacken, the Stockholm restaurant where it was first served. The seasoned potatoes turn out crisp on the outside and tender on the inside.
By POMPIER850

Lemon Couscous

Rating: 4.67 stars
14
This is light and fresh and accompanies fish (i.e. habanero-lime butter grilled salmon) and chicken well. It is a refreshing change to the rice or potato side dish, and everyone always loves it.
By redveeder

Spiced Slow Cooker Applesauce

Rating: 4.6 stars
314
This easy and delicious spiced applesauce slow cooks to perfection. My kids and I came up with this recipe one fall weekend. It's a family favorite.
By A.S.G.

Greek-Style Lemon Roasted Potatoes

Rating: 4.78 stars
149
A great complement with souvlaki. I often cook this on the BBQ with the souvlaki. All you need is a great Greek salad for a full meal!
By koko

Instant PotĀ® Brown Rice

Rating: 4 stars
2
I haven't cooked rice on the stove since buying my electric pressure cooker! It's so easy and you can vary it up however you like; add spices or seasonings before cooking or fold in nuts and dried fruit after cooking.
By LauraF

Creamed Cabbage

Rating: 4.6 stars
185
This is yummy for St. Paddy's Day!
By Jessica Tripp

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By Melanie Fincher

Instant PotĀ® Refried Beans

Rating: 4.75 stars
7
Make beans from dried to refried in less than an hour through the courtesy of your Instant PotĀ®.
By Tim Unger

How to Make Perfect Polenta

Rating: 4.88 stars
155
A perfect base for any kind of saucy meat or mushroom ragout.
By Chef John
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Inspiration and Ideas

How to Make Creamy Risotto at Home

How to Make Creamy Risotto at Home
Versatile and delicious, risotto is also surprisingly easy to make. Here's how to make risotto at home, from choosing the right kind of rice to use to the cooking techniques that makes creamy risotto. Constant stirring not required!
10 Fast and Easy Fall Side Dishes for Busy Weeknights

10 Fast and Easy Fall Side Dishes for Busy Weeknights
To make your meals complete, we've hand-picked fast and easy fall side dishes that celebrate the best seasonal produce.
Chef John's Best Potato Side Dishes

Chef John's Best Potato Side Dishes
10 Best Healthy Broccoli Side Dishes

10 Best Healthy Broccoli Side Dishes
21 Top-Rated Side Dish Recipes Ready in 15 Minutes

21 Top-Rated Side Dish Recipes Ready in 15 Minutes
16 Side Dishes That Go Great With Chili

16 Side Dishes That Go Great With Chili

Ultimate Twice Baked Potatoes

Rating: 4.71 stars
2456

I made these up years ago and have been making them ever since. They are always a big hit. These potatoes make a wonderful side dish for any meal and are terrific heated up the next day for lunch.

More Side Dish Recipes

Oven-Roasted Asparagus

Rating: 4.79 stars
1872
Salty and savory, the roasting method kills the natural bitterness of asparagus. Try it next to grilled fish or lamb.
By swedishmilk

Easy Coleslaw Dressing

Rating: 4.8 stars
1434
A creamy coleslaw dressing that can be made with ingredients you already have! You can pour it immediately over a 14-ounce package of coleslaw mix or refrigerate until needed.
By GarlicQueen

Alfredo Sauce

Rating: 4.56 stars
3323
Rich and creamy! I have found that Parmesan cheese doesn't melt well, and often substitute Gruyere cheese.
By Rebecca Swift

Best Steak Marinade in Existence

Rating: 4.59 stars
3083
This is a family recipe that has been developed only over the last 5 years. In this short time it's made me famous in our close circle, but until now I've never shared it with anyone.
By Kookie

Basic Mashed Potatoes

Rating: 4.52 stars
356
If you love good, old fashioned mashed potatoes this is the perfect recipe. Simple and delicious.
By Esmee Williams

Mom's Scalloped Potatoes

Rating: 4.48 stars
433
This is the way my mother always made her scalloped potatoes. The measurements are taken from other recipes because she always just winged it, but the method is the same. The key is to heat the milk first!
By Jane Boswell-Purdy

Microwave Baked Potato

Rating: 4.17 stars
290
If you want the yummy taste of a slowly baked potato but aren't patient enough, or don't have the know-how to bake it in an oven, this is for you. Give it 12 minutes and get a mouth-watering, taste bud-tingling treat.
By CJME

Best Green Bean Casserole

Rating: 4.63 stars
641
This great variation of the traditional green bean casserole is topped with French fried onions and Cheddar cheese.
By Jan

Whipped Cream

Rating: 4.62 stars
840
How to make basic whipped cream. For best results make sure whisk and bowl are ice cold.
By Paula

Buttery Garlic Green Beans

Rating: 4.7 stars
396
Only fresh green beans and garlic will do for this easy, healthy, and flavorful side dish.
By LookWhatsCooking

Roasted Brussels Sprouts

Rating: 4.59 stars
2988
This recipe is from my mother. It may sound strange, but these are really good and very easy to make. The Brussels sprouts should be brown with a bit of black on the outside when done. Any leftovers can be reheated or even just eaten cold from the fridge. I don't know how, but they taste sweet and salty at the same time!
By JAQATAC

Spaghetti Sauce with Ground Beef

Rating: 4.67 stars
911
This recipe has been handed down from my mother. It is a family favorite and will not be replaced! (Definite husband pleaser!)
By Hank's Mom

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By Mary Claire Lagroue

Pan-Fried Asparagus

Rating: 4.61 stars
1180
This garlic asparagus dish is a Northern Italian side dish. My family loves it! Even the kids!
By Kim

Buffalo Chicken Wing Sauce

Rating: 4.71 stars
593
If you know someone from Buffalo, they know someone who told them the secret ingredients to the Anchor Bar's famous Buffalo chicken wings. I know people from Buffalo. This is my version, as described to me many years ago, over almost as many beers.
By Chef John

Awesome Broccoli-Cheese Casserole

Rating: 4.4 stars
402
My mom used to make this easy recipe every Thanksgiving when I was little. We kids could never get enough! It was our very favorite Thanksgiving vegetable. If you have children, or have some coming to visit you as guests this Thanksgiving, I guarantee that they will eat (and enjoy) this veggie dish! Even though I rarely cook with canned condensed soups, I still make this yummy broccoli casserole during the holiday season. It's fabulous with a Christmas ham and potatoes au gratin too. Mmmmmmm!
By Stacy M. Polcyn

Quick Tartar Sauce

Rating: 4.43 stars
189
Uses ingredients you might have on hand to whip up for fish sticks or fish and chips.
By Tapestry

Roasted Asparagus with Parmesan

Rating: 4.79 stars
304
Asparagus is a yummy vegetable you can use for a side dish or appetizer.
By Diane
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Roasted Vegetables

Rating: 4.63 stars
1665
A casserole dish of seasonal vegetables that is so easy to prepare. It can be made a day ahead - just reheat before serving. Lemon juice can be substituted for balsamic vinegar, and you can use baking potatoes if you don't have any Yukon Golds on hand.
By Anonymous
Sponsored By MyPlate

Grandma's Corn Pudding

Rating: 4.57 stars
682
This corn pudding is definitely comfort food.
By lisa cohen

Slow Cooker Collard Greens

Rating: 4.63 stars
33
Got this from a coworker who made these for the office holiday potluck. Collard greens are cooked all day with ham shanks and pickled jalapeno. Yum!
By TROMTEZ

Mexican Rice II

Rating: 4.49 stars
2245
This is a wonderful side dish for any Mexican dinner.
By Mommyto2

German Potato Pancakes

Rating: 4.6 stars
625
These are a nice change from regular pancakes. They make a great dinner meal when served with bratwurst sausage. I spread mine with cranberry sauce and top with maple syrup.
By SWIZZLESTICKS

Superb Sauteed Mushrooms

Rating: 4.83 stars
466
These mushrooms are the quintessential topping for all types of steak. Also excellent over baked potatoes. I have people calling me and asking me for the recipe even years after I have made them for them. They are that good!!
By IrishMountainGirl
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