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Archive for the ‘Sides’ Category

Elizabeth’s Easy Cheesy Mac & Cheese

  This dish is a family favorite not only for the weekly menu, but also for the kids when hosting holidays and kids’ parties (I make enough to feed the

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Fresh Cranberry Sauce Recipe

Fresh cranberry sauce is a must-have at the Thanksgiving holiday table.  This very simple, yet special recipe is fantastic and a family favorite!  Make extra to send home with your

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Thanksgiving Menu Ideas!

Here is the line-up for 5 SUPER SIDE DISHES for your THANKSGIVING menu – Enjoy! Triple-Corn Spoon Bread Triple-Corn Spoon Bread is always a big hit at our holiday table and

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Grilled Summer Bruschetta

This light version of bruschetta features the flavors of fresh produce.  It’s my summer “go-to” appetizer; I never get tired of it.   Go light with the olive oil because there’s

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Knish Recipe for Passover and Parties!

Have you ever had a Knish? If you haven’t you need to and if you don’t have a Jewish Grandma like me, then you have to try your hand at

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Potato Pancakes – Favorite Hanukkah Food

Here is a simple and special recipe for Potato Pancakes.  Also know as Potato Latkes, these shredded potato patties are a slice of heaven and are one of my favorite foods

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Thanksgiving SUPER SIDES!

I am trying to keep my heart from breaking this year. . .  I will NOT be hosting my favorite holiday of the year, Thanksgiving.  Instead, my husband, our 3

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Polenta Is Perfect Party Food For Just Pennies A Serving!

Polenta is known as the pasta of the Northern Italy. It’s amazingly versatile, inexpensive and perfect parties!  You can make it in 5 minutes with water, or add broth or

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Take a Dip This Fall – The Best Bean Dip!

Last spring while at my friends Jackie and Pete’s house for a BBQ, I was introduced to Bessie’s Bean Dip. When Bessie walked into the party, all eyes went to

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Caprese Salad – A Real Garden Party!

Tomatoes and mozzarella with olive oil and basil is a simple and special summer treat, that sends me to the moon!  Caprese Salad or Insalata Caprese originates from the isle

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Baked Beans Are A BBQ’s BFF!

This past weekend BBQ season hit full swing, so you’ll be needing some great recipes to go with all grilled meat over the next 2 months.  Here is one from

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Homestyle BBQ Potato Salad

No BBQ is complete without potato salad and this recipe from McCormick is a real standout. Its sweet and tangy taste makes it perfect for grilled meats and it will

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Cowboy Caviar – The Perfect BBQ Side Dish!

When I think of “Cowboy Cooking”, I think of Chuck Wagons and hungry cowboys huddled over the campfire starving after a long day of driving cattle.  Cowboy Caviar incorporates the

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Simple Irish Soda Bread!

Irish Soda Bread is really simple to make, yet it’s one of those foods that feels special when you do. Try it out this St. Patrick’s Day and I bet

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Triple-Corn Spoon Bread – Thanksgiving Super Sides

Triple-Corn Spoon Bread is always a big hit at our holiday table and is powerful comfort food for any time. The first time I had the dish was at one of my

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The Best Thanksgiving Stuffing Recipes

Stuffing is such a personal choice and defines so many Thanksgiving tables.  I find tradition dictates this holiday side dish more than any other, as everyone likes the way their

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Roasted Root Veggies – Thanksgiving Super Side!

Oh this is so good!  Elizabeth got me hooked on roasted root veggies a few years back. It was not part of my Mom’s Thanksgiving menu growing up, but it’s

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“Kick the Can” String Bean Casserole – Thanksgiving Super Sides!

Leave it to Good Housekeeping to come up with a fresh new take on the old green been casserole.  I love that this recipe kicks the cans and uses all fresh

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Scrumptious Sweet Potatoes – Thanksgiving Super Sides

Here is a delicious recipe from McCormick Spice that screams “Thanksgiving”. It’s simple to make and is a special addition to your holiday menu.  Sweet potatoes are a must on

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29 Thanksgiving Sides from Southern Living!

Here are 29 simply spectacular side dishes from Southern Living. The magazine and website are just teaming with great ideas and recipes. It’s easy, pick one you like then use

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