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Okra Salad

Okra Salad by Carolinaheartstrings

This is our last picnic recipe for June. We have really enjoyed serving up items that are summertime-friendly and hope you make this and several other recipes. Post us a comment and let us know which ones you’ve tried!

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Roasted Red Pepper Hummus

Roasted Red Pepper Hummus by Teri A

This is a great high protein snack or appetizer. Add other elements such as artichoke hearts, olives or mixed veggies to create diverse variations of this recipe. The options are endless!

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Roasted Rosemary Potatoes

Roasted Rosemary Potatoes by Robyn Savoie

Roasted Rosemary Potatoes are a perfect accompaniment any entree and lend a homey appeal. A hint of rosemary makes this dish stand out grabs the attention of the family.

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Baked Polenta with Parmesan & Chives

Baked Polenta with Parmesan & Chives by "Cheffie Cooks"

Delicious baked side dish

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Grandma's Cheese Macaroni Casserole

Grandma's Cheese Macaroni Casserole by Mia Nardozzi

Creamy southern style Macaroni and Cheese with a crunchy cracker topping. Great make ahead dish for events and holidays! Sure to be a crowd pleaser.

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Vegan spicy sautéed mushrooms in 10 minutes.

Vegan spicy sautéed mushrooms in 10 minutes. by Helenscooking

It is mushroom season, and I wrote a lot about (button) crimini mushrooms lately. Button mushrooms have an excellent amount of selenium, zinc and manganese; all three are great antioxidant minerals. Also daily intake of crimini mushrooms for 1-2 months can reduce levels of total cholesterol, LDL cholesterol, and TGs. And if you are…

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Egg and Grit Casserole

Egg and Grit Casserole by Carolinaheartstrings

This is a satisfying egg recipe using a Southern favorite – grits! Serve with a meat or vegetable as a meal or put on your breakfast buffet. I served with a family favorite – shrimp.

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Yellow Garlic Rice and Broccoli

Yellow Garlic Rice and Broccoli by Smokinhotchef

I make this all the time for a quick and easy side dish. Alternately, this can be a main dish by adding 1 lb. of chicken, beef, or pork. my daughter Genesis loves it and enjoys this recipe as her main dish with no meat added. I feel great knowing my children can be satisfied with a meatless meal and still be happy!

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Squash Patties

Squash Patties by Carolinaheartstrings

So often after Thanksgiving and the holidays we quit thinking of pumpkin and squashes. But with healthy eating on my mind I wanted to incorporate these vitamin rich vegetables into a few dishes. The high fiber content leaves you feeling satisfied and they’re tasty too! Serve as a side dish or make a little larger as a veggie burger.…

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Vegetable Pancakes

Vegetable Pancakes by Lori A. Reed

"fritter-like" cakes containing fresh vegetables. Make them small and serve as appetizers or make them larger for a delicious side dish.

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Garlic Herbed Sweet Potatoes

Garlic Herbed Sweet Potatoes by Amos Miller

TRY THIS AT EASTER - it is a signature dish! It is sweet and savory with fresh herbs, dairy products and chicken broth. This is a North Carolina recipe, naturally healthy and rich in beta-carotene, the most common plant source of vitamin A. But who cares! This is delicious, even if it is good for you...besides, sweet potatoes…

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Lemon Glazed Sweet Potatoes

Lemon Glazed Sweet Potatoes by Carolinaheartstrings

This month Tammie and I are making some recipes that are a variation of the traditional dishes that are associated with holiday meals. Here in the Carolinas we love sweet potatoes. This is a rich and tasty version of a favorite side dish! Enjoy!

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Parmesan Potato Rounds

Parmesan Potato Rounds by Robyn Savoie

These pretty cheese-coated potato slices go very well with lamb and the dish is easy to prepare.

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Spicy Red Anjou Pear Sauce:

Spicy Red Anjou Pear Sauce: by Julia Ann Souders

A cinnamon, nutmeg, allspice flavored sauce made from Red Anjou Pears. A tasty side dish to have with pork, chicken or vegetarian as salad or dessert. Great with cottage cheese. Recipe adapted from my recipe of apple sauce. ©2007-2014 Netta Belle’s Choice® cookbookinabox® “Reg. U.S. Pat. & Trdmk.Off.” Reg. “Trade-marks…

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Honey Glazed Baked Carrots

Honey Glazed Baked Carrots by "Cheffie Cooks"

Wonderful side dish with Ham, chicken, pork. Super easy and flavorful.

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