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Simply Smoked Potato WedgesThis is a very simple way to add a side of potato wedges to the smoker while doing the main dish on the smoker. Such as ribs, a nice beef roast, or maybe a whole chicken. This will take you all of 15 minutes to prepare, and about 1 1/2 hours to cook to perfection. Depending on the spices you choose, they can be sweet, salty, sour,… |
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Homemade Cranberry SauceCranberry sauce adds a splash of vibrant ruby color to your meal. It’s that hint of bright flavor that makes everything else on the plate taste even better. This homemade recipe is both sweet and tart. Once you make this fresh cranberry sauce, you’ll never feel the same about canned. Quick and easy to prepare, requiring just a few… |
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Green Beans, New Potatoes and BaconA delicious side to serve with meat, or as a main luncheon dish with salad. Honestly I could almost eat a whole plateful of this! It is so simple but so tasty. First run-through I followed the recipe exactly from Homestyle Amish Kitchen Cookbook by Harvest House Publishers 2010. Having made it several times since I made only minor… |
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Turkey Stuffing or Side: Brown & Wild Rice w/Apples, Cranberries & PecansAt last ~ a HEALTHY stuffing.....that seems like an oxymoron! High in fiber and nutrients but low in fat, this recipe is based on one from the USA Rice Federation. It's quick to make and can be the poultry stuffing, served as a side to holiday… |
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Three Cheese Baked Macaroni & CheeseThis recipe by far is my family's favorite mac 'n cheese. They make a meal out of it with a side salad. True Comfort Food. |
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Apple-Pecan Stuffing Side DishI do not know about you but we love stuffing year round (not just on Holidays), this one is super easy and flavorful and goes with most any main entrée. Pork Roast, Fish, Chicken, or Beef. |
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Hashbrown CasseroleIf you love Cracker Barrel hashbrown casserole, then you have to try this remake of it! It tastes like it just came out of the restaurant! |
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Honey-Ginger Glazed CarrotsThis is a standard side dish for us when we're serving an asian-inspired meal. It's also great with any grilled meat. The honey brings out the natural sweetness of the carrots and the ginger gives a bit of spice to balance the sweetness. Orange zest and juice gives a nice acidity to the dish. If you make this, it will likely become… |
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Zucchini Santa FeThis fast side is great with the green chilies. It gives this recipe a great zip. |
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Roasted Garlic Mashed PotatoesRoasting garlic in the oven brings out its sweet, nutty flavor. So it doesn't overpower mellow mashed potatoes. If you're looking for a Diabetic and/or Low-Fat Friendly recipe, see my tip below. Serve these easy potatoes with a seasoned rotisserie chicken and steamed green beans. It's also great with pork. |
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Green Bean Casserole Au GratinIf you are like me, you always make the standard green bean casserole for Thanksgiving and if your family is anything like mine, they love it and expect it. November at Carolina HeartStrings we are putting a twist on our old favorites and green bean casserole is definitely a tried and true favorite that I thought deserved a new… |
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Corn Bread Chile RellenosThis is a cross between corn bread and chile rellenos I pulled together using a cornbread recipe that uses no baking soda or powder so its very dense. I layer whole canned green chilies between layers of cornbread batter, add some cheese, and have a very filling vegetarian main or side dish. I add pure ground chile powder to the… |
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Green Beans with Basil and TomatoThis is an attractive and tasty side dish. The butter, basil and tomato adds a nice flavor boost to the green beans. I've made them with garlic salt and regular kosher salt, both are delicious. If you want to spice it up, add more black pepper or substitute crushed red pepper for the black pepper. |
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Special Baked PotatoesHere's a great way to change up plain, boring potatoes. I recommend it not just for the taste, but for presentation. It will ooh-n-aah your friends and family. Here's a great tip for slicing these, "Place the handle of a wooden spoon along the bottom of the potato on both sides—this will prevent your knife from going all the way… |
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