Sides & Salads

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Roasted Brussel Sprouts with Cranberries, Pecans and Hot Honey

Love ordering Roasted Brussel Sprouts in restaurants? Luckily, they’re super easy to make at home, too! I’ve got simple tips to make sure yours roast up beautifully, every time. And then, the simple addition of cranberries, pecans, and a drizzle of sweet-and-spicy honey will make your perfectly oven roasted Brussels sprouts … totally irresistible!

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Sauteed Cabbage with Brown Butter and Walnuts

This 3-ingredient Sautéed Cabbage recipe is truly special, mingled with lusciously rich browned butter and crunchy walnuts. It’s super fast and easy, too, since the cabbage is cooked very quickly, to ensure it stays lively and fresh-tasting. Great for everyday dinners, yet memorable enough for holidays!

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Oven Roasted Vegetables Medley

This gorgeous, colorful mixture of Oven Roasted Vegetables has plenty of choices to satisfy everyone at the table. So simple to make, but bursting with flavor. The perfect side dish for practically any meal, any time of year!

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Bacon Brussel Sprouts

Bacon Brussel Sprouts are a must for Thanksgiving and Christmas, but this recipe is so easy and so very delicious, you’ll be craving it all year long! Crisp bacon, crunchy cashews and flavorful shallots combine with a simple, punchy sauce to elevate sautéed Brussel sprouts to a truly special side dish!

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Blistered Shishito Peppers Recipe

Blistered Shishito Peppers are a headliner on restaurant appetizer menus these days, but they’re actually super easy to make at home! You basically need 1 ingredient and about 10 minutes – that’s it! Always a splashy, attention-grabbing appetizer … and great as a side dish, too.

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How to Cook Corn on the Cob on the Grill

Grilling corn is easy … and the results are so delicious! We’ve got tips for different methods, plus ideas for what to do with your corn (besides just serving it as “typical” corn on the cob)!

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Tomato and Onion Salad with Peppers

~ This super EASY Tomato and Onion Salad gets an extra boost of flavor from vibrant, crunchy peppers. It’s a signature summer recipe from one of the very best cooks I’ve ever known – my Oma! And, it only takes 5 minutes to make! ~

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Easy Italian Pasta Salad

~ Italian Pasta Salad is always a hit … but classic pasta salad recipes are typically loaded with unwanted fat and white carbs. This easy recipe has all the bold flavors you love, but a few simple tweaks make it so much healthier, too! It’s the perfect dish to share at picnics and potlucks. Or keep it stashed in the fridge for a quick side dish all week long! ~