Side Dish

A side dish is a food item that accompanies the main course of a meal. It is typically served alongside the primary dish and complements its flavors, textures, and overall presentation. Side dishes can vary widely in type and preparation, ranging from vegetables, salads, and grains to potatoes, pasta, and breads. Examples include mashed potatoes, steamed vegetables, rice and coleslaw.

  • Cornmeal Mush

    Cornmeal Mush recipe

    Cornmeal mush is a traditional dish made from ground dried corn (cornmeal) cooked with water until it thickens into a porridge-like consistency.

  • Roasted Potato Wedges

    Potato Wedges recipe

    Roasted potato wedges are crispy, golden-brown pieces of potatoes that are cut into wedge shapes, seasoned and baked to perfection.

  • Green Bean Casserole

    Green Bean Casserole recipe

    Green Bean Casserole is a popular American dish that originated in the United States in the 1950s. It is traditionally made with green beans, cream of mushroom soup, soy sauce and crispy fried onions.

  • Wild Rice Dressing

    Wild Rice Dressing recipe

    Wild Rice Dressing is known for its nutty flavor, chewy texture and aromatic herbs, making it a popular accompaniment to turkey and other roasted dishes.

  • Pineapple-Cheese Casserole

    Pineapple Cheese Casserole recipe

    Pineapple-Cheese Casserole is a sublime dish to set on the table at Easter, Thanksgiving and Christmas. It's guaranteed that there will be no leftovers!

  • Honey Roasted Sweet Potatoes

    Honey Roasted Sweet Potatoes recipe

    Honey Roasted Sweet Potatoes aren't fancy, but they are sure good! This is an easy recipe for sweet potatoes which is especially good when served with ham steaks.

  • Captain D’s Hush Puppies

    Captain D's hush puppies are a popular side dish served at Captain D's seafood restaurants. They are deep-fried balls made from a mixture of cornmeal, buttermilk and onions. Hush puppies are known for their crispy exterior and soft, flavorful interior, and they are enjoyed alongside fried catfish, shrimp or other seafood.

  • Italian Red Gravy

    Italian Red Gravy recipe

    Italian Red Gravy, also known as Sunday Gravy, cannot be overcooked; the longer it simmers the better the flavor. Use this gravy on spaghetti, lasagna or in any recipe calling for Italian spaghetti sauce.

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