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.

  • Easy Refried Beans

    Easy Refried Beans

    If you need refried beans in a hurry, Easy Refried Beans is a darned good recipe. It rivals most restaurant refried beans that I've eaten.

  • Green Beans, Ham and Potatoes

    Green Beans, Ham and Potatoes

    Green Beans Ham and Potatoes is a hearty and flavorful dish that combines tender green beans, savory chunks of ham, and soft potatoes, and seasoned with spices for added depth.

  • Linda’s Corn Pudding

    Linda's Corn Pudding

    Linda’s Corn Pudding is about as southern as you can get. It’s a marvelous accompaniment to any meal with chicken, turkey or goose.    

  • Mexican Street Corn (Elote)

    Mexican Street Corn

    Mexican Street Corn is grilled sweet corn on the cob, slathered with mayonnaise, then sprinkled with spices and cotija cheese. It is a very popular street food in Mexico, usually served on a wooden stick.

  • Funeral Potatoes

    Funeral Potatoes

    Funeral potatoes are a popular comfort food dish in certain regions of the United States, particularly in the American West.

  • Collard Greens

    Collard Greens

    Collard Greens is a common side dish in the South. In addition to being delicious, they are good for you.      

  • Favorite Dressing

    Favorite Dressing

    Favorite Dressing is one of the dressing recipes I make at Thanksgiving. If you don’t care for hot Italian sausage, then just substitute the mild sausage.  

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