Vegetables
Vegetables are typically low in calories and rich in vitamins, minerals, fiber, and antioxidants, making them an important part of a healthy diet.
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Cajun Shrimp and Corn Chowder
Cajun shrimp and corn chowder is a flavorful and hearty soup that combines shrimp, sweet corn, and a variety of seasonings typical of Cajun cuisine. This dish often includes a creamy base, which is achieved through a mixture of broth and cream or milk, along with ingredients such as potatoes, onions, garlic, bell peppers, and celery. The distinctive flavors come…
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Deep-Fried Mushrooms
Deep-Fried Mushrooms features only four ingredients, so making these tasty appetizers is quick and easy. Deep-fried mushrooms are a delicious and crispy treat, often enjoyed as an appetizer or snack. They can be made with various types of mushrooms, but common choices include button mushrooms, portobello mushrooms or shiitake mushrooms. Here are some tasty dipping sauces to consider……
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Air Fryer Okra
Air fryer okra is not only a delicious side dish or appetizer option but also a healthier one, retaining around 36% of the daily recommended intake of vitamin C while using significantly less oil than traditional frying methods. This makes it a nutritious and lower-calorie alternative, allowing you to enjoy its unique flavor and health benefits without the added fat.…
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Green Beans, Ham and Potatoes
Green Beans with Ham is a great southern dish. We’ve found it’s best served with cornbread. This 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.
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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.
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Mexican Street Corn (Elote)
Mexican Street Corn is grilled sweet corn on the cob, basted with mayonnaise, then sprinkled with spices and cotija cheese. It is a very popular street food in Mexico, usually served on a wooden stick.
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Blooming Onion with Creamy Chili Sauce
Of course, you can dip your onion into any sauce you desire, but this creamy chili sauce can’t be beat!
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Onion Straws
Onion straws are delicious. Feel free to use whatever seasonings you want and make it into a signature side dish. They’re also great on hamburgers!
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Stir Fried Glass Noodles (Japchae)
Japchae is a combination of noodles and an assortment of vegetables. Sometimes 1 cup of leftover meat is added for protein. Sweet potato noodles are sold at Asian markets. If you can’t find them, substitute the fattest mung bean/cellophane noodles available and follow the package directions to cook.
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Two Way Cucumber Salsa
This Cucumber Salsa is delicious whichever way you make it. If using tomatoes, omit the pineapple. If using pineapple, omit the tomatoes.
