Sides

This salad can be used as a main dish or as a healthy side.

Citrus Spring Salad with Roasted Beets

 

 Bursting with vibrant color and flavor, Citrus Spring Salad with Roasted Beets is a sure way to please even those who don’t enjoy salads. Spring greens, roasted beets, artichoke hearts, and fresh oranges come together with sweet goat cheese and pecans for some of the best-tasting nutrition you’ve ever had. […]

Find out how to roast beets with this easy recipe for roasted beets.

How to Roast Beets

 

 Beets are amazing veggies that are beautiful, versatile, nutritious, and often cheap, but for the longest time I just gave them the side-eye as I passed them at the grocery store. Sure they’re pretty, but I had no idea what to do with them. My experience with beets was limited […]

This easy English Pea Salad is a cinch to put together!

Easy English Pea Salad

 

 After a long winter, the fresh taste of early spring crops gives an enthusiastic welcome to the new season! Tender green peas are mixed with bacon, cheese, and red onion in a light, lemony dressing. A little mint adds the invigorating flavor of spring to this easy recipe that is […]

Enjoy this sauteed cabbage with bacon this St. Patrick's Day.

Easy Sautéed Cabbage with Bacon

 

 Our sautéed cabbage recipe is so easy and delicious, you won’t believe it’s actually cabbage! A quick sauté is all that this vegetable needs to shine, along with a bit of brown sugar to combat bitterness and smoky bacon to add flavor. The best thing about preparing cabbage this way […]

It's not like the canned stuff at all!

Orange Cranberry Sauce from Scratch

 

 If you thought cranberry sauce only came from a can, you’ll be excited to hear how easy this orange cranberry sauce recipe is! Fresh cranberries are cooked in orange juice and sweetened with sugar until they burst with juices. Cinnamon, Grand Marnier, and orange zest add a delicious citrus-spiced flavor […]

Green bean casserole is even more delicious without canned soup!

Green Bean Casserole (Without Canned Soup)

 

 The traditional French onion topped green bean casserole just got a little tastier! Our version omits canned cream of mushroom soup in favor of fresh mushrooms, heavy cream, and a variety of seasonings that results in a rich, delicious dish. This vegetarian recipe can be adapted quite easily into a […]

This sweet potato recipe is sweet enough for dessert!

Pecan Praline Sweet Potato Bake

 

 One of the most well known and beloved side dishes of any holiday meal just got a little sweeter! This easy-to-make Pecan Praline Sweet Potato Bake blends rich mashed sweet potatoes with the buttery, caramel crunch of pecan pralines. Whether you’re serving it for Thanksgiving, Christmas, or a special meal, […]

The best potato salad is easy to make and always enjoyed.

The Best Old-Fashioned Potato Salad

 

 Every family has its own traditional potato salad recipe, but I have to say that this one is the best! Tender pieces of potato, tiny bits of celery, and a smattering of hard boiled eggs are coated in a creamy, mayonnaise-based dressing. A hint of mustard tantalizes your taste buds, […]

This easy to make salad has simple flavors that are always delicious.

Black Bean and Rice Salad

 

 My go-to black bean and rice salad features just a few simple, inexpensive ingredients, but it’s a great dish that goes well with pretty much anything! Basic rice is tossed with black beans, tomatoes, and cheese in zesty Italian dressing with a hint of lime, for a mild, yummy taste […]

Making this salad the day before means more time on the day of your event!

Keto Friendly Overnight Layered Salad

 

 Save time on the day of your party with this easy make ahead salad recipe! Layers of veggies and protein make this a perfect dish for those following keto, but it’s something that everyone can enjoy. Lettuce provides the base of the salad, then green onions, tomatoes, celery, shrimp, and […]