This is a fantastic recipe to make the best beer battered veggies around. Serve them as an appetizer or as a side dish for anything. These go well with hamburgers and steak.
This is my version of two of my favorite Italian soups in one: Italian Wedding soup and Minestrone. It is great garnished with thin slices of pepperoni and fresh grated parmesan cheese and served with…
This is a great appetizer or even a full meal for 1 person. It looks appetizing to the eye, and smells delicious when cooking. The taste is creamy and this recipe is very filling. I first tried this recipe…
I am not fond of salmon and of fish soups. But this has been one of my favorite soups growing up. It's very simple and cooks up within 15 minutes. I like mine with a pat of butter on the soup and with…
Please don't tell my kids that this recipe contains squash! They LOVE these and eat the heck out of them. So if you have kids, do not make these muffins when they are around.
Yummy mashed potatoes with cheese and bread crumb topping. A friend made this recipe for Christmas one year and everyone went back for a second helping.
You could use packaged waffles...but these only take just minutes to make and are great with the creamed beef.This combination is great anytime ...but is especially nice for a quiet breakfast or a candle…
This super side dish is the perfect complement to your holiday menu. Here's a sure-fire way to get your kids to eat their vegetables...and don't be surprised when they're asking for more!
Although this soup has cream in it, I wouldn't call it a cream of mushroom soup.The use of mushrooms,fresh herbs, nutmeg and sherry play an important role in making this soup a star. Excellent teamed…
Given to me by a friend while we lived in California. Very good recipe. Great with tacos, burritos, or my Chili Rellenos Recipe. Hope your family will enjoy these as much as my family does.
My mother made this casserole every Thanksgiving since I was a small child and is a favorite in our family. She usually doubled the recipe because it was always the first thing to disappear from the table.…
A classic stuffing recipe that's full of flavor and herbs. A great option for Thanksgiving because you can throw it in the crockpot and tend to your turkey!
I found cooking rice, beans, couscous or vegatables in different medium than water made for more flavorful cooking. This version of Spanish rice has served hundreds without complaint.
The sweet taste of dried cranberries,fresh blueberries and juicy pear combined with the creamy goodness of Gruyere cheese make a delightful addition to summer celebrations anywhere...the colors say USA…
This is another Italian family recipe. My husband's mother made this a lot, especially good in the summer with your own, home grown tomatoes. Nice with a lean grilled steak and baked potato with all the…
To prepare this a day ahead, cook the sweet potatoes; combine with brown sugar, butter, and vanilla. Before baking, stir in half the pecans, place in a baking dish, and top with the remaining pecans and…
These shredded potato pancakes are the most traditional of the Hanukkah foods. The oil in which they are fried represents the central story of the holiday in which oil enough to light the temple for 1…
Mix together cornflake crumbs and parmesan cheese with a dash of garlic powder and cover all over your zucchini to get a great appetizer to serve before your big meal. This goes very well with marinara…
This is a holiday pleaser and very easy to prepare. Just listen to the comments and you know you have a hit. They will want the recipe. This is a Thanksgiving favorite in my home.
This is a fantastically easy recipe I found on a food blog. The oregano, tarragon, thyme and garlic are so fragrant you won't even need to dip them in butter!
Sweet and tasty, this kugel is served cold, so it's perfect for breaking the fast after Yom Kippur because it doesn't need to be reheated. Also great any other time of year!
This is a healthy way to serve moussaka without the added sauces, but still delicious and nourishing. Serve with a green salad if you wish or a steamed vegetable.
Sheildzini is a Japanese cucumber salad. It is very simple to put together, and very delicious. Do not prepare too far in advance as cucumbers become soggy. If the skins are tough or bitter, peel the…
I became intrigued with the new age interest in couscous so I started playing with options, much as I started cooking rice in different juices. This one became an instant favorite of the kids. This delicate…
We always made bread stuffing for holidays, but it wasn't my thing so we came up with this rice stuffing. Adding Craisins makes it a little more festive but isn't necessary.
Being sheltered and shaded by those higher up on the plant, they simply grow to a size that seems immature by comparison. Like many true baby vegetables, however, baby artichokes are more tender and have…
I was trying to make up a recipe for some fried potatoes I had at Spanky's in Savannah, GA. I think mine are better! I get compliments everytime I serve them!
A twist on the traditional Hanukkah favorite, these latkes are more like a dessert! Sweet apples and cinnamon topped with syrup or confectioners' sugar. Even if you're not brave enough to swap them for…
I didn't know that ham and pickles were so good together until my aunt made me a sandwich with that combination. I knew it would be a good combo for deviled eggs too!
Overall taste is typical of one anticipated for a winter holiday. It looks very pretty when presented. It came from my own experimentation to find someting typical but a new and interesting way to serve…
Here is my favorite recipe for green bean salad. I serve this to my whole family over Thanksgiving. This is a cold and delicious salad with French cut green beans, tomatoes, onion, mushrooms, water chestnuts…
This is such a sweet and tasty recipe for you not so ordinary stuffing. Add the tanginess of pineapples to your stuffing mix and you will never want to make stovetop stuffing again.
Need some smoky and sweet barbeque beans to compliment your ribs or hamburgers? Here you go. This is a one of a kind recipe with great and interesting ingredients.
This recipe is one my mother used to make when we were growing up. It works great on the grill or even the oven, but the best way to make them is in a campfire! It adds that unique smoky flavor. It's…
An easy recipe for potato salad with just enough bite in the dressing to be tastefully different, with the added twist of bacon, ham, and peas to add color and nutrition.
This casserole has an outstanding flavor mix. Add the saltiness of ham and the sweet taste of sweet potatoes and you will come up with a casserole to die for.
Quinoa (pronounced keen-WAH) is a delicately flavored grain, native to South America, found in most health food stores. It is high in protein and fiber.
This is a hearty soup. It has the taste of eating a burger and french fries. I came up with this idea after asking my daughter what a really good meal was that she enjoyed a lot. She said she really liked…
I make these fantastic rolls for a side dish during supper time. I get bored with just the plan old dinner rolls so I needed to spruce them up a bit and this works!
This is a recipe that calls for the almost normal potato salad but blended with jalapenos and some cilantro leaves that make it more of a Mexican tasting dish.
This is an interesting blend of flavors, such as cranberry sauce, strawberry gelatin,celery , chopped nuts and cream cheese. This would be a great side dish for a family holiday dinner.
We are an Italian family, and we love our spinach. This is a fast and easy way to use spinach for breakfast or lunch. You can eat a slice alone or serve it with a crisp salad or a tomato onion salad.
Special Mother's Day Entry Mom used to serve this recipe as a main course with a nice salad and hearty bread on Friday nights when the family abstained from meat. I loved this dish so much I used to beg…
This is an excellent authentic Mexican rice recipe (not to be confused with Spanish rice) that I make as a side dish with all of my Mexican dishes. The key is cooking the rice properly and using good…
These zucchini logs are packed with flavor and the kids love eating them along side their turkey legs. I think they like the name! These can also be served as a meal with a side salad.
Pretty and delicious, too! The combination of the purple cabbage (a little sweeter than the green) and the apples is awesome. You will be sure to impress your guests!
These do not taste like instant potatoes. My husband is very picky eater, and he loves these. Ready in 5 minutes. I have been making these for about 15 years, a lot of people ask me why is it so good.
This is a great recipe for a crowd. It's very habit-forming, you can't just have one serving. It is always at hit at family dinners. It is very easy to make and freezes and reheats well.
I first made this for a special New Year's dish and it definitely had the "wow" factor. The intense lemon flavor keeps the risotto light and flavorful. Fantastic for entertaining!
This recipe culminated when my husband and I needed a quick side dish with some fish and I had quite a selection of just a little bit of several cheeses to use up in the fridge - but we both loved it.…
Few of us have the time or inclination to make real apple Danish from scratch, but here's a pizza variation that's fast and simple. The crust is just a slab of large, round bakery bread that's been hollowed…
This cranberry relish recipe has been in our family for many years. It will last more than a week in the refrigerator if you keep it covered! I hope you will make it one of your holiday favorites also.…
Healthy, delicious and inexpensive. This is not of a thin consistancy or a soup. It is what we Italians consider a "peasant meal." With a crispy loaf of Italian bread this would go very far in a large…
I make this for every holiday dinner. My grandchildren love it so I make extra and the next day I microwave the leftovers or use the rest to make Shepherd Pie.
A rich, oh so good dressing. You can bake alone or stuff the bird, it works either way! This makes a great leftover dish too. . Look for my Cran-Relish recipe to go with it. This stuffing can be made…
This is a hearty, delicious way to sneak a lot of goodness into a warm, thick bowl of flavor. Great as a side dish or at a potluck, or just on it's own!
Gremolata is a traditional Italian blend of olive oil, lemon peel and garlic. Mixed in with green beans in this recipe makes for a flavorful dish that's easy to make. Try with pasta or lasagna.
Halloumi cheese is from the Mediterranean island of Cyprus. It is unique because it will grill and brown without melting. Teamed with watermelon, it is a sweet-salty treat that works as an appetizer,…
These delectable golden treats make a lovely summer side dish or party appetizer. They are loaded with tasty ricotta and Parmesan cheeses, herbs, onions, and garlic, a perfect way to give some healthy…
A chunky chutney like this one makes a great gift for friends and neighbors. I give them the chutney in a decorated jar with a package of cream cheese and a box of crackers. It makes a lovely snack and…
This is a simple dish that's always a favorite. Use store-bought seafood salad or fresh lobster, crab or shrimp meat – either way it's rich and delicious!
Years ago my mom used to stuff the turkey with this rice recipe. I like it so much I don't wait for a turkey to make it. If you want to make a meal out of this, add 4 links of sauteed sausage for heartier…
This is a wonderful side dish for Thanksgiving. I wanted to do something other than the traditional sweet potato and marshmallow dish. I came up with apples and sweet potato and then decide to throw in…
Greek purple-black kalamata olives and feta cheese blend with rice-shaped orzo pasta for this salad at Surdyk's Cheese Shop. The full-flavored dish holds its own at a barbecue with grilled meat.
I love making my mashed potatoes for company. They always tell me they are the best mashed potatoes they have ever had! I know, these are not healthy but they are worth the splurge! I hope you enjoy them…
My neighbor made these and shared some with us. I had to have the recipe, they are delicious when served on the side with burgers, steaks or chops. These get better as they age.
This delicious recipe is the winner of the stuffing category for our Thanksgiving Recipes Contest! Cornbread dressing with fresh corn and thyme, flavored with celery and onion, and moistened with chicken…
This is my grandmother's stuffing. She was from New England and this captures the quintessential flavors of New England. It is a very savory stuffing and one that family and friends always ask for.
This recipe came about because my daughter loves twice baked potatoes. I was making them one day, and the peeling kept breaking apart, making it hard to stuff the filling in. I decided to throw it…
These aren't your ordinary jalapeno poppers. The crunchy and hot appetizers are wrapped with bacon and stuffed with softened cream cheese and are perfect for you next get together.
Every so often I get these weird cravings for hush puppies so I had to find out how to make them myself. This is a simple and delicious recipe to make either for yourself or serve them as appetizers next…
This French vegetable dish can be served as a complete vegetarian meal or as a side dish with just about anything. With tons of veggies and grainy polenta, this is a terrific dish anytime.
This is a dish common in Eastern Europe, especially Russia. Stuffed with any number of fillings (sauerkraut, potato, meat, etc.), they are versatile and always great!
This garlicky red potato and asparagus dish is easy and delicious served either hot or cold. Rosemary and thyme give it a sophisticated flavor. Try adding a little chopped red pepper, too delicious.
Waking up Thanksgiving morning to the smell of roasting turkey, the spices and herbs used to flavor the giblet gravy and used to make the dressing/stuffing are things memories are made of. I was always…
A friend brought this dish to my house for Thanksgiving one year and it was a HUGE hit!. I asked for the recipe and now its requested weekly. Try it and you will love it!
This is a hearty classic stuffing that isn't very hard to put together. It takes about 2 hours to do the prep work because the giblets are slowly simmered until they are tender.
Tabbouleh in the middle east has much more parsley than bulgur, unlike versions in the west. I make it without the optional olive oil and garlic, but they are usually used. You can add more or less ingredients…
If you are a sweet potato fan, you will just go bonkers about this one… If you are not all about sweet potatoes, you will soon be after you try this fantastic recipe.
We had family over for Halloween this year and I made this soup as a starter. I roasted two fresh sugar pumpkins and a couple sweet potatoes along with some spices, which filled the house with such a…
If you are lover of those sweet and tiny cherry tomatoes then you will love making and tasting this salad. This is great for a barbecue or a light lunch.
Frittatas are the perfect thing for a quick, spur of the moment breakfast, lunch or light supper. They're even good cold, so you can pack them for a picnic or a brown bag lunch.
These are so good you'll want to double the recipe because they'll be the first to go. I created this recipe to take to work for luncheons. The first time I brought them in they were gone in a flash and…
My Mom and Dad both cook. They make this salad for me. It is called a Frog Eye salad and I love to eat the Frog Eyes. It is very good and it makes a big batch. I keep it in the fridge until it is all…
People ask me for this macaroni and cheese recipe all the time! It can be made in the oven or a crock pot! It can also be used as a one-dish base with leftover ham. Just add cut up ham to the casserole…
Paneer is an essential ingredient in Indian cooking. People often substitute ricotta, but the taste is decidedly not paneer and the real deal is so easy to make. With this simple recipe, you'll give true…
This recipe is adapted from the great Alice Waters. Her original recipe doesn't call for cheese, but I just had to add it. If you like garlic, try rubbing the pan with some after it has been greased.
What could possibly go better with broccoli then cheddar cheese. Try this broccoli bake with herb seasoning and of course, cheddar cheese. No child could possibly turn this side down.
This is a flavorful melange of colorful mediterranean vegetables in a thick rich red tomato sauce. It is great as a meat-free main meal and works just as well as a side-dish with meat. It is cooked in…
A wonderful and delicious mixture of garbanzo beans, French style green beans, artichoke hearts and pour some fat free (your choice) Italian dressing over it.
A very tasty side dish, great for company, especially at Holiday times for this makes a "pot full", and doesn't tie up your stove/oven. HOWEVER, when the family gets together, it all goes!! May change…
I like this recipe, and have used it for everything as side dish as well as a mainstay for supper. It is an easy, delicious entree for this time of year.
I got this recipe from my mother. When she made it, the cakes used to fall apart. When I started using it, I added some flour to the ingredients and they held their shape. These potato cakes taste good…
I never knew what to do with cabbage except boil it until I found this recipe. I've had folks who didn't even LIKE cabbage ask for the recipe - it's delicious, easy and inexpensive to make. Great for…
This is very colorful and tasty. Take this to any bbq, or just as a side dish for dinner, and you will hear nothing but "This is damn good potato salad!"
This recipe makes a large amount so is excellent for large family meals. I was very favorably impressed with using a Meyer lemon olive oil and look forward to using it in other dishes.
This is a tasty dish great for any party. It's quick, easy and inexpensive. If you like clams, you will like this dish. It can be served as an appetizer or with a salad for main dish.
This light but delicious dish has been a favorite of my family for years. It is definitely a fall season recipe. The color of the pumpkin with the sauteed mushrooms brings a bit of fall to your menu.
Add some parmesan cheese and lots of black pepper to this recipe and you’ll have a real flavorful side dish. This is a very easy and quick recipe to follow.
This is such a delicious and simple recipe to follow for the best layered taco dip. This calls for refried beans, sour cream, lettuce, tomatoes, green onions and cheddar cheese.
Here's a slight twist to an old favorite. Chili powder gives these roasted potatoes some zing! I make these for breakfast every Sunday, and my family loves them!
Spaghetti squash is a fantastically versatile squash that makes really beautiful dishes. With feta, tomatoes and black olives in this dish, it help makes a filling vegetarian meal.
If you love then this is a must make for a side dish. This could also be eaten as a main course for all you vegetarians out there. It is so delicious and all the veggies are baked and marinated with vegetable…
This dish has so many different flavors that add to the saltiness of the French fries. This recipe includes; French green beans, hamburger, tomatoes and cream of mushroom soup and topped with cheddar…
Borekas are savory or sweet pastries made with puff pastry and a variety of fillings. The shape of a boreka usually tells you what the filling is — triangles for cheese, squares for potatoes, twists…
I love the boxed macaroni and cheese but sometimes I want something a little heartier and healthier. Even though you're using a whole lot of cheese in this recipes, the rest of the ingredients are fairly…
Belgian endive makes an incredibly elegant presentation. First, there's the surprise of a grilled green. Then there's the lovely appearance on the plate. Grilled endive makes a perfect accompaniment to…
It is family tradition that we serve this dish every Thanksgiving and Christmas. We serve it frozen. With all of the warm, delicious food on our plates, this cool dish perfectly balances everything out…
Instead of topping canned sweet potatoes with a glaze and miniature marshmallows, this version uses fresh sweet potatoes and a lighter, less gooey glaze.
A 3-bean warm casserole that will do nothing but keep your summer guests coming back for more! Caution! Make these once, and you will be required to bring these beans to every function!!
I make this with reduced fat cheeses so I don't feel so guilty and to boost the nutritional value, I added some veggies. Be creative and add what you like. Add shredded chicken or cut up meat balls for…
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As long as you use a deep-frying thermometer to ensure the oil is hot enough, I learned, there’s nothing greasy about the results. The beans have a fairly nonabsorbent surface, unlike…
So simple, yet so good. You can't go wrong mixing tangy cheese with juicy, fresh pears. Add sprinkling of toasted pine nuts and a splash of olive oil with red wine vinegar, and it's divine.
I originally found the recipe for Green Tomato Pie in an old cookbook my grandmother had. It makes a great brunch addition or a light lunch entrée. Some people even like it for dessert.
This is one of the best meals I have ever made and have tasted. Not only is it fat free but the spices that are added to the meatballs and the gravy are simply delicious.
This delicious raspberry Jell-O recipe is a must try! I use it as a dessert for heavier meals or as a side for summer get togethers. This is incredibly easy to make. The flavors meld together to make…
This potato salad doesn't contain mayonnaise; instead, the potatoes are tossed with an herb-seasoned vinaigrette. It's not the potato salad that Mom used to make.
This is a deliciously different appetizer or side dish that guests will love! Served on small skewers and seasoned dipped in the nutty sauce, it's a guaranteed "no leftovers" appetizer.
Very easy and and satisfying for lunch or as a side dish for a delicious summer dinner! What is great about this recipe is, it can be enjoyed hot or cold! I would consider this a versatile main dish…
A wonderful tomato side dish, created for a last-minute dinner party and it went over so well! Goes particularly well with beef, ham and chicken dishes. Would also be good with fish entrees. Will be terrific…
Steamed green beans tossed with butter, lemon zest, lemon juice and toasted walnuts. This is excellent with asparagus also. Pecans can be substituted for walnuts.
I am always cooking and looking for short cuts that still taste good. This is definitely a time saver. Serve with a salad and you have a cheap, tasty meal.
You can use this concoction everywhere from eating it "straight" as described to stuffing mushrooms, zucchini or cabbage leaves, as well as spreading it on toasted bread slices for an hor d'ouevre. Use…
This flexible late summer favorite can be served hot or cold as a side dish with grilled fish or chicken, as a sauce for pasta, or as a meal on its own. Rich in fiber, phytochemicals and vitamins A and…
This is a very easy side dish with a great color that is more savory than hot. Commercial canned green chiles are not hot at all. For those of you that like your dishes with a bit of zing, substitute…
The OXO Handheld Mandoline makes short work to the potatoes and onions, cutting down prep time. The microwave makes this rich and cheesy sauce for sliced potatoes even faster to prepare.
When my children were little we use to go camping quite often, friends and family would always ask me to bring my potato salad. Through the years my salad became a tradition at Bar-B-Q's and camping trips.…
This flexible late summer favorite can be served hot or cold as a side dish with grilled fish or chicken, as a sauce for pasta, or as a meal on its own. Rich in fiber, phytochemicals and vitamins A and…
This is an amazing layered dish that you bake in the oven. You layer zucchini slices with tomatoes and then sprinkle with Italian seasoning and cover with mozzarella cheese and repeat it.
This is a wonderful complement to grilled meat and burgers and a welcome change from the Asian flavored or the mayo-based slaws. The recipe is easily doubled.
Knishes are Eastern European and popular in Jewish cuisine. Follow this basic dough recipe for the outside and then choose corned beef, potatoes, mushroom or tuna to fill your knish. All recipes included.
Generously flavored with garlic and herbs, these baked tomatoes serve as a side dish or an antipasto. They are delicious even made with hard, unripe tomatoes. The ancient Greek physician Dioscorides claimed…
This is a great make ahead take to a picnic, church gathering, reunion, etc dish. Chances are no one else will have the same thing! This always gets rave reviews.
This dish was inspired by my mom who in my opinion is the best cook in the whole world. It is so simple and easy to prepare that it will dress up any meat as a side dish. My teenage sons also cook this…
What a tasty side dish to add a little something different to any meal. Add some sautéed chicken to it before you bake it to make a meal. You only need to add a salad and you are ready to go.
Special Mother's Day Entry My mom was a good cook, but she couldn't make a pie crust without losing her temper. My dad would say to us kids when she was trying to bake we better wait outside until this…
Wolfgang PuckIn winter, while I was growing up in the Austrian village of St. Veit, green vegetables never appeared in my mother’s kitchen. Every vegetable we ate during the cold months came from our…
Saffron is the world’s most expensive spice. But, a little saffron goes a long way and is used both to flavor and tint food. Saffron comes in powdered form and in threads.
I've been trying to stay on a low-calorie diet and still eat interesting food so I made this Mediterranean Turkey Sandwich for lunch. Hope you like the flavors.
People who love salsa will find this version irresistible. Try it with your favorite tortilla chips, on sandwiches or simply on a bed of crisp lettuce as a side salad. It's light, clean and exceptionally…
Try this recipe for an avocado salad. Do not get this mixed up with guacamole though- this is a taste of avocado, bell peppers, sweet onion and tomatoes.
Growing up Italian, ricotta and mozzarella cheeses were a staple in our home. This delicious baked ziti recipe is a family favorite for holidays and just any day.
Recipe adapted from "Great Food Without Fuss" by Frances McCullough and Barbara Witt (Henry Holt and Co., 1992). Vivid green spinach, bright red tomatoes and aromatic, Indian-spiced basmati rice are tossed…
Looking for a new way to add some flavor to your normal coleslaw recipe. Try making this one, just add some tart Granny Smith apples and some sweet raisins.
Serve these as a side dish with any big meal. Just make sure people actually make room for the main dish because once they try these, it's hard to stop.
Wolfgang PuckThe most important secret for success with both potato salad and cole slaw is to season them very well. Remember that both salads are served well chilled, and cold temperatures tend…
This cornbread stuffing recipe was handed down to me from my great-great-great grandmother! The cornbread can be fresh made or saved throughout the year (that is the way my mama made it).
These baked tomato halves are a quick and tasty side dish, served warm and bubbly from the oven, perfect to accompany broiled or grilled fish or chicken. Better yet, fresh tomatoes are a delicious source…
This is a hearty dish which would serve as a side dish for 3-4 people or as the name says could be an entree for one person. Add a chunk of warm bread and you have all 4 of the food groups.
This authentic Mexican salsa makes a great accompaniment salad or side dish for grilled chicken, fajitas or a grilled steak. The flavor is spectacular.
This recipe is amazing. I bet you could never think squash could taste so good when it is stuffed with ricotta cheese, onions, parsley, sage and thyme.
These are cute little zucchini rice tartlets that are structured and cooked in a mold. These are great for an early breakfast (if you bored with the regular eggs and toast) or for a side dish during dinner.
This is a fantastic and delicious way to use up your garden goodies! The flavors compliment each other so well. This recipe really hits the spot, and will be the topic of your meal conversation!
This is a wonderful and perfect side dish if you wanted to prepare some veggies for the meal. The combination of cauliflower, broccoli and mushrooms with cheddar is amazing.
I experimented with this recipe when a neighbor told us to help ourselves to his apple tree. Having never made applesauce before, I tried this!! I hope you all love it as much as we do. Hard to go back…