Side Dishes for your meals

Delicious side dishes to compliment the main item in your meal

A New Eagle Scout + A Family Recipe

April 3, 2012
German Cucumber Salad

My nephew Max is now an Eagle Scout. This past weekend was the ceremony where he officially received his Eagle Scout rank. We are so proud of him and all the hard work he has done. We are also proud of my brother and sister-in-law for the countless hours, volunteer work, and on-going support they [...]

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Mediterranean Farro Salad

March 22, 2012
Mediterranean Farro Salad

What happens to a foodie at a market? They get inspired. At least that is what happens to me. Specialty markets, farmers markets, even Whole Foods Markets spark cravings each time I visit them. I see all the goods not found in my regular grocery store and the creativity begins. Bulgarian feta cheese is to [...]

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French Green Lentil Salad for #SundaySupper

March 18, 2012
French Green Lentil Salad

Green is one of the first signs of spring. The background changes from the grayness of winter to the greenness of spring. New foliage livens up the scenery in a refreshing and rejuvenating way. There is a sense of awakening that comes with the season. It is my favorite time of the year. As I [...]

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Nutty Couscous for #SundaySupper

March 11, 2012
Israeli couscous with coconut milk, pine nuts, and fresh parsley

Springtime! I get so excited just thinking about it. Watching the landscape wake up after a winter’s sleep is very captivating to me. I find myself looking out windows and going outside more often. I want to see every single plant and flower as they show new spring growth. The itch to go to plant [...]

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Asian Slaw

December 22, 2011
Asian Slaw

Looking for a crowd pleasing side dish? This is one for sure. It is different than traditional sides, a slaw with a little Asian flair. Great to go with the sandwiches you make from all the holiday leftover ham or turkey. I will eat it as a snack, that is, if it does not disappear [...]

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Creamed Corn

December 1, 2011
Creamed Corn

Here in the South we love corn. Every Southern style restaurant has it on the menu and the majority of the time it is creamed corn. When made right, it is delicious and nothing like the awful canned creamed corn. The best is made from fresh corn while it is in season. The kernels are [...]

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Cranberry Salad – A Sweet Holiday Treat

November 22, 2011
Cranberry Salad

The holidays are here. There are so many memories from all the years. The holidays are my favorite time. It kicks off with my birthday in November and gets better with each passing day. One of the reasons is the special food for the season. From savory to sweet (especially sweet) the food stands out. [...]

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Simple Creamy Cole Slaw

July 28, 2011
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Cole slaw is popular side dish here in the South. It is a commonly served with fried chicken, bar-b-que, and hamburgers. From simple to complex, grated to shredded, sweet to tangy, there are countless variations. While I enjoy many of them, my favorite is a creamy one made with thinly sliced cabbage and only cabbage – no carrots, red cabbage, bell [...]

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