Homemade Spiced Cranberry Sauce is actually quick and easy to make and can be made ahead of time, saving you some work the day of the big meal.
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Cowboy Caviar with Jalapeños
Cowboy Caviar with Jalapeños is a perfect dip for football Sundays, or any time for that matter. If you’re having a gathering of friends or family, this is a must make. It’s super easy to prepare, and is a definite crowd pleaser.
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Caprese Salad
Caprese Salad is a light, refreshing side dish to serve with any dinner. Fresh mozzarella, basil, and tomatoes are lightly coated with fresh pantry staples allowing their flavors to really shine. I particularly like it paired with grilled or roasted meats, such as Buttermilk Brined Roasted Chicken.
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Cheesy Cauliflower Bake
Cheesy Cauliflower Bake with bacon, green onion, and tomato is a low-carb, gluten-free casserole that even your picky eaters will love.
While you could easily make a meal out of the casserole itself, I enjoyed serving it with Buttermilk Brined Chicken and Veggie Ribbon Salad. This is a fantastic lower carb option to replace gratin potatoes or loaded baked potatoes.
No, I’m not going to pretend that this recipe is totally healthy—it has too much cheese for that claim. However, I believe that we deserve to indulge on occasion, and this is one delicious way to do that.…
Roasted Beet and Endive Salad with Champagne Vinaigrette
Roasted Beet and Endive Salad is perfect for a light lunch or side dish with dinner. It would also be the perfect accompaniment to a Mother’s Day Brunch. It’s elegant, yet simple to prepare.
The sweet tanginess of my Champagne Vinaigrette pairs perfectly with the peppery arugula and earthy beet flavors of this salad. The ingredients to create Roasted Beet and Endive salad are simple to assemble, and the result is a bright, beautiful salad that everyone will love.…
Best Potato Salad with Bacon
Best Potato Salad with Bacon boasts bold and zesty flavor in a creamy dill and chive dressing that is just begging to be a star at your next gathering.
I’m going to share a confession with you. I’m really not a potato salad fan. I don’t hate it, but I can usually take it or leave it. It’s just that I’ve found so many potato salads to be bland and lifeless. But, THIS potato salad makes me want a second helping. It really is the Best Potato Salad, and well, bacon just makes everything better, right?…
Parsnip Mashed Potatoes
The parsnips give these Parsnip Mashed Potatoes a delicious earthy flavor, and the nutritional yeast adds a hint of cheese without adding any dairy to these vegan, Whole30 friendly mashed potatoes. Why not try a unique take on the traditional mashed potatoes for your Thanksgiving table this year?
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Savory Sweet Potato Mash
I created this Savory Sweet Potato Mash because I wanted a different twist on the traditional sweet potato casserole that is typically on the holiday table. Not to say that there isn’t a bit of sweet, they are sweet potatoes, but there is no added sweetener (or gooey marshmallows). This is a dish that you can easily prepare a day ahead of time, and just heat up when you are ready to serve, which is what I did when I was testing my holiday recipes.
You’ll love how easy this Savory Sweet Potato Mash is to prepare. Even better, you’ll love the flavor of this new twist on a holiday classic. Rather than the added sweetness of sugar or maple syrup, this sweet potato mash uses sage, rosemary, and leeks to create a unique savory flavor. The recipe is also gluten-free and Whole30 friendly.…
Toasted Sesame Green Beans
I don’t know how much cooking you’ve done with toasted sesame oil, but it really imparts an amazing flavor to anything that’s cooked in it. These Toasted Sesame Green Beans are no exception. Sautéing the beans gives them a crisp tenderness, and the almond slivers add a crunch of texture to the dish. These green beans are so simple and quick to prepare, but they are packed with huge flavor.
Toasted Sesame Green Beans make an excellent side dish to accompany any protein, or you can serve them over a rice dish to create a vegetarian entree. I do believe you will love these green beans as much as we did.…
Favorite Roasted Potatoes
Favorite Roasted Potatoes is a side dish we make on a regular basis in our house. They are incredibly easy to prepare and quite possibly the yummiest roasted potatoes ever. Roasting the bell peppers and onion together with the potatoes adds another layer of delicious flavor beyond the herbs and seasoning.
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