I have this great friend named Kristi. She has been a reader of my blog for at least 9-10 years. And we even met in person once! (I happened to be near where she lived once so I totally knocked on her door at 10:30PM like a creeper. And she still likes me.) Kristi has …
Side Dishes
If you’re wondering if dill pesto is just basil pesto made with dill…. you’re right. I made some one night to serve with a big plate of grilled vegetables and loved it SO MUCH. I had planned on posting the whole thing as one recipe, but as I was using the leftover pesto in different …
I wasn’t a fan of vegetables as a kid unless it was in the form of baby carrots dipped in ranch dressing. Or (insert cooked vegetable) covered with Cheez Whiz. And green beans were completely off my list. Well, until I was an adult and tried fresh green beans that had been sauteed. Then, I …
It’s possible to make a big batch of sweet potato hash browns without babysitting them at the stove! My oven method mimics frying hash browns so you can easily make them for a crowd. Crispy Sweet Potato Hash After spending so many years trying to make hash browns on the stove, I finally figured out …
Have you ever grilled melon? It intensifies and caramelizes the natural sugars and adds a little smokiness. It’s divine.
I’m usually a savory squash girl, but making roasted butternut squash with maple and my homemade chai spice was the best decision I made this Thanksgiving!
Have you tried Pan-Fried Green Beans with Bacon? It’s the ONLY way to eat green beans, really. The beans are crisp-tender and infused with the amazing taste of bacon – what could be better? It’s also just TWO ingredients (I’ll let you guess which two), a hot skillet for sautéing and you’re set! You’re going …
This delicious cauliflower puree is full of flavor and easily made in your Instant Pot! Serve it as a low carb alternative to regular mashed potatoes or a nutritious side dish alongside a roast or pork chops.
Here’s how to make a dry brine turkey — along with a flavorful herb butter for good measure! It’s so much easier than using a wet brine.
There’s nothing better than the smell of roasted fall vegetables, no? This easy side dish would be a perfect addition to your Thanksgiving table!
Who knew that cabbage caramelized in bacon drippings could be such a delicious and easy side dish?
If you’ve never liked kale chips, I urge you to try these. Massaging lemon juice into the kale takes away the bitterness, and the ranch seasoning + nutritional yeast is a delicious combination!
This simple slaw is such a versatile staple in my recipe collection! It’s a snap to whip together. It’s not mayo-based, so it lasts a long time, and it makes your tacos and taco salads even more amazing!
Want to know the secrets to making Crispy Sweet Potato Chips? I’ve got the tricks right here.
This has all of your favorite parts of a sushi roll in an easy-to-eat format! If you’re like me and don’t eat sushi very gracefully, you’ll love this.
This is a fresh, mayo-free take on a potato salad. Tender roasted potatoes are tossed with a herby, mustardy vinaigrette. You’ll never go back to regular potato salads.
These balsamic roasted vegetables are roasted in a tangy balsamic marinade and topped with more balsamic glaze and a sprinkling of salty feta. It’s an easy, versatile recipe that’s great for a Thanksgiving side dish, a holiday dinner party, or during the warmer months alongside some grilled meat.
Cauliflower rice reminds me of my dad. I made it once when we were there visiting, and I told him it was a “special kind of rice”, and he — Mr. Meat-and-potatoes-hates-all-vegetables paused for a second then ate two helpings. I guess he figures I eat weird stuff so “rice” seemed safe. We never told …
Grilled pineapple adds a punch of sweetness to basic fresh salsa and goes great with tacos, lettuce wraps, salads, or simply grilled meat!
This cucumber jicama slaw is a great alternative to cabbage or salad greens as a taco topping! Also great with grilled meats.
These aren’t your regular roasted sweet potatoes! They’re smothered in Thai spice, mixed with some toasted coconut, and finished off with a squirt of lime.
Celebrate vibrant green spring vegetables by tossing them in a flavorful dill pesto! This salad is great cold or warm and is sun-safe for potlucks!