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Broccoli Carrot Casserole

Posted by Chef Johnny Ringo  

Simple and delicious. We have this as a side for Thanksgiving every year...I'm posting it to Zaar so I won't ever lose it. MORE»

Recipe #401118

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Red Cabbage With Apples

Posted by CookingCookie  

wonderful easy recipe that relies on the sweetness of the cabbage with no added sugar. I love it at Thanksgiving! MORE»

Recipe #401013

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Fresh Herb Linguine

Posted by daisygrl64  

A buttery fresh herb sauce makes this pasta a perfect accompaniment to most meat. Land-O-Lakes Cookbook. MORE»

Recipe #400866

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Mushroom Terrine

Posted by Kasha  

From the French Elle Magazine, Arielle Dombasle's grandmother's recipe. Make in a loaf pan or terrine, cut in slices or cubes. Good hot, cold or room temp. Only 4 ingredients. MORE»

Recipe #400845

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Chili Relleno Casserole

Posted by Lalaloo  

Super quick and tasting casserole! MORE»

Recipe #400810

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Creamy Corn Pudding

Posted by Mrs. Delishis  

My grandmother's version of Jiffy Corn Pudding. It's extremely tasty and moist... love it. MORE»

Recipe #400775

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Easy Garlic Beets

Posted by puppitypup  

I love the garlic beets served by our local Greek restaurant. This recipe is inspired by CountryLady's Roasted Beets & Garlic and makes a delicious and nutritious side. MORE»

Recipe #400676

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Oven Roasted Leeks - Whole Foods

Posted by mailbelle  

Was looking for some different sides for Thanksgiving and came across this recipe on the Whole Foods website. MORE»

Recipe #400509

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Hobo Potatoes

Posted by arualanne  

I got this recipe from my mother-in-law. This has a bit of a potato au gratin texture, but without the cheese. The edges are a little chewy. I love how easy this is to make and how filling it comes out. It is very good comfort food. The... MORE»

Recipe #400342

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Pakistani Style Bhindi Ka Salan (Okra/Ladyfinger Curry)

Posted by Bint e Naeem  

Back in the days when I was a child every time my mother made this dish it was considered a treat among me & my siblings. Besides potatoes & peas, okra/ladyfinger is another all time favorite vegetable among the Pakistani population. It is... MORE»

Recipe #400335

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Shredded Brussels Sprouts & Scallions (Gourmet)

Posted by blucoat  

An easy and delicious recipe from Gourmet Magazine (March 1996). You can make this ahead of time and rewarm before serving (even in the microwave!). Perfect for Thanksgiving or a holiday meal. Another very good twist on this recipe is to... MORE»

Recipe #400313

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Four Pepper Stir-Fry

Posted by Teasaidh  

This is a very simple and quick dinner I made up one night with what was in the fridge. It is even tastier the next day! Feel free to add or subtract other ingredients if you like. (I used hot pepper infused olive oil for a bit of bite.) MORE»

Recipe #400183

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Sweet Braised Whole Scallions (Molly Stevens)

Posted by blucoat  

This would be a fabulous, easy side dish for Thanksgiving. "As the scallions braise, the sweet anise flavor of the tarragon mingles with their oniony juices, giving the whole dish a candy-like sweetness. If you can’t find fresh tarragon, or... MORE»

Recipe #400166

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Savory Garlic Fried Rice

Posted by Pumpkin Pie's Mommy  

This rice was passed on to my from my mother. Its so delicious and savory that its good to eat by itself or with any type of asian dish. MORE»

Recipe #400140

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Fresh Cranberry Walnut Salad With Grapes

Posted by Sherri at the Beach  

A refreshing, crunchy, raw cranberry salad. Great as a side dish or on sandwiches. You need to make this one day ahead for the cranberries to marinate but it is worth waiting for. MORE»

Recipe #400089

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Goat Cheese and Zucchini Linguini

Posted by GoldsmithLissa  

A healthy (well healthier) take on alfredo... I recommend buying your goat cheese in a fresh log and crumbling it yourself as it retains more moisture and melts better! MORE»

Recipe #399960

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Twice-Baked Potato With Goat Cheese and Rosemary

Posted by GoldsmithLissa  

Nice twist on comfort food...also very easy to dress up for presentation! MORE»

Recipe #399958

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White Cheddar and Jalapeno Polenta

Posted by GoldsmithLissa  

Also try using different types and boldness variations of Cheddar, or sub Monterrey Jack or a mixture thereof. Those shredded Mexican/Taco cheese packages work well too. I use lots of jalapenos!!! Sometimes I add cayenne as well. If you want... MORE»

Recipe #399956

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Goat Cheese and Rosemary Polenta

Posted by GoldsmithLissa  

I have made some fun variations adding cayenne, using demiglace, etc. MORE»

Recipe #399955

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Rachel's Super Easy & Fast Home Fries

Posted by the80srule  

Time-consuming home fries on my watch? Never! I had leftover potato "meat" from making potato skins so I made home fries with them, from 8 small potatoes without skins so that probably equals about 4 regular potatoes and 6 small ones. If... MORE»

Recipe #399928

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