LOTS of Potato Sides, Vegetable Sides, Specialty Salads, Bread and MORE!
This page is a work in progress. Will be updated often, eventually far exceeding the "52" goal. Just be patient and come back often to see what's on the side!
The King of Sides... Potatoes
 Smashed and loaded Baked red Potatoes New shoes squeak best or something like that. Tired of the same old same old? Here's an updated recipe, takes no extra time but will not only brighten up your table but tastes GREAT |
 World's Best Mashed Potatoes Bacon, cream cheese, blah blah blah... Everyone's "Best" recipe has that but this has a secret ingredient. That secret ingredient is fried in BACON fat so all that goodness comes into play... |
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And the King of Potato Sides... Potato Salads
Now this is FULLY LOADED... BACON BACON BACON BACON, Cheese, Sour Cream, Onion, Chives and more... cheesy and delicious!
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 Deviled Egg Potato Salad This has the flavor (and ingredients) of your favorite "Mom's Old School" Deviled Eggs... Yellow Mustard... Pickle Relish... Mayo base PLUS! VERY Simple to make and dressed up to impress. |
Specialty Vegetables
 A Mexican esquites, A classic street food updated for a dinner party quality side dish... Loaded with Parmesan cheese and seasoned mayo. |
 Doritos Taco Green Bean Casserole...
This is a version of the green bean casserole you know. BUT Home made soup instead of the store bought and TACO DORITOS in place of the french fried onions.
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 EASY DELICIOUS Cold Doritos Corn Salad Doritos chips add texture and seasoning to a cold corn salad. Perfect picnic food |
 Bacon and Cheese Spaghetti Squash Loaded with bacon, slightly sweetened with a caramelized sauce and that unique nutty cheesy flavor of Swiss Cheese! This is a HUGE Winner for a side dish |
This has become my GOTO Grits recipe... Sweet Potatoes added for flavor, some honey, even some Adobe Sauce ... That Bobby Flay, he is a genius!!!
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-Made with an Alabama White BBQ Sauce! The sauce has a spicy Cajun flavor, a creamy smooth texture and a a surprising little tang from vinegar. Beautiful side dish. Tasty. Perfect side dish that is actually best when you make ahead and let sit in the fridge for a few hours.
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Mac and Cheese
Mac and Cheese Made fresh and new with spices and peppers from the Tex-Mex world. This is such a winner you'll never go back to cheddar again!
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And Cole Slaw!
 Apple ColeSlaw Bag of Cole Slaw Upgrade This is loaded with sweet crisp Apples, sweetened with honey, has a crisp crunch not only from the bagged cole slaw but also from the apples. A terrific combination! Perfect for a Pork Chops and Apple Slaw Sandwich! | 
Of all the slaw recipes I have made, I believe I like this the best. The combination of sweet (Mostly from extra carrots, grated to release their natural sweetness), Snappy tang from a little Cider Vinegar, and the Earthy taste of Celery Seed.
|  Cajun Buttermilk ColeSlaw for Cole Slaw Dogs... Chili Dogs A regional specialty that deserves wider availability. It really glows when paired with an Appalachian style Slaw Dog! A great balance of heat and sweet with a bit of sugar and some sweet creamy thick buttermilk. |  Cole Slaw - German Potato Salad Style COLESLAW !!! A Bag of Coleslaw Upgrade This has all the flavors of a classic German Potato Salad (without the potatoes). A thick grainy mustard sauce, combines with tangy cider vinegar and of course Bacon ... sweetened with brown sugar. Yeap, all the good stuff that makes a German potato salad popular. | |
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 Cajun Jalapeno Cheddar Corn Fritters Oh BOY, Corn Fritters... But not just any corn fritters, these are LOADED with plenty of extras. Corn, Cheddar and Jalapeno Peppers of course, but the seasoning I like to use is the classic OLD BAY Crab seasoning. Works great with Taco mix, Cajun mix and even plain old Salt and Pepper |
 Rosemary Applesauce Buns for Sliders These are amazing. Stunning presentation, beautiful colors and an extra strong punch of Sea Salt and Earthy Herbal Rosemary. And the applesauce adds plenty of extra flavor and moisture, guaranteeing a moist and tender roll. And best of all, Bread Machine easy. |
Sweet Savory Pumpkin Pie Mix (Yes from a can) combines with Herbal Rosemary and Earthy Sea Salt into the world's BEST Dinner rolls. AMAZINGLY EASY, This is the BEST PRESENTATION, TASTING ROLLS EVER AND Bread Machine Easy to boot!
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 Garlic Parmesan Artisan Bread... Made easy in a BREAD MACHINE This loaf has that wonderful look of Artisan Bread. But best of all is the extra flavors of plenty of Garlic (once baked, the garlic retains it's Earthy flavor while adding sweetness to the bread); PLUS the nutty flavor of baked Parmesan Cheese. Less than 10 minutes hands on work for this stunning loaf! |
 Jalapeno CornBread - SECRET INGREDIENT Super-Moist Jiffy Mix Upgrade This recipe uses "America's Favorite" CornBread mix but we do a major upgrade from the recipe on the box to make this a family favorite that pops up at a lot of get togethers, Chili feeds and potluck suppers! |
And the Rest (The Professor and Mary Ann
of the Vegetable World)
 Vegetables in a fried hamburger look! Crispy outside, moist tender and LOADED with flavor on the inside. DELICIOUS! |
 Onion Rings With a Secret Ingredient Restaurant/bar quality onion rings at home... plenty of crunch! There is a secret ingredient. |
 Pasta with Honey Mustard Vinaigrette Unlike Mac and Cheese which needs a bit of constant work to keep the cheese from congealing, this Macaroni Salad is perfect when you need to plate ahead of time and serve either chilled or room temperature. There is a little garlic in there, plus all the fresh flavors in a honey mustard salad. |
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Specialty Potatoes...
This is the recipe I take to any pass a plate, Church PotLuck type event. The mashed potatoes I make for myself and my family on any Tuesday night are different than the mashed potatoes I make for company. I load them up with Butter, Sour Cream... I even smooth them out with extra creamy Half and Half.
Certainly GREAT tasting.
THIS IS MY NEW OBSESSION. The BEST Mashed potatoes ever and too good to just make for company. The post contains a recipe for garlic Mashed Potatoes PLUS a recipe for a tangy slightly sweet rustic tasting Salsa Verde that combines with the potatoes to make something special. Dare I say WORLDS BEST... You bet!
I love these... And such a simple DIY Project, hard to believe I don't make them every day. And almost good for you, certainly better than "ordinary" Chips. The Seasoned salt is BACON SALT! but tips for making any seasoned salt in the post.
Addictive, bet you can't eat just one!
Cheesy Fennel POTATO GRATIN - Church PotLuck Side Dish...Oh Boy is this BEAUTIFUL... Golden Brown and Delicious. BUT it is also hints of sweet from the Fennel, Savory, Cheesy, a little nutty and a wonderful change of pace Potato dish. Tired of whipped potatoes, these will SHINE as a potato dish for any big Holiday meal, family gathering or Church or Neighborhood PotLuck BYODish event. Hints to get you through making a roux makes this easy and spectacular!
The Classic Yellow Mustard Potato Salad gets a make over with sharp cheddar cheese, and a new variety of seasonings. As always, this is a wonderful dish to serve at a BBQ party. Best when made a day in advance (so the flavors can mingle), freeing you up to master the grilled dishes and still have something SPECTACULAR to serve! If you love the classics, you will really LOVE this one!!!
Like Captain and Tennille, it is just nearly impossible to imagine a BBQ without a Potato Salad. This recipe is best when made in advance and you let the complex flavors mix and mingle for a day. Which makes for a near perfect side when everything can be made in advance, freeing the backyard master chef to concentrate on the grill. The Blue Cheese is subtle but adds a zing to the recipe. DELICIOUS!
It's a beautiful salad with two colors of potatoes, and an absolutely luscious creamy golden mustard vinaigrette wonderfully seasoned with fresh herbs.
Oh and BACON!
Dishes like this lend themselves very well to a summer BBQ. The dish is served cold (just in case the weather heats up). And it actually tastes best if you make this several hours ahead of time. This way it has several hours to rest and mix and mingle the flavors. The Country Style Whole Grain Mustard is intense with herbs and BACON! Delicious BBQ Side Dish
What a FANTASTIC mix of flavors... Sweet Corn added to potatoes. Toss in Sweet pepper slices (or Jalapeno if you like). Add a zesty BBQ slash HONEY slash Vinaigrette and the whole thing becomes a beautiful side dish, unusual mix of colors and tastes. NO MAYO, so perfect for BBQ or big Family Dinners... or POTLUCKS!
This is an unusual and POPULAR take on a more traditional mustard yellow potato salad. Sweet Bread and Butter Pickles (and the brine) add a sweet vinegar taste while the optional Jalapeno Peppers and even more optional Tabasco Sauce adds that HEAT that sets this apart from the rest.
Warm Honey Mustard Vinaigrette
This wonderful recipe serves two purposes... It is delicious with all the flavor combinations of garlic, potatoes chunks, green beans all seasoned with an easy to make honey mustard vinaigrette. It also makes a FANTASTIC presentation for any grilled meat resting on a bed of this tater salad! Beautiful and delicious! Oh, and fast and easy as well.
A wonderful exotic unique potato salad. Herbal deliciousness with plenty of DILL, cool summer cucumbers and a thick creamy coating make for a wonderful side dish!
This is the one you remember from hundreds of Church Potlucks and big family gatherings. Grandma knew what was good. AND EASY Frozen hash browns and a handful fo ingredients and you have a "CAN;T RESIST" SECONDS Casserole. Nostalgicly Delicious
This recipe has it all, sweet, creamy yet lumpy potatoes with BACON (Bacon bacon bacon) and a secret that makes them sweet as well. THIS MAY BE THE PERFECT MASHED GARLIC POTATOES RECIPE! A Crowd Pleaser!
I had a quicky BBQ the other night. Just a few Pork Chop sandwiches from the grill. This was my side dish. SUPER FAST (I cooked the potatoes in the microwave, just a few minutes. SUPER EASY. I did grate the cheese (a couple of minutes). I did have the bacon left over from a breakfast dish, but really how long does it take to fry bacon.
The bread crumb coating does crisp up nicely, adding a crunchy texture. The egg white coating, along with the extra Cajun spices in teh recipe does add an outer more crisp coating of the taters. Not the firm McDonald's type crispy fry, but a reasonable healthy alternative. These have all the taste that you could ask for. Cajun spices mix and mingle with the natural Earthy sweetness of the potato to create something wonderful.
Fried Rosemary Potatoes (Patate al rosmarino)
It's a basic Fried potato recipe, gussied up with some fresh rosemary and quality Olive Oil makes it the best around. Basic does not mean ordinary
Latkes (or sometimes (wrongly spelled) Latkas)
My Holiday Tradition - 52 Breakfast Recipes. Latkes are all around... Europe (and Kansas). Often by a different name, from Ireland to Russia... Sweden all the way south to Africa, all claim this dish as their own. Me, I discovered them in a New York Deli back in the 80's and have loved them ever since... So simple and nostalgic for me. Just a simple DIY DELICIOUS Potato Pancake with lots of history
"Old School" Sweet Potato Casserole
Here's your Grandma's classic recipe complete with the toasted marshmallow topping (and some candied pecans as well). Just like Grandma makes, sweet and creamy and delicious!
World's BEST (and Easiest never Fail) TURKEY GRAVY
52 Holiday Side Dish Recipes... Really, hints of Lemon, Fennel (my favorite underused ingredient), Onion and Garlic, thickened to perfection and even a little extra spice added. This will please even the most finicky Uncle. Gravy- That MUST MAKE IT RIGHT side dish. Try this... NEVER FAILS ALWAYS AMAZING! with plenty of hints tips and rescue ideas!
Loaded Baked Potato Bread (Bread Machine Easy)
All the flavors of that classic appetizer... Loaded Potato Skins... Instant Potato Flakes makes this soft and a great "crumb" for sandwiches. Sour Cream adds extra moisture with a hint of that snappy flavor. BACON BACON BACON... YOU BET! Chives for a hint of Savory Onion flavor! And all made easy with a Bread Machine doing all of the work of mixing, kneading and the first rise. This a real CROWD PLEASER, and an easy DIY Loaf
Specialty Pasta and Rice Dishes...
DEVILED EGG PASTA SALAD - Church PotLuck Side Dish... This is a FANTASTIC side dish. Surprisingly tasty, creamy sweet and tangy pasta salad. Best served cold, travels well so PERFECT to bring for any POTLUCK DINNER! All the taste of Deviled Eggs added to the sauce!
Blue Cheese Olive Pasta
I am always looking for an easy to make, quick to make but still distinctively flavored pasta dish. THIS IS IT! Olives and Blue Cheese and a honey mustard fresh made vinaigrette will make this dish stand out on any table!
Grilled Vegetable Pesto Pasta
Summer vegetables and a fresh made summer mint basil pesto added to bow tie pasta makes a wonderful side dish. The inside work of making the pasta and mixing with the pesto is all done in advance. The vegetables can be prepped early and grilled in minutes (about 10 minutes, time for your meat to "rest"). All that's left is a quick rough dice and final mingle for a summer fresh meal! Starch and vegetables in one, a terrific weeknight meal.
BACON BACON BACON Spicy Jack Daniel's Mac and Cheese
LOADED with Bacon and seasoned with Jack Daniel's Whiskey. Now this is a grown up Macaroni and Cheese recipe that makes your table sing!!!
Cilantro Lime Rice
Shhh... Don't tell anyone, but here's the beloved recipe for a better version of Chipotle restaurant's Cilantro Lime Rice. Most of the secret recipe is in the name, but I make my rice with Chicken Stock in place of water, Adds a much richer flavor. Deserves to be BELOVED !
Spanish Rice with a Creamy Cheese Sauce
Delicious on it's own, creamy tender seasoned and flavored rice covered with a cheddar cheese sauce. But also an essential ingredient in ultimate chicken enchiladas
Chicken Fried Rice
well, not really, But it has all the flavor and ingredients for fried rice but still moist, tender and chewy! And so useful if you are making Chinese Take out at home, the blog post has the recipe for the rice and lots of links for recipes for take out made at home!
Specialty Vegetables...
Doritos Taco Corn Salad
This is a classic recipe from the 70's but still just as tasty and just as beloved as any side dish could be. Seasoned with crumbled Doritos Brand Taco chips... Plenty of spice, Flavored with Ranch Dressing... Plenty of flavor... All wrapped around delicious Sweet Corn. Making this a crowd favorite for any gathering!
Doritos "JACKED" Spicy Chipotle BBQ Corn Salad
The modern classic from the 70's Church Basement Pot Lucks gets a make over. Of course you can make the classic with Doritos Taco chips, but honestly, have you seen all the different flavors of Doritos lately? This "JACKED" Brand has so many layers of spices it becomes the colorful and tastiest dish on the plate! Really dresses up a lowly hot dog.
Roasted Red Pepper Relish (Salsa)
Farm fresh ingredients makes this a mid summer classic. Roasting brings out the natural sugars in the peppers, pairing with Earthy savory spices and tomatoes! I LOVE this as a dip or served as an accent (like pictured with Zucchini Fritters!
Fried Polenta Triangles with Roasted red pepper Relish
A delicious mix of textures and flavors. Outside is fried crispy while the insides are soft and creamy. Seasoned with fresh herbs and nutty cheese. The Relish is seasonally fresh and loaded with garden fresh ingredients. bright colorful addition to any gathering and MEMORABLY DELICIOUS!
Peach Salsa
I LOVE this side (appetizer with a bowl of chips or condiment). Fresh sweet, creamy and delicious. Just a little bit of heat from peppers but thise are soaked in the sweet juices of the peach. Just a wonderful combination of flavors. made easy and NOT SEASONAL with canned peaches so you can enjoy a bite of summer year round!
Cowboy Caviar (Relish)
Bright and colorful enough to look great on a family Potluck, Church social or neighborhood get together. Versions of this recipe are floating around. Some call this Texas Caviar (they use Black Eyed Peas). I changed mine up a bit, adding more Cowboy ingredients... Chili Beans, BBQ Sauce and additional BBQ friendly spices.
Giddy Up Flavors throughout!
Fast and Easy Chilled Sweet Corn Relish
It is a little bit country and a little bit ROCK AND ROLL... Sweet but with hints of spice. GREAT Side dish can be made ahead of time and EASY EASY EASY!
Honey Balsamic Braised Carrots with Salsa Verde
I have made this dish for years, but to be honest it was always just a little too bland to blog about. Just soft carrots. The addition of the Balsamic Vinegar and honey sauce adds a bit, but I finally hit on a total combination that makes the dish as full of flavors and as tasty as it looks... The addition of a spicy slightly sweet Salsa Verde (Salsa made with tomatillos) makes this a dish to remember!
Ramon Noodle Broccoli Cole Slaw
This is my most visited recipe page for a BBQ side dish. It is very very easy! The recipe calls for pre-packaged Ramon Noodles plus a pre-packaged broccoli slaw (easy to find in any grocery store). Add a few pantry staples and you have something new, colorful, tasty and a CROWD PLEASER!
Works great as a stand alone side dish but also makes a terrific slaw to top a Hamburger or Pork Chop Sandwich!
Parmesan Cole Slaw
This is a wonderful way to dress up a simple cheap bag of cole slaw mix. Sweet pickle relish, tart lemon hints and nutty Parmesan Cheese makes this a stand out for a summer dish!
Dijon Cole Slaw
My growing attempts to UPGRADE A STORE BOUGHT BAG OF COLE SLAW. This one is a great treat with more than hints of Dijon Mustard. Delicious and EASY
BETTER THAN KFC Cole Slaw - Kentucky Fried Chicken CopyCat Recipe
BBQ and Grilling Time Secret Extras Catering Side Dish Recipes... YEAP, you can have the MOST POPULAR COLE SLAW in your home! All MADE FAST AND EASY with bagged cole slaw. Just a few pantry staples and all teh texture and taste of Kentucky Fried Chicken is there!
Waldorf Salad Style Cole Slaw
This is a Bag of Cole Slaw upgrade. Simple and CHEAP turns into something Simple CHEAP and now DELICIOUS when the classic ingredients of a famous Waldorf Salad are combined with this easy simple and cheap bagged cole slaw upgrade
Heat and Sweet Corn Salsa
Balance... in life and in your seasonings Grasshopper.
This dish has sweet corn, salty tomatoes and enough heat from peppers to excite your taste buds. Of course the amount of heat is "to Taste", making this dish as HOT or as sweet as you like! Plus, works great as a topping for grilled salmon.
Island Lover Tropical Broccoli COLE SLAW
I LOVE LOVE LOVE this Broccoli Slaw recipe loaded with tropical sweet Mango and Pineapple flavors, colorful and a delight STAND OUT dish that makes a table beautiful (and tasty)!
Onion Tart via A Kitchen in France
BACON BACON BACON!!! A Combination Book Review and Recipe. The French kitchen of Blogger Mimi Thorisson is turned into a stunning book. Beautiful photographs and DOABLE Recipes. This Onion Tart, loaded with caramelized onions, sweetened with Honey and Balsamic and did I mention BACON! has become a new favorite side dish. Simple to make and a deliciously spectacular taste!
Onion Rings With a Secret Ingredient
FINALLY, this is the recipe for restaurant/bar quality onion rings at home... plenty of crunch and IDEAL! You can make 'em at home now, But there is a secret ingredient. Recipe (with the secret) in the pin!
Farmer's Market Grilled Vegetables with a Balsamic Reduction
Just a BIG OL' PLATE O' SLICED VEGGIES... Eggplant, Bell peppers, Scallions, Sweet Onions and Carrots. All the hints, tips and tricks to make these simple yet spectacular presentation a hit at your next BBQ. PLUS easy to follow BALSAMIC REDUCTION DIY Instructions!
Grilled Vegetable Stuffed Bell Peppers
The stuffing is butter soaked vegetables... corn, zucchini, tomatoes and onions all held together with cheese and bread crumbs and herbs... In other words, a delicious combination of summer flavors, with wonderful accent flavors that bring out an ideal texture mix, flavor mix and still makes that beautiful colored presentation.
Fennel, Onion, Tomato STUFFED PEPPERS
I simply LOVE these. Must cook with more fennel...These are a wonderful side dish. Unique flavors (Hey... FENNEL!), combine with simple seasonings for a beautiful side dish. Very easy to prepare (Saute the guts and slice and trim the peppers). Very easy to make (Heat in an oven or grill until the meat of the pepper has softened). They plate beautifully, wonderful colors. An incredible Earthy taste. ENJOY INDEED!!!
Lemony Cucumber and red Onion Salad
A crisp summer light salad, made special with lemon zest. There is just enough vinegar in this to lightly pickle the onions turning them sweet. This classic salad, at home in any Church basement pot luck gets a little dressing up. This is especially delicious as a light sweet dish to serve with something spicy.
Corn on the Cob with Garlic Lime Pepper Butter
Fresh corn is in season and this is my favorite way to serve. Pre-cooked on the stove top, then Cooked through on a grill with seasoned butter. Then finally garnished with a final brush of seasoned butter, lime juice and some cheese. EASY TO FOLLOW DIY instructions included for the flavored butter and SIMPLE cooking directions!
Broiled Corn on the Cob with Lemon Pepper Butter
The corn on the cob is at it's best. Seems every other street corner has a wagon of corn for sale, I just bought a dozen ears for only $3! Yeap, a quarter and ear. Who could ask for anything more?
Well, maybe add some interesting toppings. In this case, I was serving up some Lemonade with my BBQ. I just zested one of the lemons before squeezing into the 'aide. Mixed in some softened butter and added a LOT of pepper!
Green Beans with Craisins, Walnuts and Feta Cheese
Crispy crunchy green beans, Nutty Walnuts, Sweet juicy Craisins and the Earthy unique tastes of Feta Cheese all mixed and mingled with an easy to make Mustard Vinaigrette Dressing.
The whole dish, start to finish only takes 10 or 15 minutes to make. Delicious, Quick and EASY PEASY! A great combination for a busy Holiday Meal!
Holiday Green Beans and Cherry Tomatoes... EASIEST SPECTACULAR SIDE DISH EVER!
Garlic and more Garlic (and a little beans and tomatoes... but mostly GARLIC!)... In a healthy mood, doesn't mean you can't have pretty AND delicious. Fresh ingredients and cheese and a little garlic make this a real winner!
Craisin Cranberry Chutney (EASY DIY Sauce)
52 Holiday Side Dishes - I love this chunky Cranberry Sauce. So filled with flavors... Sweet Apples, Savory Onion, tart Cider Vinegar and the star fo the sauce, Sweet Craisins (dried Cranberries). All combined to give even the slurping sound of the canned stuff a run for it's money... Destined to be a GOTO Holiday treat! And all made VERY EASY With the dried Craisins in place of the raw cranberries!
Candy Bacon Wrapped Green Bean Bundles
Wrap Green beans in Bacon, Sprinkle brown sugar over them so the whole thing has a coating of Bacon Fat Caramel and you have something special. Perfect side for any big Holiday event, some big family gathering or whenever you want praise from our guests... THESE ARE FAST, EASY and WONDERFUL!
Candy Bacon Green Bean Stir Fry
This dish is SOOOOO Easy, Only FOUR Ingredients, but the taste will become a family special event favorite. The Beans are crisp quick fried in garlic and bacon with just a bit of brown sugar added to caramelize the whole dish! Tastes like vegetable candy and is AMAZING!!!
Ham and Green Beans Leftovers
52 Church PotLuck Holiday Leftover Ideas... There is "leftover" in the name but this is so good I;ll be making this any time i see a big slice of Ham on sale. There is a tart mustard and Worcestershire sauce covering everything, even some crispy caramelized onions over the top. A wonderful meal, low on meat but high on flavor. Just wish I had more leftovers to make another pan!
Goat Cheese Garlic Salsa Green Beans
I love this... The beans come hot off the grill, cooked in a grill pan (one of those pans with a bunch of holes in it). Then add medallions of goat cheese and all topped with colorful flavorful Garlic Tomato Salsa. Layers upon layers of flavor. Despite cooking the beans just before serving, all the hard work is done in advance. A GREAT SIDE!
Butternut Gratin via A Kitchen in France
Fantastic seasonal side dish, perfect for Christmas or Thanksgiving dinner alternative/addition to potatoes. A cheesy creamy soft ad tender with a crunchy crispy topping. It comes together very fast and easy. A wonderful presentation ... AND DELICIOUS!!!
Grandma's "OLD SCHOOL" Scalloped Potato Casserole
I love the "Old School", Grandma recipes. And why not? They have met the test of time with hundreds of thousands versions of this recipe served at hundreds of thousands of church basements!
There is a creamy gravy on the insides (if served right, the gravy is still bubbling right out of the oven). with a topping of crusty slightly crunchy top. A perfect mix of textures for your pallet.
Deceptively easy considering the BIG payoff in taste and popularity.
Sweet Potato Souffle with Maple Pecan Syrup
Delicious change of pace for ordinary sweet potatoes. Savory enough for a side dish (this was my contribution to the family Thanksgiving meal) yet sweet enough for a dessert! Soft and creamy like a custard but the edges bake into a cake texture. All topped off with sweetened male flavored pecans... NOT TO BE MISSED!
Outside the Box DRESSING
Outside the Box DRESSING... This savory flavorful colorful dish would fit in with any gathering, a Friendly PotLuck, Family event, Of course a Holiday meal and even though there is beer in the bread, the alcohol cooks out so of course this would be welcome at any Church PotLuck as well. Or how about just on a Tuesday night. This is easy, very little prep work, plenty of vegetables to make this an all around side dish...just add a pork chop (or sliced Rotisserie Chicken)!
Sweet Root Beer Baked Beans in a Crock Pot
Super EASY Made in a Crock Pot Slow Cooker, these Baked Beans are just a little spicy, but wrapped in a Sweet Toot Beer reduction thick, rich gravy. I had this at a big BBQ with lots of kids and family. Was a HUGE hit. Sweet enough that the kids gobbled 'em and so filled with flavors the Dads went crazy for 'em. A CROWD PLEASER!!!
Smoked Pulled Pork and Beans
Beans Beans Beans... The magical Fruit! The more you eat the more you want! Beans and BBQ just seem to go together. Plus when cooked on the grill, adds moisture making our meat better. This is loaded with meat and a deep rich sweet gravy... I Just Loves me Beans!
Single Wide Trailer Park AWESOME
Smoked Pork and Beans and BEER!
Yes indeed, has a bottle of beer, which actually serves a purpose. Positioning the bean pot correctly allows the beer to simmer and add steam to the cooking chamber allowing your ribs or pork to stay moist. But even without this "extra", the beans are fantastic. Two kinds of beans sweetened with sorghum and molasses and brown sugar plus lots of extras will have people leave talking about your beans!!!
WORLD's BEST BEANS
And I do indeed mean BEST... LOADED with BACON BACON BACON, and seasoned with a spicy Texas Steak Sauce. A THICK Rich gravy and three types of beans. Sounds complicated, but easy to DIY and a fantastic way to have your guests proclaiming you the master of your domain as you rule the backyard BBQ! Make a BIG BATCH and freeze the extras! Perfect for large groups, Church Socials, a Family get together and just to show off!
Baked Parmesan Polenta with Garlic Basil Pesto...
Added into the polenta is a handful of nutty flavored salty Parmesan Cheese. Then everything gets topped with a dollop of Garlic and Basil flavored Pesto. Even more parmesan and even more nutty flavor.
It has an exotic texture and taste, yet is incredibly EASY to make. Polenta and Pesto recipes included
Fried Polenta Triangles with Roasted red pepper Relish
A delicious mix of textures and flavors. Outside is fried crispy while the insides are soft and creamy. Seasoned with fresh herbs and nutty cheese. The Relish is seasonally fresh and loaded with garden fresh ingredients. bright colorful addition to any gathering and MEMORABLY DELICIOUS!
Creamy Dilly Broccoli Slaw
Shhhhhh - Don't tell anyone but this is about as easy as it gets. I used a bag of pre cut Broccoli Slaw, added the extras and seasoned with herbs and made it pretty with a little red and green garnish. Hands on work, maybe 5 minutes, but the dish is WONDERFUL! Creamy Herbal Deliciousness with the illusion of lots more work than it was, a Perfect BBQ, PotLuck Side Dish Salad
Specialty Breads...
Savory Bread Pudding-Red Lobster Copy Cat Garlic Biscuits
A seriously fantastic little side dish or a surprising lunch. The copy cat recipe for the Red Lobster biscuits is included in the post, Good enough on their own, but wait til you make this cheesy milky creamy BREAD PUDDING! fantastic
Red Lobster Copy Cat Garlic Cheesy Biscuits
For many, the best part of a trip to Red Lobster restaurants starts at the basket of rolls... Sweet, creamy, tender and flaky Buttery soft, Cheesy salty and delicious! Here's the copy cat recipe that you can now make at home... EASY ANYONE CAN DO IT!
Yorkshire Pudding
A bit of a history lesson and a simple DIY recipe that litterally turns kitchen scraps into a delicious crispy crunchy (outside) yet smooth and silky pudding (inside). A delicious Side Dish for the holidays and EASY DIY!
Cheddar Cheese Buttermilk CornBread
Oh BOY Scratch made CORNBREAD! But not just any cornbread, this is loaded with corn, onions, and even a little jalapeno peppers. There is even more than a cup of REAL Corn in the Cornbread! Cheesy and amazingly moist (that's the buttermilk) and you have something special. Not the dry bland box mix. Takes only a few minutes more but SO MUCH WORTH THE EXTRA DIY EFFORT!
Cheddar Broccoli Corn Bread
Don't let the Broccoli in the title scare you, this is the BEST Cornbread recipe you will ever eat. A regional North Carolina Classic. Probably no Southern PotLuck in the last 50 years has been without at least one pan of this.
The secret as every Southern Belle Or want to be Southern Belle knows is the Cottage Cheese in the recipe. Makes the usually dry Corn Bread sweet and creamy instead.
Chorizo Sausage and Apple Dressing (never Stuffing)
YUM! Mexican seasoned sausage, sweetened with cooked apples. This is a one dish meal (heavy cast iron skillet) that makes holidays easy and TASTY! Wide open skillet guarantees extra crispy crunchy bits while the center is always moist and delicious. MY FAVORITE DRESSING RECIPE EVER!
Roasted Garlic Savory DRESSING
Holiday Side Dishes... Boy do I live DRESSING! Really a version of a savory Bread Pudding. This is my favorite. Sweet Roasted garlic throughout, hints of Cajun spices, Savory Onions and extra ingredients. Easily adaptable so you can add your Funny Uncles "MUST HAVE" ingredient but will remain a family favorite... LOVE THE SWEET ROASTED GARLIC!
Garlic Toast... Cheap and Easy for a CROWD!
Sure sounds simple (AND IT IS), but this DIY is designed for when you need to make a LOT for a hungry crowd. Cost effective, EASY and QUICK. Turn a dollar and a quarter French Baguette into 20-25 slices of garlic-y Herbal Italian goodness!
Herb Cheese Beer Bread - The Easiest of all Breads
And indeed, beer bread is the easiest of all breads to make. And this one is LOADED with herbal hints and the fantastic Beer and Cheddar combination!
Garlic Parmesan (And a Little Cajun) Bread
This is a terrific bread, PERFECT for dipping in a winter soup. The bread has Parmesan Cheese AND two garlic flavors built in. Plenty of flavor and a good solid crumb to hold together in the soup! AND ALL MADE EASY WITH A BREAD MACHINE DOING THE HARD WORK!
Anadama Rolls Bread Machine EASY
Holiday Side Dishes... These are a legend in certain parts of the country and a delicious MUST MAKE Bread recipe for my Holiday Table. The rolls are sweetened with Molasses made dense and chewy with Corn Meal and just a tad fluffy yeast raised texture. AND ALL MADE EASY WITH YOUR HANDY DANDY BREAD MACHINE DOING THE Mixing, Kneading and First Rise! EASY DIY DELIGHT!
Bread Machine SOURDOUGH BREAD
Includes a formula for making your starter... WILDLY SUPERIOR TASTE to store bought. YES, it does take extra time, effort and storage space in your fridge but this will become a weekly amazing side for your family table! EASY and worth the effort!
Walnut Pesto Flatbread Mini-Bite Appetizer
A wonderful little appetizer. Like a little pizza. Stuffing is a simple to make Pesto filled with herbal nutty cheesy flavors and a fresh tomato slice. These are top rate beautiful to serve at a party but easy enough to slap together just for a special watch party for one person. Love these!
Specialty Salads...
Black Bean and Quinoa Salad
I turned to the latest SUPERFOOD, Quinoa for this recipe and it tasted wonderful. FUll of different tastes and textures. It was a HUGE hit, beautiful colors and unless you think about it you would never know how good for you it is. Sweetened with a touch of honey... This one is a MUST make!
Mixed Greens with Apple, Grapes, Craisins, Walnuts
With a Fresh Made Apple Vinaigrette
A classic example of turning something simple like a bag of lettuce greens into something special. And the recipe for the fresh made Jam Jar Vinaigrette is so simple and will personalize the taste even more. Lots of variety of tastes and textures and DELICIOUS-ness!
One Peachy Pasta Spinach Salad
Beautiful Colors... Amazing mix of tastes and textures. A wonderful crowd pleasing salad loaded with summer tastes that you can have year round. The easy to make shaker jar Honey Peach Vinaigrette, flavors both the pasta and the spinach adding a ONE-TWO PUNCH of Peach flavor to the entire dish! DIYing this is as simple as opening a bag, a can and a box. Only cooking involved is the pasta. The Vinaigrette takes seconds to measure and just a minute or two of shaking.
Grilled Romaine Lettuce Salad
Really... GRILLED LETTUCE! and it changes the nature of the lettuce. The heat brings out the natural sugars of the lettuce. They were always there, just hard to taste. Plus, BEAUTIFUL GRILL MARKS. takes only a couple of minutes and becomes something special and memorable. This is what grill masters do!
Pea and Bacon Salad - Old School Side Dish
Here's another June Cleaver style 50's Church Basement Nostalgia recipe. Goosed up a bit with a few extra ingredients, but a version of this has been around for decades. Wonderful served cold, easy to transport. Deliciously easy to make (only cooking is the eggs and bacon, other than that it is an open, measure and mix recipe). Tastes Great, Easy to Make and may be one of those perfect PotLuck dishes for any pass a plate occasion!
Massaged Kale Salad... LOADED with bright summer flavors
You may think that raw kale is too rough to make a raw salad... you would be wrong. The trick is the massage (details in the post). Then just fill up with summery extras like orange slices, tomatoes, onions, craisons... you name it. This is cut, massaged and ready in advance but is also very dramatic to prepare table side. Once the Kale is massaged into tenderness, assembles in a minute. Also includes a simple vinaigrette recipe.
Grilled Romaine Lettuce Salad
Really... GRILLED LETTUCE! and it changes the nature of the lettuce. The heat brings out the natural sugars of the lettuce. They were always there, just hard to taste. Plus, BEAUTIFUL GRILL MARKS. takes only a couple of minutes and becomes something special and memorable. This is what grill masters do!
Dressed Up Mixed Green Salad with Hazelnuts
WITH Jam Jar Honey Vinaigrette recipe... I love this salad for a group event... The mixed greens has an exotic look, combined with Apples, Hazelnuts, slightly pickled Onions and a fresh made Honey Mustard Vinaigrette combine for a beautiful tasty and unusual salad. PLUS, makes a great topping for a grilled fish!
Creamy Dilly Broccoli Slaw
Shhhhhh - Don't tell anyone but this is about as easy as it gets. I used a bag of pre cut Broccoli Slaw, added the extras and seasoned with herbs and made it pretty with a little red and green garnish. Hands on work, maybe 5 minutes, but the dish is WONDERFUL! Creamy Herbal Deliciousness with the illusion of lots more work than it was, a Perfect BBQ, PotLuck Side Dish Salad
Hawaiian ColeSlaw - Tropically Sweet
Another incredibly EASY ColeSlaw recipe using all pre-packaged materials... Just mix, chill and eat. There are wonderful exotic flavors unusual for a slaw... Sweet candy cherries, Mandarin Oranges and Pineapple. Use as a topping for a BBQ Sandwich or as a side dish. People LOVE THIS! AND EASY EASY EASY!
Honey Apple and Cheddar ColeSlaw
ColeSlaw is GREAT (except for all the bad ones I have tasted). Too much vinegar, too much Mayonnaise, too... something). This is the best (and EASIEST) I have ever made. A little sweet, a lot crunchy and extra creamy. Just the right amount of wet ingredients and the secret to too much vinegar is to add a little sugar as needed. GREAT TASTING and EASY!!!
Waldorf Salad Style Cole Slaw
This is a Bag of Cole Slaw upgrade. Simple and CHEAP turns into something Simple CHEAP and now DELICIOUS when the classic ingredients of a famous Waldorf Salad are combined with this easy simple and cheap bagged cole slaw
Island Lover Tropical COLE SLAW
I LOVE this upgrade for an inexpensive bag of cole slaw you can buy at about any grocery store. Tropical sweet Mango and Pineapple added to a mayo based vinaigrette makes this SHINE!
Watermelon, Tomato and Onion and Feta Summer Salad
Cool, Sweet, Crunchy, Savory mix of summer tastes. Comes together in MINUTES - FAST EASY And Summer DELICIOUSNESS in a bowl! Fresh and unique summer take along salad!
Panzanella Beer Bread and Tomato Salad
Beer Bread is PERFECT for any out door BBQ, the bread is dense, the alcohol cooks out (NO ALCOHOL), leaving a bread flavored with Hops and Malts and stays texturally ideal for this salad of fresh tomatoes, onions, peppers all marinated in a Honey Mustard Vinaigrette! The salad is BEST when made several hours in advance leaving time free for Grilling meat!
Tomato Salad with Roasted Garlic, Olives and
Pearl Mozzarella Balls
Fresh Tomatoes highlight this crisp seasonal specialty (although if you select carefully, year round tasty tomatoes are available). Nothing like a really fresh tomato salad! A little zipped up version of a Caprese Salad! FRESH, LOCAL AND DELICIOUS!
Ramon Noodle Asian Salad
It is FAST to put together. Total kitchen hands on time, about 15 minutes. It is EASY to put together. This is a matter of opening a few bags. It TRAVELS WELL and actually TASTE BEST WHEN MADE IN ADVANCE. Which leads to ... Delicious! Hints of Asia, lots of greens (even well hidden Broccoli), Salty, Sweet from the sugar, A little crunchy for texture and ... Well... DELICIOUS!
Ramon Noodle Broccoli Cole Slaw
This is my most visited recipe page for a BBQ side dish. It is very very easy! The recipe calls for pre-packaged Ramon Noodles plus a pre-packaged broccoli slaw (easy to find in any grocery store). Add a few pantry staples and you have something new, colorful, tasty and a CROWD PLEASER!
Works great as a stand alone side dish but also makes a terrific slaw to top a Hamburger or Pork Chop Sandwich!
BACON BACON BACON Slaw with Crunchy Ramon Noodles
In addition to the BACON BACON BACON, there is a surprising secret ingredient. This is an AMAZING dish that will surprise and PLEASE!
Guaranteed!
QUICK and EASY Pesto Pasta with Peas
And I do mean QUICK and EASY... 20 minute side dish, uses jarred Pesto sauce and just a few pantry staples. This pasta salad works as a cold salad or fresh hot. The recipe comes with hints and tips for a perfect pasta every time! Enjoy indeed
DEVILED EGG PASTA SALAD - Church PotLuck Side Dish... This is a FANTASTIC side dish. Surprisingly tasty, creamy sweet and tangy pasta salad. Best served cold, travels well so PERFECT to bring for any POTLUCK DINNER! All the taste of Deviled Eggs added to the sauce!
Fast And Easy RANCH Mac and Cheese
Deliciously EASY. just cook the pasta, meanwhile heat, mix and finally eat... Amazingly fast... It only takes minutes to cook the pasta and the same minutes to mix up the cheese sauce. Everyone loves the taste of ranch dressing. Now you get that same hint of flavor in this side dish. Creamy, cheesy, fast, easy and delicious! A perfect side dish.
Creamy Pasta Pea Salad
I LOVE this recipe, Creamy Sweet Cheese-y Pasta with beautiful colorful snappy sweet peas. All seasoned to perfection. Served cold or at room temperature, the perfect addition to any party, large get together, family function, Church Social or PotLuck. EASY to make, best when made well in advance (day before DIY Dishes are the best for time management). Plus makes a Vegetarian main dish option when needed.
Spinach and Artichoke Hearts Dip Mac and Cheese
Everyone loves Mac and Cheese. And this one rates up there with the best. The flavor combination comes from a likely spot... The famous Spinach and Artichoke Hearts Dip. Made famous in countless Happy Hour menus and deservedly so. Delicious.
Very easy to make, the sauce takes just about as much time as it does to cook up the pasta. Reheats very well. Best to add an extra bit of whole milk just before reheating.
Italian Deli Pasta Salad
Like the name says... ITALIAN DELI. Salami, Spicy Brown Mustard (Vinaigrette), pickled veggies and all the flavors of a deli (even the smell)! Served cold, comes together fast, travels well (perfect "take along" dish). Great for a backyard BBQ or for a family/church PotLuck!
Doritos Taco Corn Salad
This is a classic recipe from the 70's but still just as tasty and just as beloved as any side dish could be. Seasoned with crumbled Doritos Brand Taco chips... Plenty of spice, Flavored with Ranch Dressing... Plenty of flavor... All wrapped around delicious Sweet Corn. Making this a crowd favorite for any gathering!
Creamed Corn Succotash With Sugar Snap Peas
OH BOY - SUCCOTASH !!! Except, great name, so much fun to say but, excuse me, but I still HATE Lima Beans. Dress 'em up and cal them edamame if you like, but I still channel my inner 6 year olds and refuse to eat my Lima Beans (even in that veggie salad with the great name). So... Simple enough, for this recipe I added Sugar Snap Peas in place of the traditional Lima Beans and Viola (insert that popping sound when you slap your hand against your open mouth)... A Succotash everyone LOVES!
Cowboy Cornbread Trifle - A Savory BACON Side Dish!
Such a Winner... A BEAUTIFUL PRESENTATION of layers of Ranch Seasoned Mayonnaise on top of Smoked Cheddar Cheese on top of a Cowboy Salsa of beans, tomatoes, onions and more... PLUS BACON BACON BACON! This one got Ooohs and Aaahs and was GOBBLED UP!
"Old School" Dressed Up Mustard Potato Salad
This is a very basic mustard based potato salad. Name the church basement affair for the last hundred years and you probably have seen this served.BUT... Add some BACON )of course for extra flavor, celery and onions for crunch, eggs and chives for color and panache and just a touch of your favorite BBQ sauce for even more flavor (and panache) and this is not your 100 year old recipe.
Old School indeed, just a little bit extra dressing up!
Cheddar Cheese Potato Salad
It is a winner in every sense. Always popular whenever I serve it. has all the classic ingredients, yellow mustard, hard cooked eggs and onions. But it gets all dressed up with the Salad Sprinkle, the Sharp Cheddar, Red Skinned potatoes (leave the skin on, better for you but also adds to the beauty). It also gets a zippy addition with a dollop of BBQ sauce. THE BETTER Mousetrap... Um POTATO SALAD!
Bacon Ranch Loaded Potato Salad
OH BOY! LOADED INDEED!!! And that tangy taste of Ranch Dressing (Double zinged with Ranch Dip Packets and even more Ranch Salad Dressing added to the mix! Sharp Cheddar Cheese mixed throughout and beautiful colorful Earthy Green Onions to add flavor and eye appeal... And of course BACON BACON BACON!
Sweet/Heat Pickled Potato Salad
This is an unusual and POPULAR take on a more traditional mustard yellow potato salad. Sweet Bread and Butter Pickles (and the brine) add a sweet vinegar taste while the optional Jalapeno Peppers and even more optional Tabasco Sauce adds that HEAT that sets this apart from the rest.
Grilled Mustard Aioli Potato Salad
This is my NEW FAVORITE! The parboiled potatoes are coated in a mustard flavored mayonnaise and then grilled to a crusty charred perfection. Leaving a crunchy crispy coating over fluffy soft potato. Add a few herbs and BACON and this becomes my very favorite POTATO SALAD! Easy Fun and DELICIOUS!!!
Yukon Gold Corn and Potato Salad
What a FANTASTIC mix of flavors... Sweet Corn added to potatoes. Toss in Sweet pepper slices (or Jalapeno if you like). Add a zesty BBQ slash HONEY slash Vinaigrette and the whole thing becomes a beautiful side dish, unusual mix of colors and tastes. NO MAYO, so perfect for BBQ or big Family Dinners... or POTLUCKS!
"Old School" Yellow Mustard Potato Salad
52 Church PotLuck Side Dishes... The old school recipe my Mother-In-Law served up for decades (nearly a century). Pickles, mustard and taters with just a few easy pantry items. This is your Grannies recipe!
It's a basic Fried potato recipe, gussied up with some fresh rosemary and quality Olive Oil makes it the best around. Basic does not mean ordinary
My Holiday Tradition - 52 Breakfast Recipes. Latkes are all around... Europe (and Kansas). Often by a different name, from Ireland to Russia... Sweden all the way south to Africa, all claim this dish as their own. Me, I discovered them in a New York Deli back in the 80's and have loved them ever since... So simple and nostalgic for me. Just a simple DIY DELICIOUS Potato Pancake with lots of history
Here's your Grandma's classic recipe complete with the toasted marshmallow topping (and some candied pecans as well). Just like Grandma makes, sweet and creamy and delicious!
52 Holiday Side Dish Recipes... Really, hints of Lemon, Fennel (my favorite underused ingredient), Onion and Garlic, thickened to perfection and even a little extra spice added. This will please even the most finicky Uncle. Gravy- That MUST MAKE IT RIGHT side dish. Try this... NEVER FAILS ALWAYS AMAZING! with plenty of hints tips and rescue ideas!
All the flavors of that classic appetizer... Loaded Potato Skins... Instant Potato Flakes makes this soft and a great "crumb" for sandwiches. Sour Cream adds extra moisture with a hint of that snappy flavor. BACON BACON BACON... YOU BET! Chives for a hint of Savory Onion flavor! And all made easy with a Bread Machine doing all of the work of mixing, kneading and the first rise. This a real CROWD PLEASER, and an easy DIY Loaf
Specialty Pasta and Rice Dishes...
I am always looking for an easy to make, quick to make but still distinctively flavored pasta dish. THIS IS IT! Olives and Blue Cheese and a honey mustard fresh made vinaigrette will make this dish stand out on any table!
Summer vegetables and a fresh made summer mint basil pesto added to bow tie pasta makes a wonderful side dish. The inside work of making the pasta and mixing with the pesto is all done in advance. The vegetables can be prepped early and grilled in minutes (about 10 minutes, time for your meat to "rest"). All that's left is a quick rough dice and final mingle for a summer fresh meal! Starch and vegetables in one, a terrific weeknight meal.
LOADED with Bacon and seasoned with Jack Daniel's Whiskey. Now this is a grown up Macaroni and Cheese recipe that makes your table sing!!!
Shhh... Don't tell anyone, but here's the beloved recipe for a better version of Chipotle restaurant's Cilantro Lime Rice. Most of the secret recipe is in the name, but I make my rice with Chicken Stock in place of water, Adds a much richer flavor. Deserves to be BELOVED !
Delicious on it's own, creamy tender seasoned and flavored rice covered with a cheddar cheese sauce. But also an essential ingredient in ultimate chicken enchiladas
well, not really, But it has all the flavor and ingredients for fried rice but still moist, tender and chewy! And so useful if you are making Chinese Take out at home, the blog post has the recipe for the rice and lots of links for recipes for take out made at home!
Specialty Vegetables...
A MILLION dollar recipe with a two MILLION dollar presentation. LOTS of vegetables soaked in a creamy rich Alfredo sauce with a BEAUTIFUL presentation of flaky buttermilk biscuits!
This is a classic recipe from the 70's but still just as tasty and just as beloved as any side dish could be. Seasoned with crumbled Doritos Brand Taco chips... Plenty of spice, Flavored with Ranch Dressing... Plenty of flavor... All wrapped around delicious Sweet Corn. Making this a crowd favorite for any gathering!
The modern classic from the 70's Church Basement Pot Lucks gets a make over. Of course you can make the classic with Doritos Taco chips, but honestly, have you seen all the different flavors of Doritos lately? This "JACKED" Brand has so many layers of spices it becomes the colorful and tastiest dish on the plate! Really dresses up a lowly hot dog.
Farm fresh ingredients makes this a mid summer classic. Roasting brings out the natural sugars in the peppers, pairing with Earthy savory spices and tomatoes! I LOVE this as a dip or served as an accent (like pictured with Zucchini Fritters!
A delicious mix of textures and flavors. Outside is fried crispy while the insides are soft and creamy. Seasoned with fresh herbs and nutty cheese. The Relish is seasonally fresh and loaded with garden fresh ingredients. bright colorful addition to any gathering and MEMORABLY DELICIOUS!
I LOVE this side (appetizer with a bowl of chips or condiment). Fresh sweet, creamy and delicious. Just a little bit of heat from peppers but thise are soaked in the sweet juices of the peach. Just a wonderful combination of flavors. made easy and NOT SEASONAL with canned peaches so you can enjoy a bite of summer year round!
Bright and colorful enough to look great on a family Potluck, Church social or neighborhood get together. Versions of this recipe are floating around. Some call this Texas Caviar (they use Black Eyed Peas). I changed mine up a bit, adding more Cowboy ingredients... Chili Beans, BBQ Sauce and additional BBQ friendly spices.
Giddy Up Flavors throughout!
It is a little bit country and a little bit ROCK AND ROLL... Sweet but with hints of spice. GREAT Side dish can be made ahead of time and EASY EASY EASY!
I have made this dish for years, but to be honest it was always just a little too bland to blog about. Just soft carrots. The addition of the Balsamic Vinegar and honey sauce adds a bit, but I finally hit on a total combination that makes the dish as full of flavors and as tasty as it looks... The addition of a spicy slightly sweet Salsa Verde (Salsa made with tomatillos) makes this a dish to remember!
This is my most visited recipe page for a BBQ side dish. It is very very easy! The recipe calls for pre-packaged Ramon Noodles plus a pre-packaged broccoli slaw (easy to find in any grocery store). Add a few pantry staples and you have something new, colorful, tasty and a CROWD PLEASER!
Works great as a stand alone side dish but also makes a terrific slaw to top a Hamburger or Pork Chop Sandwich!
This is a wonderful way to dress up a simple cheap bag of cole slaw mix. Sweet pickle relish, tart lemon hints and nutty Parmesan Cheese makes this a stand out for a summer dish!
My growing attempts to UPGRADE A STORE BOUGHT BAG OF COLE SLAW. This one is a great treat with more than hints of Dijon Mustard. Delicious and EASY
BBQ and Grilling Time Secret Extras Catering Side Dish Recipes... YEAP, you can have the MOST POPULAR COLE SLAW in your home! All MADE FAST AND EASY with bagged cole slaw. Just a few pantry staples and all teh texture and taste of Kentucky Fried Chicken is there!
This is a Bag of Cole Slaw upgrade. Simple and CHEAP turns into something Simple CHEAP and now DELICIOUS when the classic ingredients of a famous Waldorf Salad are combined with this easy simple and cheap bagged cole slaw upgrade
Heat and Sweet Corn SalsaBalance... in life and in your seasonings Grasshopper.
This dish has sweet corn, salty tomatoes and enough heat from peppers to excite your taste buds. Of course the amount of heat is "to Taste", making this dish as HOT or as sweet as you like! Plus, works great as a topping for grilled salmon.
I LOVE LOVE LOVE this Broccoli Slaw recipe loaded with tropical sweet Mango and Pineapple flavors, colorful and a delight STAND OUT dish that makes a table beautiful (and tasty)!
BACON BACON BACON!!! A Combination Book Review and Recipe. The French kitchen of Blogger Mimi Thorisson is turned into a stunning book. Beautiful photographs and DOABLE Recipes. This Onion Tart, loaded with caramelized onions, sweetened with Honey and Balsamic and did I mention BACON! has become a new favorite side dish. Simple to make and a deliciously spectacular taste!
FINALLY, this is the recipe for restaurant/bar quality onion rings at home... plenty of crunch and IDEAL! You can make 'em at home now, But there is a secret ingredient. Recipe (with the secret) in the pin!
Just a BIG OL' PLATE O' SLICED VEGGIES... Eggplant, Bell peppers, Scallions, Sweet Onions and Carrots. All the hints, tips and tricks to make these simple yet spectacular presentation a hit at your next BBQ. PLUS easy to follow BALSAMIC REDUCTION DIY Instructions!
The stuffing is butter soaked vegetables... corn, zucchini, tomatoes and onions all held together with cheese and bread crumbs and herbs... In other words, a delicious combination of summer flavors, with wonderful accent flavors that bring out an ideal texture mix, flavor mix and still makes that beautiful colored presentation.
I simply LOVE these. Must cook with more fennel...These are a wonderful side dish. Unique flavors (Hey... FENNEL!), combine with simple seasonings for a beautiful side dish. Very easy to prepare (Saute the guts and slice and trim the peppers). Very easy to make (Heat in an oven or grill until the meat of the pepper has softened). They plate beautifully, wonderful colors. An incredible Earthy taste. ENJOY INDEED!!!
I LOVE this recipe, two types of melty cheese, deep flavored beer, made creamy with sour cream and pretty with spinach (and the illusion of healthy) and "beefed" up with Brown Rice for a delicious Vegetarian Side Dish fit for a special occasion (or a wonderful lunch!
Lemony Cucumber and red Onion SaladA crisp summer light salad, made special with lemon zest. There is just enough vinegar in this to lightly pickle the onions turning them sweet. This classic salad, at home in any Church basement pot luck gets a little dressing up. This is especially delicious as a light sweet dish to serve with something spicy.
Fresh corn is in season and this is my favorite way to serve. Pre-cooked on the stove top, then Cooked through on a grill with seasoned butter. Then finally garnished with a final brush of seasoned butter, lime juice and some cheese. EASY TO FOLLOW DIY instructions included for the flavored butter and SIMPLE cooking directions!
The corn on the cob is at it's best. Seems every other street corner has a wagon of corn for sale, I just bought a dozen ears for only $3! Yeap, a quarter and ear. Who could ask for anything more?
Well, maybe add some interesting toppings. In this case, I was serving up some Lemonade with my BBQ. I just zested one of the lemons before squeezing into the 'aide. Mixed in some softened butter and added a LOT of pepper!
Crispy crunchy green beans, Nutty Walnuts, Sweet juicy Craisins and the Earthy unique tastes of Feta Cheese all mixed and mingled with an easy to make Mustard Vinaigrette Dressing.
The whole dish, start to finish only takes 10 or 15 minutes to make. Delicious, Quick and EASY PEASY! A great combination for a busy Holiday Meal!
Garlic and more Garlic (and a little beans and tomatoes... but mostly GARLIC!)... In a healthy mood, doesn't mean you can't have pretty AND delicious. Fresh ingredients and cheese and a little garlic make this a real winner!
52 Holiday Side Dishes - I love this chunky Cranberry Sauce. So filled with flavors... Sweet Apples, Savory Onion, tart Cider Vinegar and the star fo the sauce, Sweet Craisins (dried Cranberries). All combined to give even the slurping sound of the canned stuff a run for it's money... Destined to be a GOTO Holiday treat! And all made VERY EASY With the dried Craisins in place of the raw cranberries!
Wrap Green beans in Bacon, Sprinkle brown sugar over them so the whole thing has a coating of Bacon Fat Caramel and you have something special. Perfect side for any big Holiday event, some big family gathering or whenever you want praise from our guests... THESE ARE FAST, EASY and WONDERFUL!
This dish is SOOOOO Easy, Only FOUR Ingredients, but the taste will become a family special event favorite. The Beans are crisp quick fried in garlic and bacon with just a bit of brown sugar added to caramelize the whole dish! Tastes like vegetable candy and is AMAZING!!!
52 Church PotLuck Holiday Leftover Ideas... There is "leftover" in the name but this is so good I;ll be making this any time i see a big slice of Ham on sale. There is a tart mustard and Worcestershire sauce covering everything, even some crispy caramelized onions over the top. A wonderful meal, low on meat but high on flavor. Just wish I had more leftovers to make another pan!
I love this... The beans come hot off the grill, cooked in a grill pan (one of those pans with a bunch of holes in it). Then add medallions of goat cheese and all topped with colorful flavorful Garlic Tomato Salsa. Layers upon layers of flavor. Despite cooking the beans just before serving, all the hard work is done in advance. A GREAT SIDE!
Fantastic seasonal side dish, perfect for Christmas or Thanksgiving dinner alternative/addition to potatoes. A cheesy creamy soft ad tender with a crunchy crispy topping. It comes together very fast and easy. A wonderful presentation ... AND DELICIOUS!!!
I love the "Old School", Grandma recipes. And why not? They have met the test of time with hundreds of thousands versions of this recipe served at hundreds of thousands of church basements!
There is a creamy gravy on the insides (if served right, the gravy is still bubbling right out of the oven). with a topping of crusty slightly crunchy top. A perfect mix of textures for your pallet.
Deceptively easy considering the BIG payoff in taste and popularity.
Delicious change of pace for ordinary sweet potatoes. Savory enough for a side dish (this was my contribution to the family Thanksgiving meal) yet sweet enough for a dessert! Soft and creamy like a custard but the edges bake into a cake texture. All topped off with sweetened male flavored pecans... NOT TO BE MISSED!
Outside the Box DRESSING... This savory flavorful colorful dish would fit in with any gathering, a Friendly PotLuck, Family event, Of course a Holiday meal and even though there is beer in the bread, the alcohol cooks out so of course this would be welcome at any Church PotLuck as well. Or how about just on a Tuesday night. This is easy, very little prep work, plenty of vegetables to make this an all around side dish...just add a pork chop (or sliced Rotisserie Chicken)!
Super EASY Made in a Crock Pot Slow Cooker, these Baked Beans are just a little spicy, but wrapped in a Sweet Toot Beer reduction thick, rich gravy. I had this at a big BBQ with lots of kids and family. Was a HUGE hit. Sweet enough that the kids gobbled 'em and so filled with flavors the Dads went crazy for 'em. A CROWD PLEASER!!!
Beans Beans Beans... The magical Fruit! The more you eat the more you want! Beans and BBQ just seem to go together. Plus when cooked on the grill, adds moisture making our meat better. This is loaded with meat and a deep rich sweet gravy... I Just Loves me Beans!
Smoked Pork and Beans and BEER!
Yes indeed, has a bottle of beer, which actually serves a purpose. Positioning the bean pot correctly allows the beer to simmer and add steam to the cooking chamber allowing your ribs or pork to stay moist. But even without this "extra", the beans are fantastic. Two kinds of beans sweetened with sorghum and molasses and brown sugar plus lots of extras will have people leave talking about your beans!!!
And I do indeed mean BEST... LOADED with BACON BACON BACON, and seasoned with a spicy Texas Steak Sauce. A THICK Rich gravy and three types of beans. Sounds complicated, but easy to DIY and a fantastic way to have your guests proclaiming you the master of your domain as you rule the backyard BBQ! Make a BIG BATCH and freeze the extras! Perfect for large groups, Church Socials, a Family get together and just to show off!
Added into the polenta is a handful of nutty flavored salty Parmesan Cheese. Then everything gets topped with a dollop of Garlic and Basil flavored Pesto. Even more parmesan and even more nutty flavor.
It has an exotic texture and taste, yet is incredibly EASY to make. Polenta and Pesto recipes included
A delicious mix of textures and flavors. Outside is fried crispy while the insides are soft and creamy. Seasoned with fresh herbs and nutty cheese. The Relish is seasonally fresh and loaded with garden fresh ingredients. bright colorful addition to any gathering and MEMORABLY DELICIOUS!
Shhhhhh - Don't tell anyone but this is about as easy as it gets. I used a bag of pre cut Broccoli Slaw, added the extras and seasoned with herbs and made it pretty with a little red and green garnish. Hands on work, maybe 5 minutes, but the dish is WONDERFUL! Creamy Herbal Deliciousness with the illusion of lots more work than it was, a Perfect BBQ, PotLuck Side Dish Salad
This is such a handy dish. First the garlic is roasted in advance, bringing out the natural sweetness. But there are jalapeno peppers (to taste) to increase the heat. Heat and sweet and fresh ingredients like tomatoes and onions and herbs and you have a dip for an appetizer or a FANTASTIC topping for steak or seafood... BTW, this has a secret ingredient seasoning that makes those tomatoes really sing!
Peach Salsa
I LOVE this side (appetizer with a bowl of chips or condiment). Fresh sweet, creamy and delicious. Just a little bit of heat from peppers but these are soaked in the sweet juices of the peach. Just a wonderful combination of flavors. made easy and NOT SEASONAL with canned peaches so you can enjoy a bite of summer year round!
Snow Peas, Cherry Tomatoes, Parmesan Cheese and Garlic!
This side is SOOOO easy and SOOOO Fast! Garlic infused oil (Directions to make are in the post) is poured on the vegetables and then using a grill pan (those pans with holes in em) and in the time it takes meat to "rest", the side is finished.
Fresh, delicious and nutritious... And makes a very colorful summery side!
Grilled Sweet Potatoes, Cherry Tomatoes and Fennel!
I love Fennel! This dish uses a grill pan (those pans with holes in em). the sweet potatoes are par-baked but finished on the grill. A bright combination of colors... A delicious mix of unique tastes make this an ideal side dish! Something unique when you get tired of corn on the cob.
Garlic Snow Peas Cherry Tomatoes and Parmesan Cheese
This is my favorite side dish. it has some OMG Coloring going on that makes your table pretty. BUT the recipe calls for EASY to make garlic infused Olive Oil, marinate the veggies in the oil and then a fast saute using a grill pan (those pans with the holes in em). A Little seasonings and all finished with a quick shaving of Parmesan Cheese. Only minutes to make, perfect to whip together while your main course meat is "Resting".
Asparagus Milanese...
I LOVE this side (appetizer with a bowl of chips or condiment). Fresh sweet, creamy and delicious. Just a little bit of heat from peppers but these are soaked in the sweet juices of the peach. Just a wonderful combination of flavors. made easy and NOT SEASONAL with canned peaches so you can enjoy a bite of summer year round!
This side is SOOOO easy and SOOOO Fast! Garlic infused oil (Directions to make are in the post) is poured on the vegetables and then using a grill pan (those pans with holes in em) and in the time it takes meat to "rest", the side is finished.
Fresh, delicious and nutritious... And makes a very colorful summery side!
I love Fennel! This dish uses a grill pan (those pans with holes in em). the sweet potatoes are par-baked but finished on the grill. A bright combination of colors... A delicious mix of unique tastes make this an ideal side dish! Something unique when you get tired of corn on the cob.
This is my favorite side dish. it has some OMG Coloring going on that makes your table pretty. BUT the recipe calls for EASY to make garlic infused Olive Oil, marinate the veggies in the oil and then a fast saute using a grill pan (those pans with the holes in em). A Little seasonings and all finished with a quick shaving of Parmesan Cheese. Only minutes to make, perfect to whip together while your main course meat is "Resting".
Asparagus in the Style of Milan!!! The Eggs are actually POACHED in Olive Oil, the Asparagus is sauteed in butter and everything is seasoned with nutty Parmesan Cheese and Lemon Zest! The egg yolks burst into rich creamy goodness on the veggies! FANTASTIC SIDE DISH!
Grilled Herb and Sausage Zucchini Pizza
MEAT as a SIDE DISH!!!
America is a wonderful country and this is a wonderful dish.
The meat is seasoned and loaded with cheese, bread crumbs for texture, nuts, herbs. Everything is spiced and once the zucchini is grilled everything comes together with meat filled vegetables!!!
Zucchini Fritters
It's that time of year... Garden fresh vegetables everywhere! Like Zucchini, fresh from my garden, easy to find (and cheap) at any Farmer's Market and your neighborhood grocery store. Sure you can get zucchini year round (how do they do that?, but something special about seasonal fresh ingredients, grown local and just picked!
Love these little guys. Bite size and served up with a wonderful Red Pepper relish (again, farm fresh!).
Simple Buttery Herb Peppered Spaghetti Squash
I LOVE SPaghetti Squash. Must be the inner 10 year old that is fascinated by turning a gourd into spaghetti. VERY SIMPLE to DIY, and this recipe is especially simple. Buttery goodness with extra pepper! YUM!
MEAT as a SIDE DISH!!!
America is a wonderful country and this is a wonderful dish.
The meat is seasoned and loaded with cheese, bread crumbs for texture, nuts, herbs. Everything is spiced and once the zucchini is grilled everything comes together with meat filled vegetables!!!
It's that time of year... Garden fresh vegetables everywhere! Like Zucchini, fresh from my garden, easy to find (and cheap) at any Farmer's Market and your neighborhood grocery store. Sure you can get zucchini year round (how do they do that?, but something special about seasonal fresh ingredients, grown local and just picked!
Love these little guys. Bite size and served up with a wonderful Red Pepper relish (again, farm fresh!).
I LOVE SPaghetti Squash. Must be the inner 10 year old that is fascinated by turning a gourd into spaghetti. VERY SIMPLE to DIY, and this recipe is especially simple. Buttery goodness with extra pepper! YUM!
Specialty Breads...
A seriously fantastic little side dish or a surprising lunch. The copy cat recipe for the Red Lobster biscuits is included in the post, Good enough on their own, but wait til you make this cheesy milky creamy BREAD PUDDING! fantastic
For many, the best part of a trip to Red Lobster restaurants starts at the basket of rolls... Sweet, creamy, tender and flaky Buttery soft, Cheesy salty and delicious! Here's the copy cat recipe that you can now make at home... EASY ANYONE CAN DO IT!
A bit of a history lesson and a simple DIY recipe that litterally turns kitchen scraps into a delicious crispy crunchy (outside) yet smooth and silky pudding (inside). A delicious Side Dish for the holidays and EASY DIY!
This is a wonderful alternative to a dinner roll. Using simple to prepare Pizza Dough, these sticks are loaded with cheese and seasonings. Soft and chewy like a roll, Cheesy and seasoned like a Quesadilla... Hints of a pizza... All in a hand hold Appetizer!
Oh BOY Scratch made CORNBREAD! But not just any cornbread, this is loaded with corn, onions, and even a little jalapeno peppers. There is even more than a cup of REAL Corn in the Cornbread! Cheesy and amazingly moist (that's the buttermilk) and you have something special. Not the dry bland box mix. Takes only a few minutes more but SO MUCH WORTH THE EXTRA DIY EFFORT!
Don't let the Broccoli in the title scare you, this is the BEST Cornbread recipe you will ever eat. A regional North Carolina Classic. Probably no Southern PotLuck in the last 50 years has been without at least one pan of this.
The secret as every Southern Belle Or want to be Southern Belle knows is the Cottage Cheese in the recipe. Makes the usually dry Corn Bread sweet and creamy instead.
YUM! Mexican seasoned sausage, sweetened with cooked apples. This is a one dish meal (heavy cast iron skillet) that makes holidays easy and TASTY! Wide open skillet guarantees extra crispy crunchy bits while the center is always moist and delicious. MY FAVORITE DRESSING RECIPE EVER!
Holiday Side Dishes... Boy do I live DRESSING! Really a version of a savory Bread Pudding. This is my favorite. Sweet Roasted garlic throughout, hints of Cajun spices, Savory Onions and extra ingredients. Easily adaptable so you can add your Funny Uncles "MUST HAVE" ingredient but will remain a family favorite... LOVE THE SWEET ROASTED GARLIC!
Sure sounds simple (AND IT IS), but this DIY is designed for when you need to make a LOT for a hungry crowd. Cost effective, EASY and QUICK. Turn a dollar and a quarter French Baguette into 20-25 slices of garlic-y Herbal Italian goodness!
And indeed, beer bread is the easiest of all breads to make. And this one is LOADED with herbal hints and the fantastic Beer and Cheddar combination!
This is a terrific bread, PERFECT for dipping in a winter soup. The bread has Parmesan Cheese AND two garlic flavors built in. Plenty of flavor and a good solid crumb to hold together in the soup! AND ALL MADE EASY WITH A BREAD MACHINE DOING THE HARD WORK!
Holiday Side Dishes... These are a legend in certain parts of the country and a delicious MUST MAKE Bread recipe for my Holiday Table. The rolls are sweetened with Molasses made dense and chewy with Corn Meal and just a tad fluffy yeast raised texture. AND ALL MADE EASY WITH YOUR HANDY DANDY BREAD MACHINE DOING THE Mixing, Kneading and First Rise! EASY DIY DELIGHT!
Includes a formula for making your starter... WILDLY SUPERIOR TASTE to store bought. YES, it does take extra time, effort and storage space in your fridge but this will become a weekly amazing side for your family table! EASY and worth the effort!
A wonderful little appetizer. Like a little pizza. Stuffing is a simple to make Pesto filled with herbal nutty cheesy flavors and a fresh tomato slice. These are top rate beautiful to serve at a party but easy enough to slap together just for a special watch party for one person. Love these!
Specialty Salads...
I turned to the latest SUPERFOOD, Quinoa for this recipe and it tasted wonderful. FUll of different tastes and textures. It was a HUGE hit, beautiful colors and unless you think about it you would never know how good for you it is. Sweetened with a touch of honey... This one is a MUST make!
With a Fresh Made Apple Vinaigrette
A classic example of turning something simple like a bag of lettuce greens into something special. And the recipe for the fresh made Jam Jar Vinaigrette is so simple and will personalize the taste even more. Lots of variety of tastes and textures and DELICIOUS-ness!
Beautiful Colors... Amazing mix of tastes and textures. A wonderful crowd pleasing salad loaded with summer tastes that you can have year round. The easy to make shaker jar Honey Peach Vinaigrette, flavors both the pasta and the spinach adding a ONE-TWO PUNCH of Peach flavor to the entire dish! DIYing this is as simple as opening a bag, a can and a box. Only cooking involved is the pasta. The Vinaigrette takes seconds to measure and just a minute or two of shaking.
Really... GRILLED LETTUCE! and it changes the nature of the lettuce. The heat brings out the natural sugars of the lettuce. They were always there, just hard to taste. Plus, BEAUTIFUL GRILL MARKS. takes only a couple of minutes and becomes something special and memorable. This is what grill masters do!
Here's another June Cleaver style 50's Church Basement Nostalgia recipe. Goosed up a bit with a few extra ingredients, but a version of this has been around for decades. Wonderful served cold, easy to transport. Deliciously easy to make (only cooking is the eggs and bacon, other than that it is an open, measure and mix recipe). Tastes Great, Easy to Make and may be one of those perfect PotLuck dishes for any pass a plate occasion!
You may think that raw kale is too rough to make a raw salad... you would be wrong. The trick is the massage (details in the post). Then just fill up with summery extras like orange slices, tomatoes, onions, craisons... you name it. This is cut, massaged and ready in advance but is also very dramatic to prepare table side. Once the Kale is massaged into tenderness, assembles in a minute. Also includes a simple vinaigrette recipe.
Really... GRILLED LETTUCE! and it changes the nature of the lettuce. The heat brings out the natural sugars of the lettuce. They were always there, just hard to taste. Plus, BEAUTIFUL GRILL MARKS. takes only a couple of minutes and becomes something special and memorable. This is what grill masters do!
WITH Jam Jar Honey Vinaigrette recipe... I love this salad for a group event... The mixed greens has an exotic look, combined with Apples, Hazelnuts, slightly pickled Onions and a fresh made Honey Mustard Vinaigrette combine for a beautiful tasty and unusual salad. PLUS, makes a great topping for a grilled fish!
Shhhhhh - Don't tell anyone but this is about as easy as it gets. I used a bag of pre cut Broccoli Slaw, added the extras and seasoned with herbs and made it pretty with a little red and green garnish. Hands on work, maybe 5 minutes, but the dish is WONDERFUL! Creamy Herbal Deliciousness with the illusion of lots more work than it was, a Perfect BBQ, PotLuck Side Dish Salad
Another incredibly EASY ColeSlaw recipe using all pre-packaged materials... Just mix, chill and eat. There are wonderful exotic flavors unusual for a slaw... Sweet candy cherries, Mandarin Oranges and Pineapple. Use as a topping for a BBQ Sandwich or as a side dish. People LOVE THIS! AND EASY EASY EASY!
ColeSlaw is GREAT (except for all the bad ones I have tasted). Too much vinegar, too much Mayonnaise, too... something). This is the best (and EASIEST) I have ever made. A little sweet, a lot crunchy and extra creamy. Just the right amount of wet ingredients and the secret to too much vinegar is to add a little sugar as needed. GREAT TASTING and EASY!!!
This is a Bag of Cole Slaw upgrade. Simple and CHEAP turns into something Simple CHEAP and now DELICIOUS when the classic ingredients of a famous Waldorf Salad are combined with this easy simple and cheap bagged cole slaw
I LOVE this upgrade for an inexpensive bag of cole slaw you can buy at about any grocery store. Tropical sweet Mango and Pineapple added to a mayo based vinaigrette makes this SHINE!
Cool, Sweet, Crunchy, Savory mix of summer tastes. Comes together in MINUTES - FAST EASY And Summer DELICIOUSNESS in a bowl! Fresh and unique summer take along salad!
Beer Bread is PERFECT for any out door BBQ, the bread is dense, the alcohol cooks out (NO ALCOHOL), leaving a bread flavored with Hops and Malts and stays texturally ideal for this salad of fresh tomatoes, onions, peppers all marinated in a Honey Mustard Vinaigrette! The salad is BEST when made several hours in advance leaving time free for Grilling meat!
Pearl Mozzarella Balls
Fresh Tomatoes highlight this crisp seasonal specialty (although if you select carefully, year round tasty tomatoes are available). Nothing like a really fresh tomato salad! A little zipped up version of a Caprese Salad! FRESH, LOCAL AND DELICIOUS!
SUPERFOODS SALAD
Quinoa - Craisins - Almonds - Grains - Spinach !!!
And all flavored with a fresh made HONEY LEMON VINAIGRETTE. Oh MY, so good you will not know how good for you this is! All of the popular SUPERFOODS are combined into something colorful, flavorful, and so filled with mixes of flavors; your family and friends will insist this becomes a regular dish! EASY and a STAND OUT DISH!
One Peachy Pasta Spinach Salad
Beautiful Colors... Amazing mix of tastes and textures. A wonderful crowd pleasing salad loaded with summer tastes that you can have year round. The easy to make shaker jar Honey Peach Vinaigrette, flavors both the pasta and the spinach adding a ONE-TWO PUNCH of Peach flavor to the entire dish! DIYing this is as simple as opening a bag, a can and a box. Only cooking involved is the pasta. The Vinaigrette takes seconds to measure and just a minute or two of shaking.
Orange-Teriyaki Spinach Pasta Salad
Beautiful mix of Colors, Textures and Tastes, Bright Oranges, Crunchy Water Chestnuts, healthy Earthy Spinach, Fresh Made Orange-Teriyaki Asian influenced Salad Dressing soaked Pasta and finally topped with the pop of Honey Roasted Peanuts!
A SALAD TO REMEMBER!
Spinach, Sweet Pecans and Apple Salad with a
Champagne Maple Vinaigrette
This is an OMG Salad. Lots of little extras... Goat Cheese crumbles add a surprising taste, Sweet/Heat Candied Spicy Pecans, Tart Snappy crispy Apple slices, Pickled red onions (pretty and tasty) and a sweet Maple vinaigrette all blend together for a salad worthy of company, Holiday meal or when you want to show off at a PotLuck!
Stained Glass Jell-O
THIS IS SOOOO EASY! And the spectacular presentation is the hook for a delicious tasting treat. The new NEON colors and Bold flavors of Jell-o will make this EASY Dish stand out among a table full. The individual cubes are suspended in creamy sweetened milk gelatin... Sweet, Boldly flavored and DELICIOUS... Oh and EASY EASY EASY!
Patriotic Red White and Blue Stained Glass Jell-O!
Three Cheers for the Red White and Blue! Perfect for 4th of July or when you are ina patriotic mood! THIS IS SOOOO EASY! And the spectacular presentation is the hook for a delicious tasting treat. The new NEON colors and Bold flavors of Jell-o will make this EASY Dish stand out among a table full. The individual cubes are suspended in creamy sweetened milk gelatin... Sweet, Boldly flavored and DELICIOUS... Oh and EASY EASY EASY!
Egg Salad - Goin' Old School
What's more old school than Egg Salad? This here is a basic recipe your Grandma would be proud of, with just a few interesting extras and a couple of tips.
From "How to Boil Eggs" to an unusual ingredient (Sour Cream), this is the BEST Egg Salad I have ever had.
Quinoa - Craisins - Almonds - Grains - Spinach !!!
And all flavored with a fresh made HONEY LEMON VINAIGRETTE. Oh MY, so good you will not know how good for you this is! All of the popular SUPERFOODS are combined into something colorful, flavorful, and so filled with mixes of flavors; your family and friends will insist this becomes a regular dish! EASY and a STAND OUT DISH!
Beautiful Colors... Amazing mix of tastes and textures. A wonderful crowd pleasing salad loaded with summer tastes that you can have year round. The easy to make shaker jar Honey Peach Vinaigrette, flavors both the pasta and the spinach adding a ONE-TWO PUNCH of Peach flavor to the entire dish! DIYing this is as simple as opening a bag, a can and a box. Only cooking involved is the pasta. The Vinaigrette takes seconds to measure and just a minute or two of shaking.
Beautiful mix of Colors, Textures and Tastes, Bright Oranges, Crunchy Water Chestnuts, healthy Earthy Spinach, Fresh Made Orange-Teriyaki Asian influenced Salad Dressing soaked Pasta and finally topped with the pop of Honey Roasted Peanuts!
A SALAD TO REMEMBER!
Champagne Maple Vinaigrette
This is an OMG Salad. Lots of little extras... Goat Cheese crumbles add a surprising taste, Sweet/Heat Candied Spicy Pecans, Tart Snappy crispy Apple slices, Pickled red onions (pretty and tasty) and a sweet Maple vinaigrette all blend together for a salad worthy of company, Holiday meal or when you want to show off at a PotLuck!
THIS IS SOOOO EASY! And the spectacular presentation is the hook for a delicious tasting treat. The new NEON colors and Bold flavors of Jell-o will make this EASY Dish stand out among a table full. The individual cubes are suspended in creamy sweetened milk gelatin... Sweet, Boldly flavored and DELICIOUS... Oh and EASY EASY EASY!
Three Cheers for the Red White and Blue! Perfect for 4th of July or when you are ina patriotic mood! THIS IS SOOOO EASY! And the spectacular presentation is the hook for a delicious tasting treat. The new NEON colors and Bold flavors of Jell-o will make this EASY Dish stand out among a table full. The individual cubes are suspended in creamy sweetened milk gelatin... Sweet, Boldly flavored and DELICIOUS... Oh and EASY EASY EASY!
What's more old school than Egg Salad? This here is a basic recipe your Grandma would be proud of, with just a few interesting extras and a couple of tips.
From "How to Boil Eggs" to an unusual ingredient (Sour Cream), this is the BEST Egg Salad I have ever had.
It is FAST to put together. Total kitchen hands on time, about 15 minutes. It is EASY to put together. This is a matter of opening a few bags. It TRAVELS WELL and actually TASTE BEST WHEN MADE IN ADVANCE. Which leads to ... Delicious! Hints of Asia, lots of greens (even well hidden Broccoli), Salty, Sweet from the sugar, A little crunchy for texture and ... Well... DELICIOUS!
Ramon Noodle Broccoli Cole SlawThis is my most visited recipe page for a BBQ side dish. It is very very easy! The recipe calls for pre-packaged Ramon Noodles plus a pre-packaged broccoli slaw (easy to find in any grocery store). Add a few pantry staples and you have something new, colorful, tasty and a CROWD PLEASER!
Works great as a stand alone side dish but also makes a terrific slaw to top a Hamburger or Pork Chop Sandwich!
In addition to the BACON BACON BACON, there is a surprising secret ingredient. This is an AMAZING dish that will surprise and PLEASE!
Guaranteed!
And I do mean QUICK and EASY... 20 minute side dish, uses jarred Pesto sauce and just a few pantry staples. This pasta salad works as a cold salad or fresh hot. The recipe comes with hints and tips for a perfect pasta every time! Enjoy indeed
Deliciously EASY. just cook the pasta, meanwhile heat, mix and finally eat... Amazingly fast... It only takes minutes to cook the pasta and the same minutes to mix up the cheese sauce. Everyone loves the taste of ranch dressing. Now you get that same hint of flavor in this side dish. Creamy, cheesy, fast, easy and delicious! A perfect side dish.
I LOVE this recipe, Creamy Sweet Cheese-y Pasta with beautiful colorful snappy sweet peas. All seasoned to perfection. Served cold or at room temperature, the perfect addition to any party, large get together, family function, Church Social or PotLuck. EASY to make, best when made well in advance (day before DIY Dishes are the best for time management). Plus makes a Vegetarian main dish option when needed.
Everyone loves Mac and Cheese. And this one rates up there with the best. The flavor combination comes from a likely spot... The famous Spinach and Artichoke Hearts Dip. Made famous in countless Happy Hour menus and deservedly so. Delicious.
Very easy to make, the sauce takes just about as much time as it does to cook up the pasta. Reheats very well. Best to add an extra bit of whole milk just before reheating.
Like the name says... ITALIAN DELI. Salami, Spicy Brown Mustard (Vinaigrette), pickled veggies and all the flavors of a deli (even the smell)! Served cold, comes together fast, travels well (perfect "take along" dish). Great for a backyard BBQ or for a family/church PotLuck!
This is a classic recipe from the 70's but still just as tasty and just as beloved as any side dish could be. Seasoned with crumbled Doritos Brand Taco chips... Plenty of spice, Flavored with Ranch Dressing... Plenty of flavor... All wrapped around delicious Sweet Corn. Making this a crowd favorite for any gathering!
OH BOY - SUCCOTASH !!! Except, great name, so much fun to say but, excuse me, but I still HATE Lima Beans. Dress 'em up and cal them edamame if you like, but I still channel my inner 6 year olds and refuse to eat my Lima Beans (even in that veggie salad with the great name). So... Simple enough, for this recipe I added Sugar Snap Peas in place of the traditional Lima Beans and Viola (insert that popping sound when you slap your hand against your open mouth)... A Succotash everyone LOVES!
Such a Winner... A BEAUTIFUL PRESENTATION of layers of Ranch Seasoned Mayonnaise on top of Smoked Cheddar Cheese on top of a Cowboy Salsa of beans, tomatoes, onions and more... PLUS BACON BACON BACON! This one got Ooohs and Aaahs and was GOBBLED UP!
This is a very basic mustard based potato salad. Name the church basement affair for the last hundred years and you probably have seen this served.BUT... Add some BACON )of course for extra flavor, celery and onions for crunch, eggs and chives for color and panache and just a touch of your favorite BBQ sauce for even more flavor (and panache) and this is not your 100 year old recipe.
Old School indeed, just a little bit extra dressing up!
It is a winner in every sense. Always popular whenever I serve it. has all the classic ingredients, yellow mustard, hard cooked eggs and onions. But it gets all dressed up with the Salad Sprinkle, the Sharp Cheddar, Red Skinned potatoes (leave the skin on, better for you but also adds to the beauty). It also gets a zippy addition with a dollop of BBQ sauce. THE BETTER Mousetrap... Um POTATO SALAD!
OH BOY! LOADED INDEED!!! And that tangy taste of Ranch Dressing (Double zinged with Ranch Dip Packets and even more Ranch Salad Dressing added to the mix! Sharp Cheddar Cheese mixed throughout and beautiful colorful Earthy Green Onions to add flavor and eye appeal... And of course BACON BACON BACON!
This is an unusual and POPULAR take on a more traditional mustard yellow potato salad. Sweet Bread and Butter Pickles (and the brine) add a sweet vinegar taste while the optional Jalapeno Peppers and even more optional Tabasco Sauce adds that HEAT that sets this apart from the rest.
This is my NEW FAVORITE! The parboiled potatoes are coated in a mustard flavored mayonnaise and then grilled to a crusty charred perfection. Leaving a crunchy crispy coating over fluffy soft potato. Add a few herbs and BACON and this becomes my very favorite POTATO SALAD! Easy Fun and DELICIOUS!!!
What a FANTASTIC mix of flavors... Sweet Corn added to potatoes. Toss in Sweet pepper slices (or Jalapeno if you like). Add a zesty BBQ slash HONEY slash Vinaigrette and the whole thing becomes a beautiful side dish, unusual mix of colors and tastes. NO MAYO, so perfect for BBQ or big Family Dinners... or POTLUCKS!
52 Church PotLuck Side Dishes... The old school recipe my Mother-In-Law served up for decades (nearly a century). Pickles, mustard and taters with just a few easy pantry items. This is your Grannies recipe!
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