These garlic Parmesan mashed potatoes are a super easy side dish for Thanksgiving or any quick weeknight meal. The potatoes taste like fresh garlic in every bite, and the butter, cream, and Parmesan cheese add a richness that can’t be beat. Best of all, these easy, light, and fluffy mashed potatoes are ready in 30…
Looking for the perfect side dish to serve with your favorite soup or stew? This delicious Parmesan garlic bread recipe is the perfect choice. It also tastes great with any Italian meal. This easy garlic bread recipe is crisp on the outside, soft on the inside, with the richness of Parmesan cheese. It’s quick and…
Looking for a hearty fall salad with roasted vegetables? This roasted carrot salad with mushrooms, cranberries, and pecans is topped with feta cheese and dressed with a tangy balsamic dressing. Roasting carrots in the oven brings out their natural sweetness, and they cook very well together in one pan with other vegetables. I chose carrots…
If you love caramelized onions, check out the 20 recipes using caramelized onions that are linked below. Each one of the dishes is enhanced by the sweet, mellow flavor of caramelized onions. Most people make caramelized onions in batches, because it takes about an hour to cook them. With large batches, sometimes it’s easy to…
Lemons aren’t just for cooking. In addition to recipes, you can also try using lemons in other spaces in your home including the kitchen to the bathroom. When life gives you lemons, make lemonade, or so goes the saying. But think again! Get out the citrus and see how you can put them to great…
Craving crispy onion rings but don’t have breadcrumbs or flour in the pantry? These oven baked onion rings use seasoned rolled oats to create a deliciously crunchy coating without deep frying. You can use certified gluten-free oats for a gluten-free version. They’re made with simple ingredients like almond milk and egg whites, so they’re a…
If you’ve never made oven roasted cabbage wedges, you are in for a treat. This side dish recipe is easy to make and ready in about 45 minutes. When eaten plain, cabbage has a crunchy texture and tart flavor. This recipe yields cabbage with a sweeter flavor that is soft in the center with crispy…
This easy bacon wrapped asparagus recipe makes an easy appetizer and is also a great side dish for any regular meal. I love healthy side dishes that still have a taste of decadence about them. This recipe is one that fits that bill nicely. This dish fits into most diet plans including gluten-free and Paleo….
This recipe for baked pineapple rings could not be easier to make. The pineapple ends up moist and delicious, with a great brown sugar you’ll love. Fresh pineapple is a wonderful side dish all year round, but really comes alive in summer when the fruit is so fresh and sweet. You can find it grilled pineapple,…
This Greek chopped salad recipe combines crisp vegetables, hard-boiled eggs, olives, and corn with a bright homemade dressing made with lime juice, olive oil, red wine vinegar, and fresh oregano. Every bite is packed with fresh Mediterranean flavors and plenty of texture. Because all of the ingredients are chopped into bite-sized pieces, this salad is…
This crusty Italian herb bread recipe uses fresh herbs and olive oil for a rich, savory flavor that tastes straight from a bakery. It’s an easy yeast bread that bakes into a rustic artisan loaf – perfect with soups, pasta dinners, for dipping in olive oil, or serving warm with butter. Even if you’re new…
If you’re following a low carb, keto or a gluten-free diet, you have to try this keto broccoli salad with bacon and cheese. Every time I bring it along to a party, it disappears! This tasty salad is so easy to make. Plus, the bacon and cheese will make even the fussiest of vegetable eaters want…
It’s time to make grilled pork with mango salsa! We love to grill at our house. My husband is a wonderful grill master, and everything he puts on the grill comes out beautifully. I made a mango salsa to go with the pork chops, and I know we’ll be cooking it over and over again…
Grilled pineapple is always delicious, but this recipe with a honey and cinnamon glaze is perfect for summer! The fruit is light and bright and just perfect for the hot weather. This easy recipe takes just a few minutes to make. Plus you can prep the marinade earlier in the day and let it sit…
Try making these oven-baked crispy sweet potato fries! The recipe is easy to make and comes with a few simple cooking tips to ensure your fries turn out perfectly crispy! Since this recipe is made in the oven, it’s more healthy than regular fries, without sacrificing any of the flavor. Sweet potatoes pack a nutritional punch. They…
Looking for an easy fruit-focused salad that is ready in just minutes? This delicious melon cucumber salad is the perfect choice. This summer salad is packed with three types of melons, combined with cucumber for a nutritious boost. It’s topped with a homemade honey-mint dressing and served cold. Salads like these are the perfect way…
This Southern coleslaw recipe is bright, colorful, and packed with flavor. It has a tart, sweet, and tangy dressing that pairs well with the crunchy, fresh vegetables that make up this quick and easy side dish. You only need a few ingredients to make this Southern-style coleslaw, which is a perfect addition to shrimp tacos and…
Cauliflower rice is a great way to lighten up your meals without sacrificing flavor – and this spicy cauliflower rice recipe takes it a step further with beans and corn for texture and staying power. Loaded with vegetables and a bold spice mix, this Mexican-inspired dish delivers just the right amount of heat, turning a…
These orange recipes will add a flavorful burst and a pop of color to any menu. From zesty salads to delicious smoothies, cocktails, and desserts, these recipes showcase the natural sweetness and tang that this fruit is known for. Oranges work well in a variety of sweet and savory dishes. Our collection of citrus-packed recipes…
This roasted carrots recipe is a family favorite. The Parmesan roast carrots are topped with grated cheese and Panko bread crumbs for a wonderful flavor and crunchy texture. Oven roasting carrots brings out their natural sweetness and I often cook them this way. It’s easy and a great way to get kids to eat vegetables…
Looking for a light lunch that is loaded with tart, sweet, and savory flavors? This citrus salad with chicken and walnuts is refreshing with lots of texture and color. The salad takes less than 5 minutes to prepare, but tastes like you got it from your favorite bistro. Grapefruit is the star of this salad…
This recipe for Brussels sprouts with bacon and almonds makes a great side dish for a weeknight dinner. Serve it with salmon for a nutritious meal that tastes great! Cooking the Brussels sprouts in chicken broth takes away the bitterness that this vegetable can sometimes have. Bacon adds a nice flavor to the dish, and…
These cheesy scalloped potatoes are a perfect fall side dish. The creamy cheese sauce gives the potatoes a richness that is so delicious. Every time I serve this recipe, it disappears quickly. And if you do happen to have any left, it is great heated up later and even tastes good cold. This recipe for cheesy…
The best mashed potatoes are fluffy but not too airy, seasoned perfectly, lump free, and have just the right amount of butter. These cooking tips will show you how to make the perfect mashed potatoes every time. Nothing says comfort food to me like a bowl of creamy and fluffy mashed potatoes. Combining this delicious…
Here is one of my latest cooking tips for the holidays – make your own homemade pumpkin puree. Pumpkin puree is a staple in Halloween and Thanksgiving cooking. From oatmeal to smoothies, to fudge and energy bites, making fresh pumpkin adds an earthy flavor to many of your fall recipes. You can buy it…
If you don’t know how to caramelize onions, you’re in the right place. Below you’re going to learn how to make easy caramelized onions and get cooking tips to avoid common mistakes. There is nothing quite like the taste of caramelized onions. Raw onions have a strong bite, but caramelizing them releases their sugars and…