Advertisements The seasons are changing and it is about to be outdoor eating time – backyard BBQs, garden parties and family get togethers. Which usually means lots of potlucks and feeding large groups, and the need for some great side dishes. It is often hard to decide if you want to bring a pasta saladContinue reading “Pasta Salad or Potato Salad – a Dozen Options #RecipeCollection”
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Dutch Oven Baked Beans
Advertisements Who doesn’t love a big pot of baked beans? They are perfect for every backyard bbq and every smoked meat and bbq platter. If you don’t have a signature baked beans recipe, you are welcome to my Dutch Oven Baked Beans recipe. Don’t worry I won’t tell anyone! The best part of the bakedContinue reading “Dutch Oven Baked Beans”
Pepperjack Cornbread
Advertisements This is not your basic boring cornbread. This recipe brings the heat and cheesy goodness – giving some oomph to your cornbread. I’ve included my recipe for homemade cornbread mix at the bottom of this page but you can also use ypur favorite box or bag mix. Most of all you are going toContinue reading “Pepperjack Cornbread”
Red Potatoes with Cream Sauce
Advertisements Potatoes makes such a great side dish. But sometimes you want something other than some regular ol mashed potatoes, even if they have gravy. I love to make these Red Potatoes with Cream Sauce for a nice alternative. They have a silky texture and loads of flavor. Plus they are really easy to makeContinue reading “Red Potatoes with Cream Sauce”
Easy Broccoli Alfredo
Advertisements Not all dishes have to have a big protien presence. Occasionally you need a lighter dinner or maybe a budget dinner. Or maybe you need a bit heavier lunch because you have to skip dinner or won’t be able to have a real sit down dinner. Whatever the reason, this recipe for Easy BroccoliContinue reading “Easy Broccoli Alfredo”
Oven Baked Corn Ribs
Advertisements Corn has always been one of my favorite vegetables. I know it is not the most nutrient dense of the vegetables but it was one of the most versatile, making it great as an add on or even filler to many dishes. I recently discovered the trendy concept of corn ribs and I’m inContinue reading “Oven Baked Corn Ribs”
Easy Salami Tortellini Salad
Advertisements Pretty much everything is better once you add in a little bit of salami. This tortellini salad is loaded with lots of veggies so you don’t have to feel bad about adding in the flavor bomb of salami. If you need a simple meal to bring to a potluck or backyard barbque or youContinue reading “Easy Salami Tortellini Salad”
Slow Cooker Black Beans
Advertisements I am always saying, “You can’t forget about the sides,” and this recipe makes it so easy to remember! Whenever I’m making a meal with a Mexican flair, I love to include these super easy to make Slow Cooker Black Beans. They have so much flavor to the plate and are actually quite goodContinue reading “Slow Cooker Black Beans”
Rustic Pepper Jack Potatoes
Advertisements Potatoes are such a perfect side dish for weeknight meals. They are a great starch option, and they are super versatile, so you can make them work with most any type of cuisine. My family especially loves mashed potatoes, so I decided to give my rustic potatoes a little kick in the pants byContinue reading “Rustic Pepper Jack Potatoes”
Marinated Chickpeas
Advertisements Sometimes you just need a really simple side dish to bring to a holiday meal – or to meal prep part of the week’s lunches. This recipe for Marinated Chickpeas is so easy to put together and can stay in the fridge for about a week. They are great as a snack, and excellentContinue reading “Marinated Chickpeas”