Tag: Side Dishes

I used to be totally against Brussels sprouts; they were not my thing at all. My husband liked them but could not enjoy them due to my distaste for them. I did not prepare them. That was before my husband ordered them from an appetizer menu somewhere in Colorado Springs. They brought out Brussels sprouts […]

Brown Butter Green Beans with Pistachios will become the highlight of your meal. The browned butter adds a rich, nutty flavor to the green beans to complement beef, fish or chicken. The pistachios add some crunch and coordinate to the color of the green beans. Ingredients 3 shallots, minced 4 Tbsp. butter, room temperature and […]

Sliced zucchini is sprinkled with a crunchy topping in this alternative to a casserole-type dish. This is an easy side dish that goes with sooooooo many things. Not only that, but it is so simple. Like, really really simple! Ingredients 2 large zucchini, sliced 1 tsp. extra virgin olive oil + 1 Tbsp. Salt and […]

Nothing says Springtime more than the appearance of asparagus. Crisp-tender asparagus in a savory stir fry is a quick side dish that is bright and flavorful. It doesn’t get any healthier than this! Ingredients 1 Tbsp. soy sauce 1 Tbsp. granulated Swerve 1 medium orange, juiced 1 Tbsp. corn starch 1 Tbsp. vegetable oil 2 […]

White Cheddar Scalloped Potatoes are a classic side dish that is perfect for Easter dinner. This side dish pairs well with ham, roast, chicken, pork and just about any other protein. The layers of potatoes, the creamy sauce and the cheesy topping satisfy every taste bud. Ingredients 6 large potatoes, peeled and cooked 24 hours […]

This Squash Casserole recipe is a popular potluck side dish. Topped with a crunchy topping, this casserole is easy to make for a weeknight meal, too. One thing is for sure, the combination of buttery squash and cheese is a hit no matter what! Ingredients 4 medium-sized squash, diced 3 green onions, chopped 2 Tbsp […]

Sometimes, it isn’t easy to reinvent the wheel with side dishes. Salads and plain vegetables get old after serving them over and over again. Occasionally, I snazz up the same-old, same-old to make something totally new and out of the ordinary. This vegetable casserole is one of those creations that took seemingly blah vegetables to […]

I love that zucchini or yellow squash are available all year round. The best thing about this side dish is that you can eat it hot or cold. This Keto side dish goes with EVERYTHING!! Ingredients 3 large zucchini, sliced thinly lengthwise extra virgin olive oil for grilling 3 Tbsp. Salt and pepper to taste […]

This recipe is such a no-brainer that I hesitated to post it, but I am going to do it anyway. Grilling squash is easy, but I prefer to do it on an indoor grill. You can still get it charred, like on an outdoor grill, but it is easier for the squash to hold together […]

I did not like eggplant at all until I met my husband. My mother never made it because she was not a fan. I think it was because she didn’t know how to make it. My husband taught me to sprinkle it with salt and let it sit for a while because it draws out […]