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Carrot Salad

15m ready

A fresh and vibrant carrot salad with cilantro and peanuts, inspired by Indian street markets. The carrots are grated and tossed with lemon juice, sugar…

Carottes Râpées (French Grated Carrot Salad)

15m ready

4 to 6 servings This salad is ubiquitous in France, perhaps to help balance out all the cheese and wine.

Vegetable Timbales

1h 5m ready

6 servings “Timbale” is simply the name for a type of deep mold, thus many different dishes are encompassed by the term, whether they contain pasta…

Roasted Eggplant

45m ready

4 to 6 servings WHOLE Roasting whole eggplant produces a tender pulp that can be used for dips and purees. You can also roast whole eggplants on a hot…

Cornichons (Pickled Gherkins)

12h ready

About 8 pint jars Please read about pickling and How to Process.

Grilled Sweet Onions

22m ready

4 servings Large red onions can be used when sweet onions are unavailable. These are a great topping to grill alongside hamburgers, sausages, or steaks…

Creamy Mashed Cauliflower

20m ready

4 servings This mashed potato alternative is much quicker and very tasty.

Frijoles De LA Olla

1h 25m ready

8 servings Traditionally cooked in a clay pot, these beans will taste just as delicious cooked in whatever kind of pot you have available.

Quick Pickled Red Onions

35m ready

Quick pickled red onions are a tangy and slightly sweet condiment, ready in about 30 minutes. They add a bright crunch to tacos, sandwiches, and salads.

Pigeon Peas And Rice

1h 0m ready

A traditional Jamaican side dish made with pigeon peas, coconut milk, and rice, seasoned with thyme and allspice. Perfect alongside oxtails or other…

Turnip Casserole

1h ready

A creamy, cheesy turnip casserole with a crunchy herb stuffing topping. Mild or strong turnips can be used depending on preference.

Wok-Seared Corn And Green Onions

15m ready

A quick and easy stir-fry of corn and green onions, seared in a hot wok for a smoky flavor. Perfect as a side dish for meat-centric meals.

Wok-Seared Corn And Green Onions

15m ready

A quick and easy stir-fry of corn and green onions, seared in a hot wok for a smoky flavor. Perfect as a side dish for meat-centric meals.

Granny’s Salisbury Red Slaw

2h ready

A tangy and spicy red slaw from North Carolina, made with cabbage, tomatoes, vinegar, and hot sauce. Perfect as a side for pulled pork sandwiches.

Grilled Cauliflower And Corn Esquites

1h 5m ready

This vegetarian twist on Mexican esquites combines charred corn and roasted cauliflower in a creamy, spicy sauce. Served with cotija cheese and lime, it's…

Steamed Rice

50m ready

A basic stovetop method for steamed white rice. Rinse the rice, then cook with water in a covered pot until tender and fluffy.

Five Marys Sausage-Walnut Stuffing

1h ready

A hearty stuffing made with Italian sausage, leeks, celery, mushrooms, walnuts, and cranberries, baked until golden. Perfect for Thanksgiving.

Hot-Water Cornbread

25m ready

A classic Southern-style cornbread made with hot water and fried until golden. These crispy patties are perfect as a side dish.

Cheddar Chive Biscuits

50m ready

Flaky, buttery biscuits loaded with sharp cheddar cheese and fresh chives. Perfect as a side for supper or cut into tiny bites for appetizers.

Creamy Cheesy Grits

40m ready

Creamy, cheesy grits made with quick grits, heavy cream, Havarti and cheddar cheese. A comforting Southern-style side dish perfect for weekends.

Golden Peanut Pilau

27m ready

A fragrant vegan pilau with peanuts and turmeric, inspired by South Indian flavors. It pairs well with curry or can be enjoyed as a snack.

Sautéed Purple Potatoes With Butter And Chives

33m ready

Tender purple potatoes are boiled then sautéed in butter with fresh chives, parsley, and dill. This simple side dish highlights the earthy flavor of the…

Tomato & Cucumber Salad

15m ready

A refreshing Southern-style salad with ripe tomatoes, cucumbers, and red onion dressed in a sweet-tangy sorghum and vinegar dressing. Perfect for summer…

Layered Lettuce Salad

2h ready

A classic layered salad with crisp lettuce, vegetables, hard-boiled eggs, bacon, and cheddar cheese, dressed with a creamy mayonnaise-sour cream mixture…

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