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4 to 6 servings While the words “decadent” and “cabbage” are not often found together, we make an exception for this dish. It is excellent served as part…
4 servings For a more texturally interesting salad, slice some of the cucumbers and chop the rest. Include different kinds of tomatoes—chopped large…
A fresh, tart cranberry relish made with raw cranberries and orange, sweetened to taste. Perfect as a holiday side dish.
Baby artichokes are braised with peas in a light broth with onion and garlic, finished with fresh herbs and lemon juice. A simple spring side dish.
6 servings To make this vegan, use olive oil and substitute canned coconut milk for the cream. For a deluxe version, cook 4 slices bacon in the skillet…
5 servings Serve this salad with grilled fish or shrimp. Mango and papaya are great additions.
4 servings This is a Spanish dish traditionally made with calçots, a type of green onion. Because calçots are hard to find in the United States, you may…
4 servings Cooking Brussels sprouts with high heat encourages them to brown and crisp.
4 servings This salad is our bid for kale’s longevity as a salad green; smoky, toasted pumpkin seeds add richness and texture to the leaves, which soften…
3 to 4 cups This is the perfect stuffing or accompaniment to wild game birds, venison, or winter squash. A wild rice blend can be substituted. If baking…
4 servings Serve as a side dish, place slices on toast rubbed with garlic, or toss with the optional ingredients and serve with pita or crusty bread for a…
About 2 ½ cups There are many different recipes for farofa, some including eggs, chorizo, or olives. This is a simple version, excellent for serving with…
4 to 6 servings This recipe gives you permission to hit your vegetables, but know when to stop. The cucumbers should be cracked all over, not turned into…
6 to 8 servings An excellent, satisfying dish that combines creamy coconut milk and the floral, spicy Scotch bonnet chile. Serve with a Caribbean dish…
A refreshing salad of jicama, cucumber, oranges, radishes, and red onion tossed in lime juice, seasoned with chili powder and cilantro.
A versatile pasta salad tossed with vinaigrette and fresh vegetables, with optional salami or ham and cheese. Serve at room temperature.
5 side-dish servings For a similar dish that uses polenta, see Fried Polenta. After cutting out the gnocchi, there will be scraps. You may place these in…
6 servings It is customary to prepare the dressing for this salad directly in the bowl. Top with slices of grilled chicken or shrimp for an entrée salad…
Sweet and smoky baked beans made with canned pork and beans, smoked sausage, onions, peppers, and a blend of molasses and Worcestershire sauce. Perfect…
4 servings This is our favorite combination of grains. The butter and soy sauce give it a rich, savory boost.
4 servings Cutting cauliflower heads into wedges creates large, flat surfaces, allowing them to brown better than florets. Preheat the oven to 425°F. For…
4 servings A delectable accompaniment to simply cooked fish, poultry, or meat. Tropea and cipollini onions are a fine substitute, when available. Preheat…
4 servings This flavorful South Indian–style rice dish is loaded with fragrant seeds, spices, and fresh curry leaves. While some of the ingredients are…
About 1 quart jar A favorite garnish for sushi and delicate fish or shellfish dishes. Sweet and spicy, these slices can also add a nice zing to salads and…
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