Category: Side Dishes

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April 19, 2010
Roasted Baby Potatoes with Fennel and Shallots

Roasted Baby Potatoes with Fennel and Shallots These perfectly tender crisp potatoes are deliciously complimented with fennel and shallots for a mild and savory flavor; Great for a beef or lamb side dish. Ingredients 2 pounds baby gold potatoes, halved 2 pounds baby red potatoes, halved 1 cup thinly sliced fennel stalks with fronds, about […]

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April 19, 2010
Crunchy Vegetables in Shallot Vinaigrette

  Crunchy Vegetables in Shallot Vinaigrette This healthy side dish is great for entertaining. The vegetables are quickly blanched to create a slightly cooked texture with a lot of crunch then tossed in a shallot vinaigrette for a light tasty flavor. It’s a perfect side dish to accompany meat and potatoes, or can be served […]

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January 21, 2010
Roasted Garlic Mashed Potatoes

Roasted Garlic Mashed Potatoes I love the smell of roasted garlic on a winters day! This side dish will go well with many chicken or beef dinners. This version is healthier than your average mashed potato. No butter or cream and if you want to reduce a little more fat, skip the parmesan cheese; it […]

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October 8, 2009
Yellow Basmati Rice

Yellow Basmati Rice This fragrant rice is a great accompaniment to many chicken and meat dishes. Especially Middle Eastern and Greek. The saffron adds a bright color and delicious taste. Ingredients 3 cups Basmati Rice, rinsed in several changes of cold water until water runs clear 4 ½ cups + ¼ cup boiling-hot water 1 […]

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September 23, 2009
Red Pepper Mashed Potatoes

Red Pepper Mashed Potatoes Roasted red peppers are one of my favorite ingredients to cook with. They add a beautiful color and flavor to many dishes. It brings a unique taste to this mashed potato recipe. You will love it! Ingredients 10-12 medium red potatoes cut into large cubes (skins on) 2 red bell peppers, […]

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June 11, 2009
Eggplant Dip

This is a great appetizer dip to prepare with a Middle Eastern menu. It is inspired by an eggplant dip we love to eat at my family’s favorite Iranian restaurant.

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