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Side Dishes

You've created the main dish and now it's time for side dishes that pair right up. Salads are nice as a side dish, but you may be thinking more of something rich and filling.

You can never go wrong with macaroni and cheese...am I right? Skillet-Style Mac and Cheese is fantastically creamy and rich. Smashed Garlic Potatoes are crispy and addictive, and Baked Yum Yum Potato Wedges are an absolute show-stealer.

My all-time favorite vegetable side dish?? Crispy Bacon and Sweet Potato Hash - it's as beautiful as it is delicious. Add as much bacon as you please! Cajun Sweet Corn Medley is a traditional summer side dish served up in a cast iron skillet.

September 17, 2020

Crispy Bacon and Sweet Potato Hash

by Chef Alli

A bowl full of delicious color - Crispy Bacon and Sweet Potato Hash.

Crispy Bacon and Sweet Potato Hash….a sautéed vegetable medley with crispy, browned bacon pieces that’s both beautiful and delish.  Bacon hash is easy to make and comes together very quickly.   Roasted vegetables with bacon are always a huge hit as the perfect side dish. Crispy Bacon and Sweet Potato Hash Recipe  Please Note: We do…

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Filed Under: Food and Recipes, Main Dishes, Side Dishes Tagged With: bacon, skillet meal, vegetables

August 27, 2020

Zesty Italian Pasta Salad

by Chef Alli

Zesty Italian Pasta Salad is an easy classic pasta salad made with lots of vegetables and a bottled Italian dressing. This is a great salad to take to picnics and potluck gatherings. Zesty Italian Pasta Salad Recipe  Howdy! Chef Alli Here. Let’s Get You Cookin’….Shall We?? 🙂  Summer salads.  What would we do without out…

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Filed Under: Food and Recipes, Main Dishes, Salads, Side Dishes Tagged With: easy, pasta

August 8, 2020

Instant Pot Potato Salad

by Chef Alli

Instant Pot potato salad in just 4 minutes!

Instant Pot Potato Salad  You are just 4 minutes away from delicious and creamy potato salad made with red potatoes……right in your Instant Pot.  Hard-boiling the eggs while cooking the potatoes at the same time leads to homemade potato salad in a hurry! Please Note: We do use referral and affiliate links here for products…

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Filed Under: Food and Recipes, Salads, Side Dishes Tagged With: Instant Pot

August 7, 2020

Instant Pot Mexican Street Corn with Parmesan

by Chef Alli

The best summer side dish - Mexican Street Corn.

Instant Pot Mexican Street Corn with Parmesan….talk about divine. Similar to Cuban Street Corn, this corn has bold flavors and makes a delicious side dish for grilled meats. Always make this corn when sweet corn is at the peak of the season in your area! Instant Pot Mexican Street Corn with Parmesan and Lime Recipe …

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Filed Under: Conquer Your Instant Pot, Food and Recipes, Side Dishes Tagged With: Grilling/Tailgating, Instant Pot

August 6, 2020

Instant Pot Zesty Potato Salad with Broccoli

by Chef Alli

A bowl of potato salad with red onions and broccoli florets.

Here’s a new and simple salad to add to your side dish repertoire: Instant Pot Zesty Potato Salad with Broccoli….complete with a delicious vinaigrette. There are so many types of delicious homemade potato salads to choose from – classic, Southern, old fashioned. Don’t forget warm German potato salad (my favorite), potato salad made with sweet…

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Filed Under: Food and Recipes, Salads, Side Dishes Tagged With: salad

September 17, 2019

Cheddar and Green Chili Sausage Cornbread

by Chef Alli

Now's the perfect time to bake up a fresh batch of Cheddar and Green Chili Sausage Cornbread! How do I know? Because it's loaded with layers of moist, dense cornbread, melted cheddar, mild green chilies, and cooked crumbled sausage. Serve topped with sour cream and sliced scallions, this is the perfect side dish for most any soup or chowder. #cornbread #cheddar #greenchilies #sausage #sidedish #soup #chowder #loaded #moist

Now’s the perfect time to bake up a fresh batch of Cheddar and Green Chili Sausage Cornbread! How do I know? Because it’s loaded with layers of moist, dense cornbread, melted cheddar, mild green chilies, and cooked crumbled sausage. Serve topped with sour cream and sliced scallions, this is the perfect side dish for most…

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Filed Under: Breads/Quick Breads, Food and Recipes, Side Dishes Tagged With: Mexican, pork

August 28, 2019

Baked Yum Yum Potato Wedges

by Chef Alli

Here's your new show stealer: Baked Yum Yum Potato Wedges! I love to find an empty pan after a meal, and that's exactly what you can look forward to. Nobody can resist these potato wedges with their golden brown, melted topping - they are just irresistible! #potatobake #potatoes #yummy #potatowedges #bakedpotatoes

Here’s your new show-stealer: Baked Yum Yum Potato Wedges. I love to find an empty pan after a meal, and that’s exactly what you can look forward to. Nobody can resist these potato wedges with their golden brown, melted topping – they are just irresistible, and only 6 main ingredients! Baked Yum Yum Potato Wedges…

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Filed Under: Food and Recipes, Side Dishes Tagged With: vegetables

August 8, 2019

Best Ever Corn-On-The-Cob Hacks and Recipes

by Chef Alli

Best Ever Corn-On-The-Cob Hacks and Recipes! Summertime simply wouldn’t be summertime without sweet corn….am I right? Whether you grow it yourself, snag it at a roadside stand, or purchase it at you local Farmers Market, it’s a special summer treat. Best Ever Corn-On-The-Cob Hacks and Recipes  Please Note: We do use referral and affiliate links…

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Filed Under: Conquer Your Instant Pot, Food and Recipes, Kitchen Tips, Side Dishes Tagged With: easy, Instant Pot, vegetables

July 26, 2019

Sweet Corn and Baby Pea Salad with Jicama

by Chef Alli

Here's a fat-free salad that's crunchy, fresh, and chock-full of vegetables. I also love how colorful this Sweet Corn and Baby Pea Salad with Jicama is. And talk about delicious on a hot summer day! #summer #salad #fresh #vegetables #crunchy #jicama #sweetcorn #babypeas

Here’s a fat-free salad that’s crunchy, fresh, and chock-full of vegetables. I also love how colorful this Sweet Corn and Baby Pea Salad with Jicama is. And talk about delicious on a hot summer day! #summer #salad #fresh #vegetables #crunchy #jicama #sweetcorn #babypeas

Filed Under: Food and Recipes, Salads, Side Dishes Tagged With: easy, salad, vegetables

July 18, 2019

Cajun Sweet Corn Medley

by Chef Alli

Cajun Sweet Corn Medley (aka Maque Choux in the deep South) is a traditional summer side dish that combines sweet corn and vegetables with BACON to make a tasty and colorful addition to any meal.

Cajun Sweet Corn Medley (succotash or hash in the deep South) is a traditional summer side dish that combines sweet corn and vegetables with BACON to make a tasty and colorful addition to any meal. Cajun Sweet Corn Medley Recipe Please Note: We do use referral and affiliate links here for products and services that…

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Filed Under: Food and Recipes, Salads, Side Dishes Tagged With: Cajun, vegetables

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