Show-Stealing Sides

Main dishes usually steal the spotlight, but these nine sides shine all on their own.

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Cheesy Cauliflower

Cheesy Cauliflower recipe
Photo by Ellen Charlotte Marie

With just four ingredients this tender cauliflower is easy to prepare and makes a delicious side.

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Roasted Root Veggies

Roasted Root Veggies recipe
Kris Osborne

Roast a variety of root veggies with the same cooking time for an easy side, or add to salads, grain bowls, soups and scrambles.

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Maple-Glazed Carrots

Maple glazed carrots recipe
Photo by Yvonne Duivenvoorden

Sweet, tender carrots make a perfect side for turkey or brisket. Try using colorful heirloom carrots, as shown here, to add an extra punch of color to this vibrant dish.

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Potato Gratin with Lemon Rosemary Topping

Potato Gratin with Lemon Rosemary Topping

A classic gratin is a gorgeous addition to any table. Ours has a crispy panko topping infused with lemon zest and rosemary.

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Shaved Asparagus & White Bean Salad

Shaved Asparagus Salad
Photo by Cara Lyons

This shaved asparagus salad makes a unique and healthy side dish for easy entertaining. It yields enough for a crowd, but if you have leftovers, combine with tuna the next day for a satisfying and delicious lunch.

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Summery Green Bean Casserole

Summery Green Bean Casserole

We’ve lightened up a winter favorite, keeping all the flavor elements intact (thick mushroom sauce, bread crumbs, green beans) but with a welcome summery twist.

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Roasted Apples & Brussels Sprouts with Shiitake Bacon

Roasted Apples & Brussels Sprouts with Shiitake Bacon

Brussels sprouts are often paired with smoky bacon, but here we’ve created an amazing bacon-like flavor using a sneaky seasoning mix and shiitake mushrooms. 

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Roasted Broccoli

Spicy Potatoes and Roasted Broccoli recipe
Photo by Beata Lubas

We’re fans of this simple roasted broccoli. You’ll want to eat it all the time.

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Grilled Corn & Black Bean Salad with Cilantro

Beautiful cilantro flavor infuses this roasted corn and black bean salad. We suggest using canned beans, but you can also use dried if you have time.

Grilled Corn and Black Bean Salad CE farmer's market

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