This is another side dish that appears at every holiday dinner and I can’t imagine a holiday without it. The silky sweet potatoes topped with a crunch sweet topping, it doesn’t get much better than this. Technically, I am not sure if this is a souffle but it doesn't really matI’ve cut down the sugar and butter … Continue reading Sweet Potato Soufflé
Category: Vegetables
Green Bean Bundles
These green bean bundles have become another family favorite and like the corn casserole this recipe is from my Aunt Cathy. We just love Aunt Cathy, and not just because she has wonderful, tasty recipes! I would suggest making 2-3 bundles per person as they have been very popular when we make them. Make sure … Continue reading Green Bean Bundles
Aunt Cathy’s Corn Casserole
This recipe as you may have guessed from the name is from my sweet Aunt Cathy. We make this casserole at every holiday meal it seems now and it never gets old. In fact, I can’t wait for it and sometimes we have it on other special occasions. It is always the one dish that … Continue reading Aunt Cathy’s Corn Casserole
Roasted Vegetable Orzo
This meal came together one night when I got home late and had no idea what to make for dinner (a week I had not done my menu planning). I looked to see what was in the refrigerator and what pantry staples I had on hand. This is what I came up with. Amazingly, my … Continue reading Roasted Vegetable Orzo
Roasted Sweet Potatoes with Maple-Orange Glaze
Third and last side dish recipe before Thanksgiving. If you are still looking for a side dish to make for Thanksgiving here is a twist to sweet potatoes inspired by sweet potato pie. This is another fairly quick and easy recipe. We really like sweet potatoes but tend to only eat them around the holidays … Continue reading Roasted Sweet Potatoes with Maple-Orange Glaze
Mashed Cauliflower
Second day of side dishes in honor of Thanksgiving (See below for more side suggestions). When I was first presented with this side dish long ago, I was told you could substitute this for mashed potatoes. Look, mashed potatoes are a staple on our holiday table and there are rarely leftovers so I would never … Continue reading Mashed Cauliflower
Roasted Asparagus
Wow, I can't believe Thanksgiving is this week! Can you? Is your menu planned? Have you done all your grocery shopping? Are you cooking something new this year or sticking with old favorites? Feel free to leave comments about what you are cooking, I would love to hear from you! I want to dedicate the … Continue reading Roasted Asparagus
Roasted Sesame Green Beans
I have a thing for roasted vegetables - as I post more recipes this will become obvious 😉 This recipe for green beans is a nice break from canned green beans and an easy, quick side dish. These beans are good served warm or cold. Just a little bit of sesame oil goes a long … Continue reading Roasted Sesame Green Beans
Stuffed Eggplant
I couldn't resist the beautiful eggplants at the farm stand. This is a really versatile meal, you can add other vegetables to the stuffing or you could add meat. I have also made the stuffing with rice instead of couscous. You can serve the extra stuffing on the side if your family wants more stuffing, … Continue reading Stuffed Eggplant
Roasted Carrots with Honey and Cumin
I am always trying to find new recipes for vegetables. Roasting is probably one of my favorite methods of cooking vegetables. I got the idea of using honey and cumin with carrots from my dad who made a similar side dish with carrots but on top of the stove. The combination of honey, cumin and … Continue reading Roasted Carrots with Honey and Cumin