Category: Side Dish
“Y’all are Invited”
| June 10, 2012 | Filled under Appetizers, Make Ahead, Party, Side Dish |
Its late spring in the south which means one thing; outdoor parties! This is the time of year when the invites pour in to join family or friends or both for backyard soirées. And here in the south there is… more
Garlic Mashed Deceivers
| October 6, 2011 | Filled under Side Dish |
This little dish is deceiving. Kind of like my 7 year old. Isn’t that an awful thing to say about my oldest child? My precious little baby girl, the one who taught me to be a mother. The one whose… more
Apple Faith
| October 3, 2011 | Filled under Fruit, Side Dish |
“An apple a day keeps the doctor away.” A quick Google search could bring me to the exact origin of this age old saying. But I don’t believe that is necessary. I am certain this saying was created by a… more
Pepper & Beans with Caramelized Onions
| August 13, 2011 | Filled under Side Dish, Vegetables |
This recipe is packed with flavors from a summer harvest. I don’t have a summer garden but I do enjoy much of the local harvest (using a program I hope to be telling you more about in a future post… more
Smothered Bacon Hashbrowns
| August 8, 2011 | Filled under Breakfast, Casserole, Main Dish, Side Dish |
This breakfast recipe is yummy morning goodness. It can be a side dish or the main attraction. You have the option to vary the seasonings and meat to obtain your desired flavor. Try chopped shrimp and Old bay or onions… more
Strawberry Corn Salsa
| July 2, 2011 | Filled under Appetizers, Fruit, Side Dish, Vegetables |
This recipe makes art in a bowl! All the colors of summer are captured in this dish with a fresh, light flavor perfect for snacking between swims or to compliment any back porch dinner. This can be served with chips or… more
Baked Potato Salad
| June 29, 2011 | Filled under Casserole, Make Ahead, Side Dish, Vegetables |
This recipe was inspired by the cafeteria at my real job. The cafeteria is famous for making use of the leftovers from earlier in the week. For example Hamburger Steak on Monday, Tacos on Tuesday, Ground Beef Goulash on Wednesday. … more
Party Slaw
| June 3, 2011 | Filled under Make Ahead, Party, Side Dish, Vegetables |
This recipe is great for parties and cookouts. It is easy to make and feeds a bunch. It is also a side you can make ahead of time. When I make this I use a large glass bowl so party… more
Potato Wedges
| May 25, 2011 | Filled under Side Dish |
I am a big fan of these when dining out. I have tried a few times to recreate at home but never quite got the final product I was looking for. I recently discovered the missing link for this recipe in… more
Fruit Salad with Lime Dressing
| May 11, 2011 | Filled under Fruit, Side Dish |
This recipe makes a great appetizer or compliment to any meal. Any fresh fruit can be tossed in a simple lime and honey dressing. Not only is this salad healthy but also very affordable, especially if you are picking up… more
Ingredients:
- 2 cups each of 2 of your favorite fresh fruits chopped (alter the portions of each fruit so that you end with 4 cups of fresh fruit)
- 1 fresh lime
- 2 tbs honey
- 1 tsp cinnamon
Putting It All Together:
- Place fruit in a large glass bowl.
- Cut lime in half and squeeze juice from each half into a small bowl.
- Zest lime into bowl (about 1 tsp)
- Add honey and cinnamon to lime juice.
- Mix well.
- Pour over fruit and stir gently.
Enjoy!
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