Boiled Collard Greens

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Collard greens a tough and fibrous, which means they can stand up to a good cooking more than many greens. They also lack the bitterness that often accompanies dark, leafy greens. Flavoring the water is the trick to making them appealing to any dinner guest.

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Green Beans with Sunflower Seeds

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This easy recipe makes a fantastic summertime side dish. Use whatever seeds is most convenient–pepitas would also work well. Tip: If you’re not a fan of raw onion, make this a skillet dish and start by frying the onions until soft.

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Roasted Asparagus

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This quick and easy side dish will add flair to any meal without a lot of extra work. Sometimes the simplest preparations let quality ingredients shine through.

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Apple-Glazed Sweet Potatoes

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Sweet potatoes are great on their own, and we all especially love the treat of enjoying them extra sweet. Using apple juice concentrate and lovely flavors, this dish is a luxurious side that belongs on any Thanksgiving table.

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Broiled Tomatoes Parmesan

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This easy side dish adds a sense of elegance to any dinner. It’s the perfect way to enjoy garden-fresh tomatoes in August, when their flavors are at their peak.

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Wild Mushroom Stuffing

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This recipe makes a stuffing that is crunchy on top and moist inside. If your family prefers crunchier or drier stuffing, make individual servings in muffin cups for the maximum amount of crunchy edge bits.

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Zesty Dill Potato Salad

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This peppy salad highlights the natural beauty of perfectly cooked red potatoes with a light dressing of balsamic vinegar and dill so you can enjoy potassium-packed potatoes as a healthful side dish as your next cookout. Tip: If you don’t have white wine vinegar on hand, go ahead and substitute it with any delicious vinegar […]

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Roasted Shallot Mashed Potatoes

Roasted Shallot Mashed PotatoesTwo Guiding Stars iconTwo Guiding Stars indicate better nutritional value.

Mashed potatoes are a delicious accompaniment to all kinds of main dishes. This dish doesn’t rely on oodles of butter or cream for flavor, and with the rich sweetness of roasted shallots, you’ll be glad you gave this dish a try.

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