side dishes

Crock Pot Dressing

December 19, 2011

This is a new recipe on my Christmas dinner menu this year. A friend shared it on fb today and it sounds so good (and easy). It will be nice to have this taken care on the the crock pot so it’s one less thing I have to worry about getting in the oven! Can’t [...]

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Fruit Salad

November 24, 2011

I had a fruit salad I’ve never had before today at Thanksgiving dinner and it was delicious. Growing up we always made fruit salad with various canned fruits and cool whip. This had a great glaze to it so I asked for the recipe (of course!). The secret ingredient….peach pie filling! Wow, I would have [...]

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Homemade Mashed Potatoes

June 9, 2011

There’s nothing better than some good ‘ol homemade mashed potatoes! This is a recipe for traditional, homemade mashed potatoes and they turn out perfect every time! Homemade Mashed Potatoes Ingredients 6 Medium Russet Potatoes, peeled and cubed 1/2 Cup warm Milk 1/2 Cup Butter or Margerine 3/4 Teaspoon Salt Dash Pepper Directions Place potatoes in [...]

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Crockpot Mac ‘n Cheese

April 22, 2010

Need I say more?! Crockpot Macaroni and Cheese Printable Version: Crockpot Mac ‘n Cheese Ingredients 6 cups cooked macaroni (about 3 cups dry) 4 Tbsp butter 4 cups evaporated milk 6 cups shredded or grated cheese 2 tsp salt 1/2 tsp pepper In large mixing bowl, toss cooked macaroni with butter. Stir in evaporated milk, [...]

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Hash Brown Casserole

September 28, 2009

My husband is in the choir at our church and they started a Supper Club over the summer. Friday night, we had Supper Club at a friend’s house and had THE BEST home cooked dinner! Grilled pork chops and sausage, baked beans, rolls, corn, hash brown casserole, and brownies with ice cream for dessert! Oh [...]

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Fiesta Salad

August 17, 2009

I have had this dish many times at different pot luck gatherings and have made it a few times myself. It tastes great, people always love it, and it’s really easy to make. I learned of this great dish from a dear friend of mine from high school (love ya, Danah!). The first time I [...]

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Strawberry Pretzel Salad

November 25, 2008

This is always a favorite amongst the Thanksgiving feast. It’s a perfect combination of salty and sweet. A great addition to any Thanksgiving table!! Strawberry Pretzel Salad Recipe Courtesy: Paula Deen Printable Recipe: Strawberry Pretzel Salad Ingredients: • 2 cups crushed pretzels • 3/4 cup melted butter • 3 tablespoons sugar, plus 3/4 cup sugar [...]

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Baked Mashed Potatoes with Paremesan Cheese and Bread Crumbs

November 25, 2008

Hello??! How good do these sound!!! While doing things around the house Saturday, we had the Food Network Channel on in the background. All day it was noting but Thanksgiving this, Thanksgiving that…..it was GREAT! Plus it was with all of my favorite people like Paula Deen, Guy Fieri, Giada De Laurentiis, The Neely’s, just [...]

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Corn Casserole

November 24, 2008

Another great side dish to add to your Thanksgiving Feast….. Corn Casserole Printable Version: Corn Casserole Ingredients: 1 can whole kernel corn, not drained 1 can cream-style corn 1/2 cup butter or margarine, melted 1 cup sour cream 2 eggs beaten 1 box jiffy cornbread mix 1 cup grated cheese (optional) Directions: Mix all ingredients [...]

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Cranberry-Pineapple Minis

November 24, 2008

This would not only be great for dinner Thanksgiving Day, but it would also be great to take with you to Thanksgiving Pot-Lucks, parties, and such. No need to worry with dishing out or a possible mess. Everyone has their own individual serving of this tasty little side dish. Cranberry-Pineapple Minis Printable Version: Cranberry-Pineapple MInis [...]

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