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Blue Ribbon Side Recipes

Memorable sides can make the meal... or even become a meal in themselves. Dig into these scrumptious sides: vegetables, casseroles, risottos, beans and more!

Jars of Fresh Pickled Cucumber Salad.

Fresh Pickled Cucumber Salad

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By LINDA BAILEY
This stays in the refrigerator for up to two months, but never lasts that long! ...
(1 rating)
Baking dish filled with Out-of-This-World Baked Beans.

Out-of-this-world Baked Beans

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By Norma DeRemer
I have made this so long that I don't remember where I got the recipe. ...
(2 ratings)
Better Than KFC Coleslaw in a serving dish.

Better Than K.f.c Coleslaw

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By Brenda-Lee Barajas
I promise you if you make this coleslaw, you will like this. It has just ...
(17 ratings)
German Cucumber Salad a.k.a. Gurken Salad in a bowl.

German Cucumber Salad, A.k.a. Gurken Salat

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By Diane C.
I got this recipe from my neighbor's mother. She taught me how to make it. ...
(2 ratings)
Greek Asparagus Salad on a plate.

Greek Asparagus Salad

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By Nick Monfire
It's such a simple and easy recipe with huge flavors.
(2 ratings)
Grilled Caesar Salad on a plate.

Grilled Caesar Salad

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By Trish Morris
I had this once in a bistro and copied it to my liking. I hope ...
(5 ratings)
Bacon and Tomato Pasta Salad in a serving bowl.

Bacon And Tomato Pasta Salad

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By Marianne Gleason
Perfect side dish for a hot summer night. It comes together quickly and is ...
(4 ratings)

Cajun Potato Salad Brandy's Way

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By Brandy Male
This is one I can't stop using because it is so tasty. You can mash ...
(2 ratings)
Platter of Herbalicious Grilled Corn.

Herbalicious Grilled Corn

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By Jane Thompson
We love grilled corn at our house. This is a great accompaniment to grilled ribs, ...
(3 ratings)
Mediterranean Salad in a serving bowl.

Mediterranean Salad

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By Liz Carrier
Light salad with great Greek flavor. After a couple of hours, the croutons will begin ...
(6 ratings)
Golden brown Ritz Zucchini Cheddar Casserole.

Ritz Zucchini Cheddar Casserole

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By Deb Crane
This cracker zucchini cheddar casserole is truly addicting. You can use yellow squash and or ...
(19 ratings)
Golden brown Carrot Croquettes on a plate.

Carrot Croquettes

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By Vivian Queen-Chase
This recipe was made by my Aunt Afton to get her kids (6 and me) ...
(4 ratings)
A platter of Spinach Balls.

Spinach Balls

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By Candy Beard
I can't keep enough of these on hand after making them. My granddaughters hunt them ...
(5 ratings)
Roasted Vegetables With Pasta in a serving bowl.

Roasted Vegetables With Pasta

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By Ina Cobh
This is my go-to picnic recipe. I love it!
(11 ratings)
Colorful Party Pasta Salad in a serving bowl.

Colorful Party Pasta Salad

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By Megan Todd
This recipe is a family favorite that is requested for every bonfire, birthday party, holiday ...
(2 ratings)
A platter of Zucchini Fries with pizza sauce.

Zucchini Fries

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By Josphine Morrow
This recipe is a great way to get the kids to eat their vegetables because ...
(2 ratings)
A bowl of Grilled Peaches.

Grilled Peaches By Freda

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By FREDA GABLE
Grilled peaches and Georgia peaches, of course, are a wonderful surprise while camping or anytime. ...
(2 ratings)
A serving of squash casserole on a plate.

Slap Your Mama It's So Delicious Southern Squash Casserole

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By Sherri Jackson
This is a tried and true Southern recipe that can be modified by adding meat ...
(17 ratings)
Spaghetti Squash Casserole with melted cheese.

Spaghetti Squash Casserole

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By Tonya Young
I'm always looking for a way to eat squash and this is a great one. ...
(11 ratings)
Jars of Summer Vinegar Salad.

Summer Vinegar Salad

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By Jewel Hall
I like a fresh vegetable salad that will last several days. This makes two quarts. ...
(2 ratings)
A platter of Amish Onion Fritters.

Amish Onion Fritters

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By Lillian Russo
These are delicious onion fritters that I have made many times. This batter would also ...
(15 ratings)
A platter of Parmesan Crusted Summer Squash.

Parmesan-crusted Summer Squash

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By Linda Smith
Something different as a side dish. I also eat them for breakfast.
(1 rating)
A platter of Squash Stir-Fry.

Squash Stir-fry

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By Beverley Williams
To make this side dish vegetarian, substitute vegetable broth for the chicken broth.
(3 ratings)
Bonnie's Potato and Onion Pie.

Bonnie's Potato And Onion Pie

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By BonniE !
This is a great side dish with tons of flavor and is easy to prepare. ...
(11 ratings)
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