Pasta salad
The perfect side for whatever you are grilling tonight! Packed with flavor and fresh veggies this colorful, easy side is a perfect go-to...
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Sides
Sweet & Savory Grilled Green Beans
Every season is grilling season! Why not throw the veggies on the grill and free up the oven. This recipe is a light alternative to green...
Cheddar Potatoes
Looking for an alternative to the standard scalloped or au gratin potatoes? Can't choose which ones you like better? Why choose! This...
Minestrone Soup
Clean out the freezer and veggie drawer! We often harvest and can or freeze veggies from the garden. With gardening season quickly...
Lemon Basil Quinoa
Don't be afraid! It's easy and I promise you are going to love it! A healthy alternative to rice, this is the perfect side dish for your...
Fried Rice
My favorite side with any Asian inspired meal. Great as a stand alone dish as well. Make it your own by adding your favorite vegetables...
Thai Spaghetti Squash
Spaghetti squash is so versatile! Still digging into our fall harvest I was craving Thai food and got inspired. This version of spaghetti...
Roasted Beets
My love of beets came later in life. Now I can't get enough of the earthy taste of them. Always a staple in our garden, we process and...
Smoked Trout Dip
If you are looking for new ways to serve up all that smoked trout, look no further! I brought this dip to a holiday party and it was a...
Cheesy, Bacon Polenta
What is polenta? Isn't that grits? Isn't that a pile of flovorless mush? NO! You are about to fall in love with the "other" side dish. A...
GG's Dinner Rolls
Holiday meals just aren't the same without these. My Grandmother was an amazing baker. I always looked forward to her fresh rolls at...
Quiche
This is another favorite for hosting brunch, Christmas or Sunday mornings. Not everyone likes a sweet breakfast, this is perfect for your...
Grandpa's Crepes
Mmmm the memories! Do you need a little something special to serve up for brunch? Christmas morning maybe? Any day of the week when you...
Baked Goat Cheese Dip
This is my absolute favorite appetizer to bring to parties! Even if you aren't a goat cheese fan (yet) I guarantee you will love this...
Stuffed Mushrooms
This low carb, healthy recipe is a perfect appetizer for parties or a yummy side dish with your favorite steak. One of my favorites to...
Meatballs
This recipe is so versatile! Serve them as a party appetizer with dipping sauce. Add your favorite marinara sauce for spaghetti and...
Turkey Biscuit Bites
A whole new take on Thanksgiving leftovers! You are going to love this! It's like Thanksgiving dinner all rolled up in a biscuit. Putting...
Roasted Beets, Brussels & Butternut
This colorful roasted veggie side would a be delicious addition to your traditional Thanksgiving Day feast and beyond! The savory oven...
Barley and Mushroom Risotto
This vitamin, fiber, protein rich ancient grain is something I highly recommend you incorporate into your repertoire. Such a lovely...
Irish Soda Bread
The day I discovered Irish Soda bread was a great day! I bake this rustic, no yeast quick bread to pair with a lot of my recipes. You can...
Spanish Rice
My favorite sidekick to all Mexican food recipes in my repertoire. It's easier than you think... forget the stuff in a box, you can do...
Huckleberry Reduction Sauce: For Meat Dishes
Toying with fruit and berry based reduction sauces has not been something I was excited about pursuing. However, I am in love with...
Grilled Zucchini Rounds
Skip the potatoes! This will be your new favorite side. Zucchini is so versatile, it will take on any flavor you want it to. So quick and...
Savory Zucchini Bread
With the abundance of zucchini popping up in the garden this year I wanted to think outside the box and try a savory zucchini bread...
Zucchini Pie
A great way to use some of those extra zuchs from the garden. Great as a side dish for breakfast or dinner. Or add some protein and make...
Zucchini Noodles "Zoodles"
Looking for a way to reduce your carbs and use up all that zucchini from the garden? Here you go! Such a great substitute for pasta....
Fried Green Tomatoes
When you just can't wait for the tomato harvest to be ready! A great way to keep those tomato plants producing until fall. This is one of...
Mama's Potato Salad
I talk about recipes being in the family for generations...this is one of those. My Mama's recipe. So many memories - Bottom line, this...
Grandma's Country Cheese Bread
I can't take credit for this recipe. It has been handed down for generations! Courtesy of my Grandma Nelson, this bread was a staple...
Roasted Potatoes
The wonderful thing about potatoes is they pair well with pretty much everything, especially this recipe! One of my favorite sides with a...
Sauteed Greens
Don't toss your greens! When you are thinning your garden or harvesting those veggies keep the leafy tops. They make a great side to any...
Spaghetti Squash Vegetable Medley
This hearty side just might change your pasta eating habits! Such an easy, tasty way to use up those garden veggies. Servings: 6 Prep...
Olive Loaf
This homemade bread is fantastic as an appetizer or a side dish to any meal. Nothing makes the house feel like home more than homemade...
Roasted Asparagus
A quick, easy side dish that compliments almost any meal. The seasoning and texture will make it one of your favorites. Servings: 8 Prep...
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