Side
Roasted Brussels Sprouts
These brussels sprouts with crispy edges and deep caramelization are the ultimate addition to holiday meals, weeknight grain bowls, and more.
By Paul Grimes
Bacon Mac ’n’ Cheese Jalapeño Bites
These mac-and-cheese-stuffed jalapeño poppers can be prepped in advance and tossed in the oven shortly before the party starts for an easy-peasy-cheesy crowd-pleaser.
By Maegan Brown
Djon Djon
This quintessential Haitian rice dish is named for the djon djon mushroom, which grows in the north of Haiti, but you can use djon djon bouillon cubes instead.
By JJ Johnson
Smoked Feta Dip
If you want to add a little heat to this simple smoked feta tip, start by throwing in some chopped hot peppers or even your favorite hot sauce.
By Mark Anderson and Ryan Fey
Grilled Swiss Chard and Zucchini With Raspberry-Macerated Onions
The dramatic red raspberry-macerated onions are lovely with chard and zucchini, but you can also serve them with grilled chicken or even charcuterie.
By Dan Clapson and Twyla Campbell
Mashed Sweet Potatoes
Six ingredients (including salt and pepper) stand between you and what may just be the world’s most perfect side dish.
By Gina Marie Miraglia Eriquez
Cast Iron Garlic Shrimp With Chorizo and Green Olives
This rustic baked shrimp dish is almost prefab, thanks to overnight prep and quick, day-of cooking. Serve with plenty of bread for dipping.
By Amy Thielen
Spicy Garlicky Corn Cheese Ciabatta
Garlic bread meets Korean corn cheese—a simple dish that consists of sweet canned corn kernels, lots of mayonnaise, and mozzarella cheese.
By James Park
Chili Crisp Panzanella
Take panzanella up a notch by mixing chili crisp into golden-brown bread cubes to add the right amount of heat and savory notes to this refreshing salad.
By James Park
Spicy Celery, Tofu, and Glass Noodle Salad
Based on a beloved jellyfish salad, this jellyfish-free glass noodle salad showcases crunchy celery and tofu smothered in a sesame-vinegar dressing.
By Hetty McKinnon
Glazed Carrots
An easy side dish for weeknights and holidays, these glazed carrots are coated in a buttery brown sugar syrup.
By Amy Mastrangelo
Noodle Kugel
If grandma won’t reveal her secrets, let this classic noodle kugel recipe be your guide.
By Phyllis Roberts
Creamed Corn
This old-fashioned recipe is simple and memorable; the secret is starting with fresh, juicy corn on the cob.
By Ruth Cousineau
Sardines With Roasted Tomatoes, Fennel, and Saffron
Sardines are a sustainable fish option, and tossing them with charred fennel and bright, roasted cherry tomatoes might just be the best thing to do with them.
By Rebecca Seal
Som Thum Tua-Thai (Som-Thum-Style Green Beans)
The texture and flavor of green beans make a great swap for green papaya in this Thai salad.
By Arnold Myint
Yum Khai Dao (Fried Egg Salad)
This Thai salad highlights bold, bright flavors, pairing lacy fried eggs, a punchy dressing, and fresh vegetables.
By Arnold Myint
Yum Woon Sen (Glass Noodle Salad)
Bean thread noodles absorb the bright, citrusy flavors of the dressing that’s made with lime juice, fish sauce, and Thai chiles in this Thai noodle salad recipe.
By Arnold Myint
Skillet Cornbread
Proof that the best cornbread isn’t necessarily the most complicated, this easy recipe gets it on the table in 30 minutes.
By Lillian Chou
Green Beans Amandine
Made with haricots verts, nutty brown butter, and toasted almonds, this French classic is a perennial favorite.
By Anna Stockwell
Sweet Potato Casserole With Easy Candied Pecans
Brown sugar and chopped pecans form a crackly topping as this sweet potato casserole bakes.
By Olde Union House