Category: Side Dishes & Salads

Okra and Tomatoes

I like to stock up on canned goods before winter. That’s how I ended up trying a can of Margaret Holmes Tomato, Okra and Corn. My wife and I both loved it. That set me down the path to finding something similar that I could make at home.

That brought me to this okra and tomatoes recipe. My wife declared this to be the best side dish I’ve ever made. And I have to agree, it is the perfect side dish. It has that cooked-all-day flavor, but without the fuss. Perfect on a cool day for sure. Oh, and no, I didn’t add corn, but you could. My wife’s not the biggest fan of the corn part of the canned version, so she liked this even more!

Okra and Tomatoes

Frozen Okra Is Fine

I couldn’t find fresh okra (sadly, it can be hard to come by here in Indiana) so I used frozen, which worked out wonderfully. You can add a can of corn kernels (about a cup or so frozen) if you wish, but this dish is really great as it is.

I’m contemplating adding smoked sausage next time (update: try my smothered okra and tomatoes with shrimp and andouille!). The okra and tomatoes have that sort of gumbo feel to it, and a little smoked sausage would take it from a side dish to a main course in no time.

I like to use my good ole trusty Dutch oven to make this soup and pretty much darned near anything like it on my stovetop. It’s nice and big and sturdy. That extra weight helps it maintain and distribute heat perfectly. As an added bonus, it’s actually pretty easy to clean up too!

Amazon Basics Enameled Cast Iron Covered Round Dutch Oven, 6-Quart, Blue
Amazon Basics Enameled Cast Iron Covered Round Dutch Oven, 6-Quart, Blue

If you love okra as much as I do you’ll also want to make my okra giardiniera. It’s crazy good on a sandwich.

Okra and Tomatoes
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Okra and Tomatoes

It’s the perfect side dish. It has that cooked-all-day flavor, but without the fuss. Perfect on a cool day for sure.
Course Side
Cuisine American
Keyword okra, tomato
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 45 minutes
Total Time 55 minutes
Servings 6 servings
Calories 77kcal
Author Inspired by a recipe from The Lady & Sons

Equipment

Ingredients

Instructions

  • Heat a medium saucepan over medium-high heat and cook the bacon until tender but not crispy.
  • Add the onion and garlic and saute until the onion is tender.
  • Add the tomatoes and their juices along with the chicken base and sugar.
  • Stir and season with salt and pepper.
  • Reduce heat to a simmer and let simmer, uncovered, for 20 minutes.
  • Fresh okra: Add okra and cook another 20 minutes.
  • Frozen okra: Add okra and cook another 10 minutes.

Notes

Serve with cornbread.

Nutrition

Calories: 77kcal | Carbohydrates: 4g | Protein: 2g | Fat: 6g | Saturated Fat: 2g | Trans Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 10mg | Sodium: 297mg | Potassium: 53mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 3g | Vitamin A: 6IU | Vitamin C: 1mg | Calcium: 7mg | Iron: 1mg

Nutritional values are approximate.

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Fullstar Mandoline Slicer for Kitchen, Cheese Grater Vegetable Spiralizer and Veggie Slicer for Cooking & Meal Prep, Kitchen Gadgets Organizer & Safety Glove Included (11 in 1, White)

Maple Cranberry Sauce

I’m not usually a cranberry sauce-kind-of-guy, so I have no prior experience making it from scratch. But when I came across this recipe for maple cranberry sauce it sounded good (even to me) so I hopped right in and made a double batch for Thanksgiving. It was a big hit. I also discovered that cooking fresh cranberries can be fun. They go ‘pop’ as they cook. Cool!

Maple Cranberry Sauce

Surprisingly Good And Different

Use real maple syrup in this maple cranberry sauce. Only the real stuff. And as I note, I could not find fresh oranges. Substituting bottled came out just fine. Add about 1/4 cup, taste, and see if you want to add more. I used no-pulp orange juice. The sauce came out fantastic!

Maple Grove Farms Pure Maple Syrup, 12.5 Oz
Maple Grove Farms Pure Maple Syrup, 12.5 Oz

This sauce goes best with a turkey roasted on the Char-Broil Big Easy.

Maple Cranberry Sauce
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Maple Cranberry Sauce

I’m not usually a cranberry sauce-kind-of-guy, so I have no prior experience making it from scratch. But when I came across this recipe for maple cranberry sauce it sounded good (even to me) so I hopped right in and made a double batch for Thanksgiving. It was a big hit.
Course Side
Cuisine American
Keyword cranberry, sauce, sweet
Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 20 minutes
Servings 8
Calories 44kcal
Author Inspired by Gimme Some Oven

Equipment

Ingredients

  • 1 12 ounce fresh cranberries rinsed and picked over
  • ⅓ cup maple syrup
  • ⅓ cup water
  • 1 orange juiced and zested

Instructions

  • Transfer all ingredients to a medium saucepan over medium-high heat.
  • Stir and let the mixture simmer.
  • Reduce heat and simmer for 10 minutes or until thickened and all of the cranberries have burst. Stir occasionally.
  • Remove from heat and let cool slightly before serving.

Notes

I could not find fresh oranges so I substituted just over 1/4 cup of bottled no-pulp orange juice

Nutrition

Calories: 44kcal | Carbohydrates: 11g | Protein: 1g | Fat: 1g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Sodium: 2mg | Potassium: 60mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 10g | Vitamin A: 37IU | Vitamin C: 9mg | Calcium: 21mg | Iron: 1mg

Nutritional values are approximate.

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Fullstar Mandoline Slicer for Kitchen, Cheese Grater Vegetable Spiralizer and Veggie Slicer for Cooking & Meal Prep, Kitchen Gadgets Organizer & Safety Glove Included (11 in 1, White)

Melting Potatoes

Buttery creamy goodness. I could not have been happier with these melting potatoes. So good, so easy, and boy, did I ever eat more than my share. And then some. Good thing it was just my wife and me, because I would’ve had to explain where all the potatoes went if we would’ve had company over for dinner. This is one of those dishes where half of them never make it to the table because you’ve eaten much of them in the kitchen.

Melting Potatoes

Keep The Ketchup Far Away

If you’re normally tempted to put ketchup on your potatoes, don’t. These potatoes are absolutely perfect just as they are.

Yukon potatoes are the best potatoes by far for making melting potatoes. They are so tender and velvety. They get just a little golden brown crunchy edge to them. Just enough to contrast the tender insides.

You can use a knife to cut the potatoes. Or if you have a mandolin, use it instead to make quick work of slicing them. You want the slices to be pretty much the same thickness throughout so that they cook evenly.

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Mandoline Food Slicer, Adjustable Stainless Steel with Waffle Fry Cutter Crinkle Cut Potato Chip Vegetable Onion

Also try my roasted spiral potatoes and my Mississippi Mud cheesy potatoes. They’re pretty looking and pretty darned good tasting too!

Melting Potatoes
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Melting Potatoes

Buttery creamy goodness. I could not have been happier with these melting potatoes. So good, so easy, and boy, did I ever eat more than my share.
Course Side
Cuisine American
Keyword potatoes, roasted potatoes
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 45 minutes
Total Time 1 hour
Servings 4 servings
Calories 146kcal
Author Based on a recipe from Closet Cooking

Equipment

Ingredients

Instructions

  • Preheat oven to 450 F.
  • Place the potatoes into a large bowl.
  • Add the butter, thyme, salt and pepper and toss to coat.
  • Transfer to a rimmed baking sheet lined with a silicon baking mat or aluminum foil.
  • Bake for 15 minutes.
  • Flip the potatoes and cook another 15 minutes.
  • Add the chicken broth and garlic and stir.
  • Cook another 15 minutes or until golden brown.
  • Remove and serve sprinkled with Parmesan cheese.

Notes

For a change, try Pecorino-Romano cheese.

Nutrition

Calories: 146kcal | Carbohydrates: 31g | Protein: 4g | Fat: 1g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 2mg | Sodium: 241mg | Potassium: 790mg | Fiber: 4g | Sugar: 2g | Vitamin A: 34IU | Vitamin C: 38mg | Calcium: 46mg | Iron: 2mg

Nutritional values are approximate.

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Fullstar Mandoline Slicer for Kitchen, Cheese Grater Vegetable Spiralizer and Veggie Slicer for Cooking & Meal Prep, Kitchen Gadgets Organizer & Safety Glove Included (11 in 1, White)

Tater Tot Potato Skins

My wife declared these as “the only way we will cook tater tots from now on”. And I am in total agreement with her too. Just like potato skins they have a crunchy side and a soft side and taste, well, potato-y. They are topped with our favorite potato skin toppings, cheese, green onion and sour cream. These tater tot potato skins can be served as appetizers at your next party. Or serve them as a side at your next grill-out. Make sure you make lots of them, though, because they are crazy addicting.

Tater Tot Potato Skins

A Few Notes

You can actually skip the thawing of the tater tots and squash the tots after they have been in the oven for 10 minutes. I found this works fine, but not quite as well as when you fully thaw the tater tots first. They don’t squash out quite as flat, but they still get super duper crispy crunchy, which is the goal.

Squirty Sour Cream

I spoon sour cream into a squirt bottle to top these tater tot potato skins nice and evenly. You can of course spoon the sour cream directly on top, but I usually end up with a little too much in one spot and not enough in another. The squirt bottle solves that problem.

I highly recommend that you shred or grate your own cheese at home. Don’t buy the pre-shredded or pre-grated stuff. It has stuff added to it to keep it from sticking together. That ‘stuff’ affects how the cheese melts. Shred it yourself and use the good stuff.

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Geedel Rotary Cheese Grater, Kitchen Mandoline Vegetable Slicer with 3 Interchangeable Blades, Easy to Clean Rotary Grater Slicer for Fruit, Vegetables, Nuts

Also try my tater tot nachos.

Tater Tot Potato Skins
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Tater Tot Potato Skins

We declared these as “the only way we will cook tater tots from now on”.
Course Appetizer
Cuisine American
Keyword potato skins, tater tots
Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings 16 servings
Calories 162kcal
Author Based on a recipe from Genius Kitchen

Equipment

Ingredients

  • 2 pounds tater tots thawed completely
  • 1 cup extra sharp cheddar cheese shredded
  • ½ cup sour cream
  • 4 green onions sliced
  • 8 slices bacon cooked, crumbled

Instructions

  • Preheat oven to 400 F.
  • Spray two large baking sheets with non-stick spray (I found that a Silpat mat works best)
  • Use the back of a large spoon to flatten the tots. Don’t press too hard if they don’t flatten immediately.
  • Place into the oven for 10 minutes. Check if any of the tots need a bit more flattening.
  • Continue baking for another 10 minutes or until the tots are turning golden brown.
  • Sprinkle with cheese and continue baking until crispy.
  • Remove from the oven.
  • Transfer to a platter and drizzle with the sour cream and sprinkle with the green onions and bacon.

Notes

Best served immediately. You don’t want the toppings to make the tots soggy.

Nutrition

Calories: 162kcal | Carbohydrates: 15g | Protein: 4g | Fat: 10g | Saturated Fat: 4g | Trans Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 15mg | Sodium: 361mg | Potassium: 196mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 1g | Vitamin A: 149IU | Vitamin C: 5mg | Calcium: 69mg | Iron: 1mg

Nutritional values are approximate.

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Fullstar Mandoline Slicer for Kitchen, Cheese Grater Vegetable Spiralizer and Veggie Slicer for Cooking & Meal Prep, Kitchen Gadgets Organizer & Safety Glove Included (11 in 1, White)

Awesome Green Beans

My wife said that I must make these green beans again, and soon. She proclaimed them as ‘awesome’, and I definitely agree. This is not a complicated recipe, but it gives green beans fantastic flavor. They need help, let’s face it. No one has ever sat down with a bucket of cooked beans with nothing else on them and said “dang, these are awesome!”. Sit down with a bucket of these beans you will say “dang, these are awesome!”. You won’t want to make beans any other way again.

Awesome Green Beans

No Boring Beans Here!

Do not skimp on the chicken broth. I (almost) always use my homemade broth, but you can use a good quality store-bought broth or stock instead. For something totally different, substitute smoked turkey broth.

You could use a fresh red bell pepper instead. I like using roasted peppers because the roasting adds a nice different flavor to the beans.

I like to use my good ole trusty Dutch oven to make these beans and pretty much darned near anything like it on my stovetop. It’s nice and big and sturdy. That extra weight helps it maintain and distribute heat perfectly. As an added bonus, it’s actually pretty easy to clean up too!

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Amazon Basics Enameled Cast Iron Covered Round Dutch Oven, 6-Quart, Blue

Also try my copycat of the great green beans from Outback Steakhouse.

Awesome Green Beans
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Awesome Green Beans

My wife said that I must make these green beans again, and soon. She proclaimed them as ‘awesome’, and I definitely agree.
Course Side
Cuisine American
Keyword green beans
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 35 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings 4 servings
Calories 63kcal
Author Inspired by a recipe from Ree Drummond

Equipment

Ingredients

Instructions

  • Melt the butter in a large pot over medium-high heat.
  • Add the garlic and onions and cook for one minute.
  • Add the green beans and cook until bright green, about 1 minute.
  • Add the remaining ingredients and stir.
  • Reduce heat to a low simmer. Cover but leave the cover slightly ajar and simmer until most of the liquid evaporates and the beans are crisp-tender, 20-30 minutes. Add more broth if needed.
  • Check the seasoning and serve.

Notes

You can omit the red peppers if they’re not your thing.

Nutrition

Calories: 63kcal | Carbohydrates: 13g | Protein: 3g | Fat: 1g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 1mg | Sodium: 471mg | Potassium: 383mg | Fiber: 4g | Sugar: 6g | Vitamin A: 888IU | Vitamin C: 29mg | Calcium: 73mg | Iron: 2mg

Nutritional values are approximate.

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Fullstar Mandoline Slicer for Kitchen, Cheese Grater Vegetable Spiralizer and Veggie Slicer for Cooking & Meal Prep, Kitchen Gadgets Organizer & Safety Glove Included (11 in 1, White)

Parmesan Broccoli Potatoes

My wife proclaimed that the broccoli in these Parmesan broccoli potatoes was the best she’s ever had. I guess I could’ve left out the potatoes but they were my favorite! It’s a win-win dish for us! I made them on the grill, cooking them over indirect heat, but you can cook them in the oven just as easily. They really are fantastic!

Parmesan Broccoli Potatoes

Done To Perfection

After about 10 minutes I checked on the Parmesan broccoli potatoes and gave them a little stir. If they’re looking a little dry don’t be afraid to add a bit (1/4 cup at most!) of water and stir. Depending on how big your potatoes and broccoli florets are you might need a bit longer than the 15 minute cooking time. You want them to be tender but not falling apart. I like to use a skewer to poke them. If the skewer goes into the potato without much resistance, they’re done and ready to serve!

Although you can make these potatoes in the oven, you can also make them on a grill. I recommend that you use a grill basket if you do. I makes cooking easier and you don’t have to worry about anything falling through the grates. And cleanup is easier too!

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Weber Deluxe Grilling Basket

Also try my grill-roasted herb potatoes.

Parmesan Broccoli Potatoes
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Parmesan Broccoli Potatoes

My wife proclaimed that the broccoli in these Parmesan broccoli potatoes was the best she’s ever had. I guess I could’ve left out the potatoes but they were my favorite! 
Course Side
Cuisine American
Keyword broccoli, Parmesan, potatoes
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings 6 servings
Calories 124kcal
Author Inspired by a recipe from Damn Delicious

Equipment

Ingredients

Instructions

  • If cooking in the oven, preheat to 400 F. If cooking on a grill fire up your grill for indirect cooking.
  • Place potatoes in a large bowl.
  • Add the garlic, Italian seasoning, onion powder, salt and pepper.
  • Drizzle with oil and toss gently to coat.
  • Fold in the broccoli.
  • Transfer to a baking dish (oven) or disposable aluminum pan (grill). Add the water and cover with foil.
  • Bake or grill about 15 minutes or until the potatoes are tender.
  • Serve topped with Parmesan and garnished with parsley.

Notes

Use a toothpick to test the potatoes for doneness.

Nutrition

Calories: 124kcal | Carbohydrates: 22g | Protein: 6g | Fat: 2g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 3mg | Sodium: 172mg | Potassium: 700mg | Fiber: 5g | Sugar: 3g | Vitamin A: 771IU | Vitamin C: 117mg | Calcium: 131mg | Iron: 2mg

Nutritional values are approximate.

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Fullstar Mandoline Slicer for Kitchen, Cheese Grater Vegetable Spiralizer and Veggie Slicer for Cooking & Meal Prep, Kitchen Gadgets Organizer & Safety Glove Included (11 in 1, White)

Tangy Bean Salad

One thing is guaranteed. Put a bean salad in front of me, and it’s going to disappear. For me, it doesn’t get any better or easier. The perfect contrast in textures and flavors. A little sweet. A little tang. There are hundreds of variations on bean salad, and I am pretty sure I’ve made and enjoyed them all. This tangy bean salad is no exception. Made in no time, but better after it gets happy in the fridge for a few hours first.

Tangy Bean Salad

Open To Changes

Like with any good ole bean salad you can change this tangy bean salad up to suit your tastes. I think a few slices or fresh jalapeno are great if you like a little kick. Roasted red bell pepper instead of green bell pepper is also a nice change. You can get roasted peppers in a jar usually by the pickles in the grocery store. They’re nicely sweet and really tasty.

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Lucy’s Family Owned – Natural Distilled White Vinegar, 1 Gallon (128 oz) – 5% Acidity (White Vinegar, 1 Gallon (128 fl oz.))

Also try my mom’s world-famous bean salad.

Tangy Bean Salad
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Tangy Bean Salad

There are hundreds of variations on bean salad, and I am pretty sure I’ve made and enjoyed them all. This tangy bean salad is no exception. Made in no time, but better after it gets happy in the fridge for a few hours first.
Course Salad
Cuisine American
Keyword bean salad
Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 4 hours
Total Time 4 hours 5 minutes
Servings 8 servings
Calories 281kcal
Author Based on a recipe from More Favorite Brand Name Recipes

Equipment

Ingredients

Instructions

  • In a large bowl, whisk together the vinegar, sugar, and oil.
  • Add the onion and bell pepper and mix.
  • Add beans to the bowl and toss to coat.
  • Season with salt and pepper, cover and refrigerate for at least 4 hours.

Notes

Stir before using.

Nutrition

Calories: 281kcal | Carbohydrates: 34g | Protein: 7g | Fat: 14g | Saturated Fat: 11g | Sodium: 9mg | Potassium: 492mg | Fiber: 7g | Sugar: 15g | Vitamin A: 434IU | Vitamin C: 32mg | Calcium: 66mg | Iron: 3mg

Nutritional values are approximate.

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Fullstar Mandoline Slicer for Kitchen, Cheese Grater Vegetable Spiralizer and Veggie Slicer for Cooking & Meal Prep, Kitchen Gadgets Organizer & Safety Glove Included (11 in 1, White)

Jalapeno Popper Grilled Corn Salad

Corn is in season and that’s a happy time for me. And as much as I love grilled corn-on-the-cob, corn in salads is tied for my favorite way to get some good fresh corn into my belly. Like this jalapeno popper grilled corn salad. Creamy dressing. Crunchy bacon. Deliciously sweet corn. And a little heat. This is the perfect side dish for a grill-out or picnic. Make extra because everyone is going to want seconds. Even grandma. Well, if she likes a little spiciness that is. Now that I think about it, you might want to warn her first that this salad does contain jalapenos.

Jalapeño Popper Grilled Corn Salad

Fresh Is Best

I prefer to use fresh corn when I make jalapeno popper grilled corn salad. We’re getting our corn from the southern US now, but soon they’ll be harvesting corn here in Indiana. Almost time for my yearly ritual of putting up corn for the winter. I race on down to our local farmer’s market, Binford Farmer’s Market, and load up on corn as soon as it’s available. And I do mean load up. My favorite? My Dad’s Sweet Corn from Tipton, Indiana. Hand-picked and incredibly sweet, they always have great corn.

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Weber 3 Piece Stainless Steel Premium Tool Set, Black

Also try my chili cheese Frito salad.

Jalapeño Popper Grilled Corn Salad
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Jalapeño Popper Grilled Corn Salad

And as much as I love grilled corn-on-the-cob, corn in salads is tied for my favorite way to get some good fresh corn into my belly. Like this jalapeno popper grilled corn salad.
Course Side
Cuisine American
Keyword corn, salad
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour 30 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 45 minutes
Servings 8 cups
Calories 439kcal
Author Inspired by Wonky Wonderful

Ingredients

  • 8 ears fresh corn husks NOT removed
  • Olive oil
  • kosher salt
  • freshly ground black pepper
  • 2 jalapenos stems and seeds removed, minced
  • 1 cup bacon cooked, chopped
  • 2 ounces cream cheese softened
  • ¼ cup sour cream
  • 1 cup extra sharp cheddar cheese finely shredded

Instructions

  • Fire up your grill for medium heat grilling.
  • Peel back the husks from the corn but do not remove them. Remove all silks.
  • Lightly brush the corn with olive oil and season with salt and pepper.
  • Pull the husks back around the corn and tightly wrap in foil.
  • Place on the grill and cook 20 minutes, rotating often.
  • Open the foil and continue cooking until the corn is tender.
  • Remove the corn from the grill and let cool until you can cut the kernels from the ears.
  • Combine the corn with all remaining ingredients.
  • Refrigerate for at least 1 hour before serving.

Notes

Stir before serving.

Nutrition

Calories: 439kcal | Carbohydrates: 18g | Protein: 7g | Fat: 39g | Saturated Fat: 17g | Trans Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 54mg | Sodium: 174mg | Potassium: 285mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 6g | Vitamin A: 488IU | Vitamin C: 10mg | Calcium: 119mg | Iron: 1mg

Nutritional values are approximate.

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Weber 6493 21-Inch 3-Sided Grill Brush

Creamy Dill Broccoli Slaw

This creamy dill broccoli slaw is a wonderful spin on my favorite salad, creamy cucumber salad. Loaded with dill and a hint of lime, it has a great summer flavor with plenty of crunch to it. I added a few sliced fresh chili peppers and chives from our garden for garnish. Cilantro would also make a great addition to this slaw.

Creamy Dill Broccoli Slaw

Crunchy. And Then Some.

You can substitute ‘normal’ shredded cabbage for the broccoli if you wish. Broccoli slaw tends to stay crunchier longer than cabbage, which can get soggy in no time. If you do make this creamy dill broccoli slaw with cabbage instead, sauce only the amount of slaw you plan on serving. That way the leftovers won’t get drenched in sauce and become soggy.

I almost always use Blue Plate mayonnaise in the dishes I make. I think it is the best around. If you can’t find it locally you can pick it up online for a fair price.

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Blue Plate Real Mayonnaise, Homestyle Mayo For Chicken Salad to Deviled Eggs, 30 Fl Oz (Pack of 1)

Also try my creamy cucumber salad.

Creamy Dill Broccoli Slaw
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Creamy Dill Broccoli Slaw

Loaded with dill and a hint of lime, this slaw has a great summer flavor with plenty of crunch to it.
Course Salad
Cuisine American
Keyword cole slaw, coleslaw, creamy, slaw
Prep Time 1 hour 10 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 10 minutes
Servings 6 servings
Calories 231kcal
Author Based on a recipe from Year on the Grill

Equipment

Ingredients

  • 4 cups broccoli slaw a small bag
  • ¾ cup mayonnaise
  • 1 lime lime zested and juiced
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • ¼ cup dill chopped
  • 2 tablespoons sugar
  • 1 teaspoon kosher salt
  • 1 teaspoon cumin I used slightly less
  • chile pepper sliced, for garnish (optional)
  • chives sliced, for garnish (optional)

Instructions

  • Place the slaw mix in a medium resealable container.
  • In a bowl, whisk together the remaining ingredients except for the garnish.
  • Add to the slaw.
  • Cover and shake gently to coat.
  • Refrigerate for at least 1 hour before serving.

Notes

Optionally, serve garnished with sliced pepper and chives.

Nutrition

Calories: 231kcal | Carbohydrates: 8g | Protein: 3g | Fat: 22g | Saturated Fat: 3g | Trans Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 12mg | Sodium: 608mg | Potassium: 272mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 5g | Vitamin A: 480IU | Vitamin C: 72mg | Calcium: 47mg | Iron: 1mg

Nutritional values are approximate.

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Fullstar Mandoline Slicer for Kitchen, Cheese Grater Vegetable Spiralizer and Veggie Slicer for Cooking & Meal Prep, Kitchen Gadgets Organizer & Safety Glove Included (11 in 1, White)

Roasted Spiral Potatoes

My oh my oh my these roasted spiral potatoes were good. And kinda pretty, too. But definitely delicious. The potatoes get cooked up perfectly, mixed with smoky bacon, garlic and seasonings. As the potatoes near their journey to doneness they are then topped with butter and cheese. Oh yeah! Garnished with sour cream and green onions, this is one mighty fine side dish.

Roasted Spiral Potatoes

Fancy, But Easy.

Assembling the potatoes in the pan is the key to having them cook perfectly (and look cool). It’s easier than it looks. Just cut all of your potatoes the same thickness (it’s up to you if you want to leave the skin on or not). Then for each circular layer select pieces that are roughly the same size. You then just lay them into a lightly oiled cast iron skillet at a slight angle, overlapping by about half. You’ll need one hand to hold them in place and one hand to add potatoes. Once you’ve made the full circle they’ll stay in place.

Roasted Spiral Potatoes

The Aroma Is Amazing

When the roasted spiral potatoes come out of the oven they are tender, covered in ooey gooey melted cheese. They look and smell out of this world. You’ll never want to cook potatoes any other way.

Make sure you add a good bit of paprika to the spice mixture. It adds great color.

Roasted Spiral Potatoes

This dish is best prepared in a cast iron skillet. Nothing conducts heat better!

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Lodge Seasoned Cast Iron 3 Skillet Bundle. 12 inches and 10.25 inches with 8 inch Set of 3 Cast Iron Frying Pans

These potatoes go great with a grilled steak. The perfect meat-and-potatoes dinner! Also try my melt-in-your mouth melting potatoes.

Roasted Spiral Potatoes
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Roasted Spiral Potatoes

My oh my oh my these roasted spiral potatoes were good. And kinda pretty, too. But definitely delicious.
Course Side
Cuisine American
Keyword roasted potatoes
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour 5 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 20 minutes
Servings 8 servings
Calories 159kcal
Author Inspired by a recipe from The Culinary Fanatic

Equipment

Ingredients

Instructions

  • Preheat oven to 400 F.
  • Lightly oil your skillet.
  • Lightly toss the potatoes with 1 tablespoon oil and the minced garlic
  • Layer potatoes around the edge of the skillet. You’ll want to select pieces that are roughly the same size. Over lap the potatoes by about half, using one hand to add potatoes while the other hand keeps the potatoes in place. You’ll want them to be at about a 60 degree angle, slightly angled back, following the contour of the skillet.
  • Once your first layer is done, add two more, each inside of the other. You might need four total layers depending on the size of your skillet and potatoes.
  • When you get to the end you’ll have a little round ‘hole’ in the middle. Place a potato end (point-side up) in that spot to complete the arrangement.
  • Combine the seasonings and sprinkle over the tops of the potatoes. Don’t be shy.
  • Sprinkle the bacon pieces over the top and place in the oven for 45 minutes.
  • Drizzle with the butter, raise the temperature to 425 F, and cook another 15 minutes.
  • Sprinkle with the cheese and return to the oven for 5 minutes to melt the cheese.
  • Serve garnished with sour cream and green onions.

Notes

You’ll need a cast iron skillet to make these roasted spiral potatoes. The larger the skillet, the more potatoes you will need. I used a 10″ Lodge.

Nutrition

Calories: 159kcal | Carbohydrates: 25g | Protein: 4g | Fat: 5g | Saturated Fat: 3g | Trans Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 5mg | Sodium: 62mg | Potassium: 584mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 1g | Vitamin A: 5IU | Vitamin C: 9mg | Calcium: 23mg | Iron: 1mg

Nutritional values are approximate.

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Fullstar Mandoline Slicer for Kitchen, Cheese Grater Vegetable Spiralizer and Veggie Slicer for Cooking & Meal Prep, Kitchen Gadgets Organizer & Safety Glove Included (11 in 1, White)