Category: Side Dishes & Salads

Smoked Chicken Cobb Salad

A big Cobb salad makes for a great side dish. Or main dish for that matter. I had some smoked chicken left over and decided to make it the center of this smoked chicken Cobb salad. Of course you can go crazy with a Cobb with whatever meats and veggies or fruits you want. That’s the beauty of a Cobb. No rules. No judgement.

Smoked Chicken Cobb Salad

My Kind Of Salad

I was feeling particularly artsy, so I waffle cut some radish and cucumbers for this smoked chicken Cobb salad. It’s nice to always do something a little different. It doesn’t have to be big, it can be something as subtle as a waffle cut. People will remember it and it really didn’t take any extra effort.

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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Also try my smoked shrimp cobb salad.

Smoked Chicken Cobb Salad
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Smoked Chicken Cobb Salad

A big Cobb salad makes for a great side dish. Or main dish for that matter. I had some smoked chicken left over and decided to make it the center of this smoked chicken Cobb salad
Course Main
Cuisine American
Prep Time 20 minutes
Total Time 20 minutes
Author Mike

Ingredients

  • Green and red leaf lettuce chopped
  • Smoked chicken cubed (any cooked chicken will do)
  • Bacon cooked, drained, chopped
  • Eggs hard boiled and rough chopped
  • Avocado rough chopped
  • Cucumber sliced thin
  • Radishes sliced thin
  • Extra sharp cheddar shredded
  • Cherry tomatoes halved

Other toppings

Instructions

  • Layer lettuce on a large platter.
  • Top with remaining ingredients, placing in rows.
  • Serve.

Notes

Choose your favorite toppings.

Nutritional values are approximate.

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Ritzy Brussels Sprouts

I should’ve doubled this recipe for ritzy Brussels sprouts when I made it. These tasty little bites didn’t last long at all. Normally, I just roast Brussels sprouts, but this version is so cheesy good. The crackers and nuts add a nice light crunch, contrasting the smooth cheese and tender sprouts. This is the kind of dish that has changed my mind about eating Brussels sprouts!

Ritzy Brussels Sprouts

A Different Kind Of Holiday Casserole

These Ritzy Brussels sprouts are almost like a green bean casserole, really, but with a nice nutty crunch to boot. Why serve that old ‘boring’ Thanksgiving side dish when you can serve something new and awesome!

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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Also try my sauteed shredded Brussels sprouts and my creamy garlic Parmesan Brussels sprouts.

Ritzy Brussels Sprouts
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Ritzy Brussels Sprouts

I should’ve doubled this recipe for ritzy Brussels sprouts when I made it. These tasty little bites didn’t last long at all. Normally, I just roast Brussels sprouts, but this version is so cheesy good. 
Course Side
Cuisine American
Keyword Brussels sprouts
Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 35 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings 4
Calories 122kcal
Author Based on a recipe from The Southern Lady Cooks

Equipment

Ingredients

Instructions

  • Preheat oven to 400 F.
  • Spray a 1 quart casserole dish (I used a pie plate) with non-stick spray.
  • Spread the Brussels sprouts out evenly in the bottom of the dish.
  • In a bowl, combine the soup, milk, minced onion, garlic powder, pepper, and chili powder. Pour over top of the Brussels sprouts and spread out evenly.
  • Sprinkle top with the crumbled crackers, cheese and the nuts.
  • Bake 30-35 minutes or until bubbly hot.

Notes

Store leftovers in the fridge and reheat in a 350 F oven for 15-20 minutes.

Nutrition

Calories: 122kcal | Carbohydrates: 13g | Protein: 8g | Fat: 6g | Saturated Fat: 3g | Cholesterol: 16mg | Sodium: 127mg | Potassium: 506mg | Fiber: 5g | Sugar: 4g | Vitamin A: 1061IU | Vitamin C: 97mg | Calcium: 172mg | Iron: 2mg

Nutritional values are approximate.

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Roasted Mushrooms

Nothing beats roasted mushrooms. Although I love sautéed mushrooms, roasting them really brings out their wonderful earthy flavors even more. I like making a big batch of these mushrooms and putting them on whatever I’m serving that day. From burgers to grilled polenta they’re great. The balsamic vinegar adds a really nice tang to the roasted mushrooms. You can omit it if you like, but if you do, add something in with a little herby flavor, such as Italian seasoning.

Roasted Mushrooms

I Like Them A Bit Crunchy

These can keep for a few days in the fridge after you make them. Don’t overcook them or they’ll get a bit soggy. It’s personal preference, but I prefer mine to have just a bit of crunch to them. Just a little texture. I don’t want them to be all mushy!

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Also try my spicy grilled mushrooms.

Roasted Mushrooms
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Roasted Mushrooms

Nothing beats roasted mushrooms. Although I love sautéed mushrooms, roasting them really brings out their wonderful earthy flavors even more.
Course Side
Cuisine American
Keyword mushroom, roasted
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings 4
Calories 1025kcal
Author Based on a recipe from Picture-Perfect Meals

Equipment

Ingredients

Instructions

  • Preheat oven to 425 F.
  • Place mushrooms, garlic, olive oil and balsamic vinegar in a baking dish (I used a 9″ x 9″ pan). Stir to combine.
  • Add salt and pepper, to taste.
  • Sprinkle the butter pieces over the tops of the mushrooms. Place in the oven and roast for 15-20 minutes or until the mushrooms are golden but not too soft.
  • Stir in the parsley and serve.

Notes

Use immediately. Store any leftovers in the fridge.

Nutrition

Calories: 1025kcal | Carbohydrates: 24g | Protein: 16g | Fat: 101g | Saturated Fat: 36g | Trans Fat: 2g | Cholesterol: 120mg | Sodium: 46mg | Potassium: 1595mg | Fiber: 5g | Sugar: 14g | Vitamin A: 2411IU | Vitamin C: 28mg | Calcium: 69mg | Iron: 4mg

Nutritional values are approximate.

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Southwestern Cobb Salad

Boy, I love a good salad, and this loaded up southwestern Cobb salad was sure easy to love! Go nuts! Put anything you want onto it! We used our smoked turkey breast for extra yummy goodness!

Southwestern Cobb Salad

Get Inspired

Whenever I’m making Cobb salads for dinner, I start at the grocery store. I walk through the product section and grab whatever looks good. It’s easy to find inspiration for a southwestern Cobb salad. I add a protein or two (cubed chicken, ham or turkey always go well). And I add some crunch (bacon, crumbled chips, croutons). Rinsed canned beans are also a great addition to a Cobb salad. The end result is always fantastic.

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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Also check out my awesome smoked chicken Cobb Salad.

Southwestern Cobb Salad
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Southwestern Cobb Salad

Boy, I love a good salad, and this loaded up southwestern Cobb salad was sure easy to love! Go nuts! Put anything you want onto it! 
Course Main
Cuisine American
Prep Time 20 minutes
Total Time 20 minutes
Author Mike

Ingredients

  • Red leaf lettuce chopped
  • Green leaf lettuce chopped
  • Smoked turkey cut into bite-sized cubes
  • Bacon cooked, drained, and crumbled
  • 1 can black beans rinsed, drained
  • 1 can sweet corn drained
  • Radicchio sliced thin
  • Tomato chopped
  • Red onion soaked in water for 10 minutes, then chopped fine
  • Avocado cubed
  • Extra sharp cheddar cheese shredded
  • Blue tortilla chips lightly crushed

Instructions

  • Line a platter with the lettuce and top with the remaining ingredients.

Notes

You can use your favorite salad ingredients.

Nutritional values are approximate.

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Classic Wedge Salad

I know a lot of people aren’t fans of iceberg lettuce, but we are. When fresh and cold, iceberg has such a wonderful crunch. And nothing is easier than slicing a head of iceberg into wedges and serving it as a classic wedge salad. We made one with blue cheese dressing and Gorgonzola crumbles, one with ranch dressing and feta…

Classic Wedge Salad

Hey, It’s Fun!

.. and then I used my waffle fry cutter to add a few fancy radishes. They were all fantastic on this classic wedge salad.

The first time I made these for my parents they thought it was the coolest idea. Most restaurants don’t serve wedge salads, so it was something new and exciting to them. I love that about food. Not everyone has seen everything, you can do something totally new every day, every meal!

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Also try my Brussels sprout Caesar salad.

Classic Wedge Salad
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Classic Wedge Salad

I know a lot of people aren’t fans of iceberg lettuce, but we are. When fresh and cold, iceberg has such a wonderful crunch. And nothing is easier than slicing a head of iceberg into wedges and serving it as a classic wedge salad. 
Course Side
Cuisine American
Keyword salad
Prep Time 5 minutes
Total Time 5 minutes
Servings 4
Calories 44kcal
Author Mike

Ingredients

  • 6 slices bacon cooked, crumbled
  • 1 head iceberg lettuce core removed, cut into 4 wedges
  • salad dressing blue cheese, ranch, etc
  • cheese crumbles blue cheese, Gorgonzola, feta, etc
  • ½ cup red onion diced
  • ½ cup tomato diced

Instructions

  • Place wedges on 4 salad plates.
  • Top with dressing, cheese and your other favorite toppings.

Notes

Serve extra dressing on the side for dunking the wedge bites!

Nutrition

Calories: 44kcal | Carbohydrates: 7g | Protein: 2g | Fat: 2g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 1mg | Sodium: 17mg | Potassium: 263mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 4g | Vitamin A: 832IU | Vitamin C: 8mg | Calcium: 31mg | Iron: 1mg

Nutritional values are approximate.

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Creamy Butter Beans

I had a hard time deciding if these creamy butter beans were a side dish or as a main. We had them as a main dish, with cornbread. And we had them as a side. So… they’re both a main dish and a side dish!! And they are so creamy good! The broth is packed with flavor. These are not boring beans. Not even close.

Creamy Butter Beans

The Winter Slayer

These creamy butter beans are the ultimate comfort dish, and a welcomed change from the usual chili or big bowl of black-eyed peas that I usually turn to on a cool evening.

For a little Cajun kick to your beans, substitute chopped cooked andouille sausage for the ham.

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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Also try my Cuban black beans.

Creamy Butter Beans
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Creamy Butter Beans

I had a hard time deciding if these creamy butter beans were a side dish or as a main. We had them as a main dish, with cornbread. And we had them as a side. So… they’re both a main dish and a side dish!! And they are so creamy good!
Course Main
Cuisine American
Keyword beans, creamy
Prep Time 1 day
Cook Time 3 hours
Total Time 1 day 3 hours
Servings 6 -8
Calories 854kcal
Author Based on a recipe from Deep South Dish

Equipment

Ingredients

Instructions

  • Place beans in a large bowl and add enough water to cover them by 2″. Let soak for 24 hours. Drain.
  • Heat oil in a Dutch oven over medium heat.
  • Add the onion, celery, and carrots and saute until just starting to get tender.
  • Add the garlic and cook another 2 minutes.
  • Crumble in the dried thyme and black pepper and stir.
  • Add the ham, jowl bacon, chicken stock, bay leaves and 4 cups of water.
  • Bring to a boil then reduce to a simmer and continue simmering for an hour.
  • Add beans, butter, parsley, and Cajun seasoning and stir.
  • Bring back to a simmer and simmer for another 1 hours and 30 minutes or until the beans are done and the sauce has thickened. If the sauce gets too thick add more water or chicken stock.
  • Season with salt and serve.

Notes

These beans are even better the next day.

Nutrition

Calories: 854kcal | Carbohydrates: 57g | Protein: 63g | Fat: 41g | Saturated Fat: 18g | Trans Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 179mg | Sodium: 1237mg | Potassium: 2151mg | Fiber: 15g | Sugar: 10g | Vitamin A: 1519IU | Vitamin C: 3mg | Calcium: 120mg | Iron: 9mg

Nutritional values are approximate.

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Roasted Vidalia Onions

Vidalia onions are by far my favorite onion. I just love the sweetness. I substitute them for white onions in many of the dishes I make. When they are in season I buy them like they were the last things on earth. Roasted Vidalia onions is one of my favorite side dishes. It’s a bit different. The only sad part is that these onions are only available for a short time each year.

Roasted Vidalia Onions

Sweet Wonderful Onion Taste

Roasted Vidalia onions taste just like French onion soup. They cook up tender and juicy. And since you’re using Vidalia onions they have a nice sweetness to them. If by chance you have any leftover onion, just slice and toss onto your next burger!

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Grilled avocados are crazy-good too.

Roasted Vidalia Onions
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Roasted Vidalia Onions

Vidalia onions are by far my favorite onion. I just love the sweetness. I substitute them for white onions in many of the dishes I make. When they are in season (for a very short time) I buy them like they were the last things on earth
Course Side
Cuisine American
Keyword onion, roasted, sweet
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings 2
Calories 118kcal
Author Mike

Ingredients

Instructions

  • If cooking in an oven, preheat an oven to 400 F. Otherwise set up a grill for indirect cooking.
  • Cut off the root part of the onion so that the onion stands up straight.
  • Cut a bit off the top also, then peel.
  • Using a fruit baller or spoon, scrape out the insides of the onion. Rough chop the onion insides.
  • Place onions on large pieces of foil.
  • Add 1 tablespoon of butter and a beef bouillon cube inside of each onion.
  • Spoon in chopped onion and top with seasonings.
  • Wrap in foil and roast in oven for 15 minutes or until soft, or place over indirect heat on the grill and cook until softened, 20-30 minutes.
  • Serve garnished with parsley.

Notes

Any sweet onion can be used.

Nutrition

Calories: 118kcal | Carbohydrates: 26g | Protein: 3g | Fat: 1g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 2mg | Sodium: 445mg | Potassium: 432mg | Fiber: 3g | Sugar: 17g | Vitamin A: 65IU | Vitamin C: 17mg | Calcium: 88mg | Iron: 1mg

Nutritional values are approximate.

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Penne with Peas

Peas and penne pasta go well together. There’s nothing like the ‘pop’ of a pea when you bite into it. Throw it in with some other great things, like cream and bacon, and you’ve got a great side! I like to use a good, thick, smoky bacon to add a little more flavor contrast. Fried pancetta would be great too. It would add a nice crunch, but without the smokiness. Either way it’s still great!

Penne with Peas

A Wonderfully Flavorful Side Dish

I often substitute this penne with peas dish for pasta salad. It’s almost like a pasta salad, but a lot more decadent.

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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Also try my Parmesan peas.

Penne with Peas
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Penne with Peas

Peas and penne pasta go well together. There’s nothing like the ‘pop’ of a pea when you bite into it. Throw it in with some other great things, like cream and bacon, and you’ve got a great side!
Course Side
Cuisine Italian
Keyword pasta, peas
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings 6
Calories 494kcal
Author Based on a recipe from Nibble Me This

Equipment

Ingredients

Instructions

  • Cook pasta per package instructions.
  • Drain, but keep 1 cup of the boiling liquid just in case you need it later on.
  • Cut bacon into small pieces.
  • Add to a large skillet over medium high heat and cook for 3 minutes.
  • Add the onion and cook until softened and the bacon begins to crisp.
  • Add the butter, peas and 2 tablespoons of water, and cook until the peas are tender, 2-5 minutes.
  • Stir in the cream and season with salt and pepper.
  • Add the cheese, a little at a time, stirring to combine, until melted.
  • Add the pasta and stir to coat.

Notes

If the mixture is too thick and a LITTLE bit of the reserved pasta water and stir. Add more liquid if required.

Nutrition

Calories: 494kcal | Carbohydrates: 66g | Protein: 16g | Fat: 18g | Saturated Fat: 11g | Trans Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 61mg | Sodium: 164mg | Potassium: 336mg | Fiber: 5g | Sugar: 6g | Vitamin A: 942IU | Vitamin C: 17mg | Calcium: 158mg | Iron: 2mg

Nutritional values are approximate.

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Herbed Ricotta Bruschetta

Silly me, I always thought bruschetta is always topped with tomatoes. But after further reading I found that bruschetta is often topped with meats, beans, and… of course, cheese. Like this herbed ricotta bruschetta.

Herbed Ricotta Bruschetta

Don’t Over-Toast The Bread

The bread is only grilled long enough to get a little color, char and crisp. You spread them with the creamy cheese mixture that contains one of my favorites, green onion. Cut these into little strips and serve this herbed Ricotta bruschetta up as appetizers at your next outdoor party. If you want to prepare ahead of time, you can make the spread in advance. Then you just need to grill the bread.

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Also try my bruschetta with gorgonzola and honey.

Herbed Ricotta Bruschetta
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Herbed Ricotta Bruschetta

Silly me, I always thought bruschetta is always topped with tomatoes, but after further reading I found that bruschetta is often topped with meats, beans, and… of course, cheese. Like this herbed ricotta bruschetta.
Course Appetizer
Cuisine Italian
Keyword bread, cheese
Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 5 minutes
Total Time 10 minutes
Servings 6
Calories 4kcal
Author Based on a recipe from Ina Garten

Equipment

Ingredients

Instructions

  • Combine ricotta, onions, and dill.
  • Add salt and pepper, to taste.
  • Lightly brush the bread with oil.
  • Grill until lightly charred and browned.
  • Rub both sides of each piece of bread with the garlic (using the cut end as a garlic ‘pencil’ to get that great garlicky flavor all over the bread).
  • Slather bread with the cheese mixture and serve.

Notes

The cheese mixture is also great on baked potatoes.

Nutrition

Calories: 4kcal | Carbohydrates: 1g | Protein: 1g | Fat: 1g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 1mg | Sodium: 2mg | Potassium: 24mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 1g | Vitamin A: 70IU | Vitamin C: 1mg | Calcium: 9mg | Iron: 1mg

Nutritional values are approximate.

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Southern Green Beans

There’s no way to go wrong with these southern green beans. Sure, they’re decadent. They’re supposed to be. They’re sweet, smoky, and tender (and with a little kick if you opt to add a bit of red pepper flake). They aren’t meant to be super-duper healthy. You start out with a lot and you end up with very little. Or none.

Southern Green Beans

Bean Heaven In A Bowl

These are what baby green beans want to be when they grow up. They want to be surrounded by tasty, smoky bacon. They want to be covered in a delicious broth. And they don’t mind a pinch or two of hot pepper to spice things up a bit. Packed with flavor, I love these southern green 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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Also try my potato and green bean salad.

Southern Green Beans
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Southern Green Beans

There’s no way to go wrong with these southern green beans. Sure, they’re decadent. They’re supposed to be.
Course Side
Cuisine American
Keyword green beans, southern
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 45 minutes
Total Time 55 minutes
Servings 8
Calories 110kcal
Author Based on a recipe from In A Southern Kitchen

Equipment

Ingredients

Instructions

  • Heat a large Dutch oven over medium-high heat.
  • Add the bacon and cook until done (but not crisped).
  • Remove to a paper towel-lined plate.
  • Remove all but two tablespoons of the bacon drippings.
  • Add the beans and stir to coat.
  • Cook for about a minute.
  • Add the bacon back to the pot, along with the broth, garlic powder, salt and pepper, and red pepper (if desired).
  • Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to a simmer and continue simmering until the beans are tender, about 30 minutes.
  • Add butter and stir until melted.

Notes

Serve immediately.

Nutrition

Calories: 110kcal | Carbohydrates: 11g | Protein: 3g | Fat: 7g | Saturated Fat: 4g | Trans Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 16mg | Sodium: 1527mg | Potassium: 416mg | Fiber: 3g | Sugar: 4g | Vitamin A: 967IU | Vitamin C: 26mg | Calcium: 60mg | Iron: 2mg

Nutritional values are approximate.

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