Side Dishes

Whipped Sweet Potatoes
Easy & just a few ingredients. Creamy sweet potatoes are a holiday favorite. This side dish is great with turkey, ham, roast, steak, or chicken. A great make ahead recipe for the family gathering at Thanksgiving or Christmas. The whipped potatoes are sweet, savory, & spiced for yummy fall & winter flavor - touch of nutmeg makes them to die for like a sweet potato pie!
Roasted Green Beans with Everything But the Bagel Seasoning - The Short Order Cook
Roasted Green Beans with Everything But the Bagel Seasoning - The Short Order Cook
Best Potato Leek Soup
This easy recipe for creamy delish potato leek soup is amazing. The Crockpot does all the work. The blended soup is thick, rich, & comforting. The classic recipe made in the slow cooker is simple & a no-fuss recipe. Great for lunch or dinner in winter or spring when leeks are in season.
Homemade Pickles with Leftover Pickle Juice - The Short Order Cook
Homemade Pickles with Leftover Pickle Juice - The Short Order Cook
Chicken Broth Rice
This quick & easy recipe for white rice made with chicken broth instead of plain water is super flavorful. It is creamy, buttery, & savory. Similar to pilaf or rice-a-roni it is sauteed in a pan to toast the grains of rice. The fluffy rice is cooked on the stovetop & simmered in stock or bone broth - can substitute vegetable, mushroom, or beef broth. A good side to pair with chicken, pork, seafood, or any veggies to serve with grilled, baked, or smoked meats. Made without a rice cooker or pot.
Dutch Oven No Knead Bread
Just 5 minute to prep & then let the magic happen. The easiest recipe for homemade bread. This round artisan loaf of white bread is the best no knead bread baked in a dutch oven. This active dry yeast bread makes for a fluffy airy inside & a crusty outside for the best of both worlds. Slice for toast, sandwiches, or bruschetta. Serve with butter, jam, avocado, cheese, or fruit & honey.
Homemade Pickles Made with Leftover Pickle Juice
This easy recipe for refrigerator pickles is made by using leftover pickle juice. Save that jarred brine to reuse & add fresh raw cucumbers to make more pickles. The best quick pickles & less money than store-bought. Can you put cucumbers in old pickle juice - oh yes & here is how with these steps. Best uses for pickle juice - a vegan, vegetarian, paleo, keto, low-carb, & low-calorie food. The benefits are good so try this at home. Great as a side for sandwiches, burgers, or a snack.
The best Salmon and Egg Fried Rice (30 minutes!)
Salmon fried rice is a delicious and healthy meal that's perfect for busy weeknights. Packed with protein from salmon and eggs, it's a great way to use up leftovers vegetables.