Sides

Asparagus with Walnut Dressing in a white oval serving dish.

Asparagus with Walnut Dressing

Lightly steamed spears of tender asparagus are enhanced with Asian inspired flavors and nutty texture in this flavorful side dish. Asparagus with Walnut Dressing is easy to prepare yet takes a simple weeknight meal a step beyond the ordinary.

Sweet Potatoes with Bacon and Pecans served in a Courier and Ives Ironstone serving bowl.

Sweet Potatoes with Bacon and Pecans

Bacon and onion add a savory balance to brown sugar and sweet potatoes in this delicious side dish. Sweet Potatoes with Bacon and Pecans integrates flavors that work perfectly with a holiday menu while keeping it simple and nutritious enough to be welcome all year.

Corn Salad with Pecan Dressing topped with pecan pieces in a decorative corn bowl

Corn Salad with Pecan Dressing

This easy-going Corn Salad is as appealing at a summer picnic or potluck as it is on the Thanksgiving table. It makes a fantastic side dish, but is also a delicious snack when scooped up with chips like a salsa. Easy to prepare in advance, it is pretty and keeps well for several days.

Brussels Sprouts

The shape and texture of Brussels sprouts appeals to my imagination and the color sparkles on a plate when they are fresh and barely tender. They also add an elegance that cabbage just can’t match…

Cheese Grits Casserole baked in a white oval baking dish.

Warm and Wonderful Cheese Grits Casserole

Cheese Grits (Polenta) Casserole is southern-style comfort food. It is much like Macaroni and Cheese, only easier to prepare. Start with some good yellow corn grits. Stir in your favorite cheese, some eggs and a little seasoning. After baking in a hot oven this warm and wonderful side dish will […]

Meals for One

In some ways this is a strange time for me to start a food blog. While it seems my family has always been busy and meals have been erratic for years, I just sent my middle child off to college and now I have even fewer mouths to feed at […]