The Best Roasted Brussels Sprouts with Bacon Breadcrumbs

A bowl filled with Brussels sprouts topped with breadcrumbs and bacon

Tender roasted Brussels sprouts are tossed with crispy bacon breadcrumbs in this mouthwatering side dish!  I’ve linked a few products in this post that are affiliate links. Note that I may receive a small commission. Roasted Brussels Sprouts with Bacon Breadcrumbs These roasted Brussels sprouts are tender and nutty, with crispy crunchy bacon breadcrumbs. They would make the perfect side dish to Roast Chicken orRead more ->

A Simple Side: Goat Cheese and Tart Cherry Farro Salad

a bowl filled with a salad of farro, cherries, herbs, and goat cheese

This Goat Cheese and Tart Cherry Farro Salad is a savory and sweet side brimming with flavor. I’ve linked a few products in this post that are affiliate links. Note that I may receive a small commission. Goat Cheese and Tart Cherry Farro Salad I’m always looking for fun new ways to use seasonal produce, especially when the season is so short! Summer’s ruby jewelsRead more ->

How To Make The BEST Pasta Salad!

A bowl of Italian pasta salad with tomatoes, cheese, parsley, and salami

A guide for How To Make the Best Pasta Salad! Learn about flavor combinations, dressings, and delicious recipes you can try for yourself! There are few things that please as much as pasta salad does as a potluck. What’s not to love? The chilled salad is packed with tender pasta, crunchy and fresh vegetables, salty additions like olives, and typically a tangy and savory dressing.Read more ->

Pasta Salad with Chickpeas, Spinach, and Olives

A large bowl filled with pasta salad with spinach

This Pasta Salad with Chickpeas, Spinach, and Olives is lighted and fresh! It has half the pasta, protein packed chickpeas, and lots of vegetables. Wholesome and tasty! I’ve linked a few products in this post that are affiliate links. Note that I may receive a small commission. Pasta Salad, Lightened Up! This pasta salad is so light, it’s more like “a salad with pasta”! TheRead more ->

The Best Italian Pasta Salad

A bowl of Italian pasta salad with tomatoes, salami, and parsley

This is absolutely The Best Italian Pasta Salad! Salami, tomatoes, olives, onions, roasted red peppers, and a spicy pepperoncini vinaigrette. So delicious! I’ve linked a few products in this post that are affiliate links. Note that I may receive a small commission. The Best Italian Pasta Salad Most of us have had our fair share of Italian pasta salads, but what makes the BEST ItalianRead more ->

Classic Au Gratin Potatoes with Gruyere Cheese

A pan of au gratin potatoes with a spoon

These Classic Au Gratin Potatoes with Gruyere Cheese are so indulgent and savory! Thinly sliced potatoes are baked in a cheesy cream sauce. I’ve linked a few products in this post that are affiliate links. Note that I may receive a small commission. Au Gratin Potatoes There are two words that when spoken together elicit an emotional response for many: cheesy potatoes. Immediately inducing salivation,Read more ->

Bulgur Pilaf with Mushrooms and Black Olives

A plate of bulgur pilaf topped with parsley

This Bulgur Pilaf with Mushrooms and Black Olives is a delicious hearty side dish! Nutty bulgur is cooked with earthy mushrooms and salty black olives. I’ve linked a few products in this post that are affiliate links. Note that I may receive a small commission. I have so many fond memories of this hearty side dish. My parent’s close friends, Grant and Marsha, have beenRead more ->

Zucchini Casserole

A spoon dishing up zucchini casserole

The perfect recipe for all that summer squash, Zucchini Casserole is a family favorite! Tender and creamy, this lightened-up version includes homemade condensed soup mix. The best summer side dish! Zucchini Casserole: A Favorite! Here are few dishes out there that elicit nostalgia as much as zucchini casserole does. Growing up this mouthwatering side dish adorned plates alongside ribs, chicken, steak, burgers, and the like.Read more ->

Steamed Rainbow Chard with Toasted Hazelnuts

This Steamed Rainbow Chard with Toasted Hazelnuts is a delicious and healthy side dish! Chard is perfectly steamed and flavored with the help of a few secret ingredients.

This Steamed Rainbow Chard with Toasted Hazelnuts is a delicious and healthy side dish! Chard is perfectly steamed and flavored with the help of a few secret ingredients. A Rainbow On Your Plate Rainbow chard is one of those ingredients that makes me smile when I cook with and eat it. Its vibrant color and distinct heartiness make it an all-around winner and favorite inRead more ->

Sautéed Snap Peas with Lemon and Dill

A plate filled with sautéed sugar snap peas topped with dill

These Sautéed Snap Peas with Lemon and Dill are the perfect side dish for Spring! Fresh, flavorful, and so delicious. A Sign Of Spring For me, Spring has sprung when a few things start to happen. For one, the snow has all (permanently!) melted here in Minnesota, the days are literally longer, and pea pods become a regular staple on the dinner table. The arrivalRead more ->