Side Dish

If you ask anyone in my family which side dish means it’s really, truly “holiday time,” they’ll holler Sweet Potato Casserole without missing a beat. It’s a dish we can’t imagine Thanksgiving—or honestly, any big family potluck—without. There’s just something about that dreamy, creamy sweet potato base and the crunchy pecan topping that makes you feel instantly cozy inside (my sister’s been caught eating it cold for breakfast, and she’s not even embarrassed). I’ve tweaked my recipe over the years, picking up little tricks from friends down South, but the basics stay classic: smooth mashed sweet potatoes, a pleasantly sweet …

The recipe in question, Fried Cabbage recipe, is the delicious fried cabbage which includes minced and fried bacon, caramelized onions with frenzied cabbage tossed in a mild garlic note and a little spice. It is an accompaniment that is both stalwart and flexible and warms the insides with ease, and is the perfect fit for every meal. The crunch of crispy bacon bits on top of it adds a satisfying sound to every chew taken! Why You’ll Love This Recipe Yummy: the trio of bacon, onions, and garlic is powerful enough to make simple cabbage, which is considered dull, into …

There’s just something about classic KFC coleslaw that instantly takes me back to lazy summer picnics—sunshine on your shoulders, the table a little too full of cousins all jostling for a spot, and that giant bowl of cool, creamy coleslaw getting scooped up faster than you can blink. Honestly, I’ve spent years (not even exaggerating!) trying to nail that iconic taste in my own kitchen. You know the one: a little tangy, a little sweet, extra creamy but never gloopy. It’s pure comfort food for me—almost like edible nostalgia. And when you finally get that dressing just right? Every bite …

Let me tell you, Brussels sprouts weren’t always my kitchen crush. As a kid? No way—they mostly looked suspicious and smelled… honestly, kind of weird. But over the years, I got adventurous with roasting, cheese (always cheese), and, of course, bacon. Now? Bacon Brussels Sprouts Gratin is my go-to when I want that just-indulgent-enough comfort that makes every gathering feel a little more special—whether it’s a family get-together or a random Tuesday night. This dish has a way of winning people over. Even the “Brussels-are-gross” crowd ends up scraping their plates. My husband literally did a happy dance the first …

Crispy outside, cheesy-herby magic inside. Okay, real talk — I have a soft spot for potatoes. I mean, who doesn’t? They’ve been part of every holiday, church potluck, and Sunday dinner since I was knee-high to a grasshopper. Mashed, scalloped, fried… we Midwesterners know our way around a spud. But these little beauties? They’re something special. Herb-Infused Baked Potato Balls — kind of like if mashed potatoes decided to dress up a bit, roll around in some breadcrumbs, and become the life of the party. They’re cozy, crispy, cheesy, and oh-so-satisfying. I started making them years ago when I had …