| O'Brian Potatoes Sautéed potatoes with lots of green peppers and onions |
| Potatoes Lyonaise A classic accompaniment to roast or grilled meats, simple to make, for two |
| Potatoes Baked with Herbs & Garlic (The 2 Fat Ladies) Thanks, Jennifer, for another great recipe! |
| Potatoes Anna made with white and sweet potatoes, a little decadent, an elegant accompaniment. |
| Oven Fries, Spicy French Fries (Chips) without the all of the fat, and more flavor! |
A few 'Pasta Side Dish' recipes
| Orzo, Risotto Style A creamy pasta, reminiscent of risotto, but faster and less fuss, for two |
| Pasta with Browned Butter, Garlic and Parmesan Pasta from the pantry, quick and easy |
| Pasta with Fresh, Homemade Pesto Purchased pesto can be used, but it's so easy to make... |
| Pasta with Roasted Tomato Sauce Wonderful with garden fresh tomatoes but roasting improves |
| Smoked Pasta Never had smoked Pasta? This is a treat, filled with creamy, cheesy smoky flavor |
A few ' Rice Side Dish' recipes
| Basmati Rice with Fresh Herbs The addition of fresh herbs (dried in winter) adds subtle flavor |
| Basmati Rice Flavored with Lemon and Mint Even fragrant Basmati can be enhanced |
| Brown Rice Pilaf ...with a bonus Rice Pilaf Salad Part of the 'cook once, eat twice' school |
| Rice Florentine Combines Brown Rice and Spinach, for a healthy, one-dish side dish, for two |
| Sesame Brown Rice Great with Stir-Fries and other Asian-influenced foods |
A few of 'The Rest'
| Couscous Salad A light side dish for two, great for warm summer evenings |
| Spring Couscous The perfect accompaniment to kebabs, along with a yogurt sauce |
| Grilled Polenta Cooked, cooled, cut into wedges and finished on the grill - or a sauté pan |
| Herbed Polenta Creamy polenta scented with herbs and finished with creme fraiche |
| Wild Rice Not really a rice, but a grass. It's nutty flavor pairs well with birds and game dishes |
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